91 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” NK cells play a role in skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Faulty inflammasome activation may lead to autoimmune skin diseases and could be a target for new treatments.
1 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Certain immune cells may cause hair loss by reacting to stressed hair follicles.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Immune cells are crucial for normal skin development and their dysfunction can cause skin disorders.
November 2013 in “Dalhousie Medical Journal” Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a common skin condition in lupus, affecting mostly young adult females.
67 citations
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January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” Tissue-resident memory T cells can protect against infections and cancer but may also contribute to autoimmune diseases.
28 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Kv1.3 blockers may help treat alopecia areata and promote hair regrowth.
4 citations
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March 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Pediatric alopecia areata needs more research to understand its characteristics and related conditions.
1 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Vδ1+ T-cells in the skin contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata and could be targeted for treatment.
November 2025 in “Biomedicines” Targeting pyroptosis may offer new treatments for alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Psoriasis patients are more likely to develop alopecia areata due to complex autoimmune interactions.
Frontal fibrosing alopecia in men is often misdiagnosed and needs better diagnostic criteria and treatments.
January 2022 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Areata-like lupus can mimic alopecia areata but is a form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
155 citations
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December 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Thyroid-related genes are active in skin cells and may affect autoimmune conditions.
83 citations
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June 2018 in “Frontiers in immunology” Certain types of T cells are essential for healthy skin and play a role in skin diseases, but more research is needed to improve treatments.
56 citations
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January 2021 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.
49 citations
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December 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Thyroid function affects skin health, with a complex interaction between the two.
46 citations
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November 2022 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Bullous pemphigoid is influenced by genetic factors, immune cell dysfunction, aging, and triggers, with treatment often improving symptoms.
33 citations
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January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” Systemic Lupus Erythematosus has varied symptoms and is hard to diagnose, affecting many body parts and requiring careful clinical judgment.
14 citations
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March 2017 in “Genes and immunity” Certain microRNAs may help treat alopecia areata by targeting immune pathways.
13 citations
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April 2009 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Nail disorders not caused by infection are common and can look similar, with psoriasis being the most frequent and having specific nail symptoms.
12 citations
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August 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The MAGE3 hypothesis for alopecia areata did not lead to a significant breakthrough.
10 citations
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December 2018 in “Internal Medicine” Myasthenia gravis can affect both motor and non-motor systems due to immune system issues.
7 citations
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July 2023 in “Immunotherapy” Ritlecitinib works well and is safe for treating alopecia areata.
5 citations
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March 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Alopecia areata in children is caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles due to genetic factors.
3 citations
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July 1985 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Autoimmune-related phenomena do not affect the progression or characteristics of lichen sclerosus in women.
1 citations
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August 2005 in “Springer eBooks” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease with genetic links, treatable with certain medications, and can affect mental health.
January 2026 in “Contemporary Clinical Dentistry” VKHD can include rare oral symptoms like discolored teeth.
March 2025 in “Revista Foco” Early diagnosis of Alopecia Frontal Fibrosante is crucial for effective treatment.
January 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are essential for managing Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome effectively.