27 citations
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July 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that skin disorders are prevalent among elderly individuals and are often associated with underlying systemic diseases.
3 citations
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August 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” In this descriptive study, elderly patients most commonly presented with skin wrinkling, xerosis, and eczematous conditions, highlighting the difficulty in distinguishing normal age-related from pathological skin changes.
23 citations
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July 1982 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
7 citations
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January 2012 in “Dermatology” This study found that internal medicine inpatients had numerous undiagnosed skin conditions, notably age-related ones, and often requested treatment for symptomatic issues like xerosis, indicating a need for proper dermatological care.
July 2023 in “Health Sciences Quarterly” In this cross-sectional study from a dermatology clinic in Türkiye, researchers reported that the most common skin conditions were acne, dermatophytosis, and viral warts, with a higher prevalence of multiple complaints among women and those presenting with scalp issues.