research High-value dermatology: 5 Laboratory tests to reconsider
The article suggests that five common skin-related lab tests may be unnecessary and could cause extra cost and anxiety without improving patient care.
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research “Shedding” low yield testing for telogen effluvium: A cross-sectional study of 16,381 laboratory results from newly diagnosed patients
Most lab tests for patients with Telogen effluvium, a type of hair loss, show no or mild abnormalities; only a few specific tests are useful.
research Clinical Significance of Dense Fine Speckled Pattern in Anti-nuclear Antibody Test using Indirect Immunofluorescence Method
The dense fine speckled pattern in ANA tests is common in autoimmune diseases, challenging previous beliefs that it was unrelated.
research Unusual acute lupus hemophagocytic syndrome – a test of diagnostic criteria: a case report
The 2012 criteria are better for diagnosing atypical lupus cases.
research Results of Complete Blood Cell Count, Fasting Blood Sugar, Rheumatoid Factor, C - Reactive Protein, Anti Nuclear Antibody and Thyroid Function Tests in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Many patients with Alopecia Areata have underlying autoimmune disorders, especially thyroid issues.
research Koebnerization secondary to microblading
A woman developed vitiligo from repeated eyebrow microblading.
research Terapi Efluvium Telogen pada SLE dengan Minoksidil 2% dan Antioksidan Oral: Satu Laporan Kasus
Minoxidil and oral antioxidants helped improve hair growth in a patient with hair loss due to lupus.
research Comorbid laboratory abnormalities in female pattern hair loss patients
Many women with hair loss also have zinc deficiency, iron depletion, or thyroid issues.
research Characteristics of pregnancy with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) in Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital, Palembang
Most pregnancies with SLE resulted in intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in India: A Clinico-Serological Correlation
Early identification of lupus through skin signs and blood tests is crucial in India.
research Antinuclear Antibody Positivity in Patients With Hair Loss After COVID-19 Infection
Some patients with hair loss after mild COVID-19 had positive tests for certain autoantibodies.
research Clinicopathological study of discoid lupus erythematosus.
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus is more common in women aged 31-40, often worsened by sunlight, and confirmed by specific lab tests.
research Drug History and SLE Laboratory Findings Among Iraqi Patients: A Hospital‐Based Study
SLE in Iraqi patients often involves hair loss and photosensitivity, with common treatments being corticosteroids and immunosuppressants.
research Early stage alopecia areata is associated with inflammation in the upper dermis and damage to the hair follicle infundibulum
Early stage bald spots are linked to skin inflammation and damage to the upper part of the hair follicle.
research Amicrobial pustulosis with antinuclear antibodies and rheumatoid factor
A woman with skin eruptions and hair loss improved significantly with ointment treatment.
research Alopecia areata-like patchy non-scarring alopecia as an initial presentation of systemic lupus erythematosus
Patchy hair loss can be an early sign of lupus.
research Immune-mediated Coombs negative intravascular haemolysis in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
A woman with lupus had blood cell destruction, treated successfully with medication.
research Clinical and immunological characteristics of 56 patients with systemic lupus erythematosus in Uganda
SLE is rare in Uganda but often has complications and overlaps with rheumatoid arthritis.
research Polyglandular Autoimmune Syndrome Type 3D : A Case Report
Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndromes involve specific combinations of endocrine and non-endocrine autoimmune diseases.
research Profile of alopecia areata in patients attending dermatology out patient department in a tertiary care hospital in Gangtok, Sikkim
Alopecia areata mainly affects men aged 21-40 and is linked to autoimmune issues, thyroid problems, and inflammation.
research Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus presenting as erythroderma
A woman with subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus had widespread skin symptoms triggered by medication and sunlight, which improved with specific treatments.
research A Case of Rhupus with Rowell Syndrome
A patient with Rhupus was diagnosed with Rowell syndrome and treated with various medications.
research LUPUS VASCULITIS
A woman with Lupus Vasculitis improved after treatment with steroids and other medications.
research Lupus Eritematosus Sistemik pada Pria
Men with systemic lupus erythematosus often have more severe symptoms but can respond well to treatment.
research P44 The presentation of systemic erythematous lupus with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
A woman with lupus and Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease improved with treatment.
research PRESEPTAL CELLULITIS DUE TO IMPETIGO – A CASE REPORT OF UNCOMMON PRESENTATION IN PAKISTAN
A woman in Pakistan was diagnosed with Lupus Vasculitis and treated successfully.
research Diagnostic dilemma: Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome versus incomplete Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome overlap mixed connective tissue disease
The case shows how hard it is to tell apart Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome from other similar autoimmune conditions, but correct diagnosis is key for treatment to work.
research Linear lupus panniculitis of scalp: a case report from north-east India
A child with a rare scalp condition regrew hair after treatment.
research Undifferentiated connective tissue disease presenting with vascular pattern of renal amyloidosis with carpel tunnel syndrome: A case report
A woman with undifferentiated connective tissue disease was diagnosed with renal amyloidosis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
research Comprehensive Case Analysis: Diagnosing and Managing Myositis in Newly Diagnosed Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients in Indonesia.
Early diagnosis and treatment of myositis in SLE patients lead to positive outcomes.