Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair loss patterns in dogs.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Tapinarof cream at 1% concentration is effective and better tolerated for treating atopic dermatitis than the 2% concentration.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Teriflunomide often causes mild to moderate hair thinning and loss in MS patients, which usually improves with or without treatment.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” An intact skin barrier is crucial to prevent infection in cases of tether-induced tenosynovitis.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 595 nm pulsed dye laser is a cost-effective treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer with a low recurrence rate.
March 2017 in “BIRDEM Medical Journal” Sarcoidosis can cause various skin issues, making diagnosis difficult.
November 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.
Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.
February 2016 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” A new TP63 mutation was found in a baby with EEC syndrome, showing the need for TREC testing to check for immune issues.
January 2016 in “Electronic Theses of LMU Munich (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München)” FDG PET/CT can improve cancer treatment plans in dogs.
August 2014 in “Warwick Research Archive Portal (University of Warwick)” Obesity negatively affects the endometrium, leading to higher miscarriage risk and impaired cell function.
April 2014 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Mesotherapy with natural extracts and vitamins can improve hair loss and promote regrowth in most women.
December 2013 in “Research Portal (King's College London)” Hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris is caused by immune system issues damaging hair follicles and stem cells.
Patients with lichen planus should be tested for hepatitis C.
April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clofazimine effectively treated ashy dermatosis in a patient.
April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clofazimine may be effective for treating ashy dermatosis.
Hair follicles can be used to quickly assess drug effects in cancer treatment.
January 2012 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” Up to 50% of women may experience significant hair loss by age 50, with various causes and treatments available.
July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Dermatologists give better information on pathology forms, hypersensitivity vasculitis is a common skin issue, misdiagnoses can occur, and various skin conditions are linked to loss of elastin or genetic factors.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
September 2009 in “European Urology Supplements” After prostate removal surgery, higher initial prostate size was linked to higher urethral PSA levels and more severe male pattern baldness.
September 2009 in “European Urology Supplements” Surgery for high-risk prostate cancer is challenging but doesn't lead to more complications, and additional treatment is often needed.
September 2009 in “European Urology Supplements” Cone beam computed tomography can allow for smaller safety margins around the target area in prostate cancer radiation treatment if used for ongoing treatment checks.
December 2008 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Multi-pass laser skin treatments improved healing, reduced pain, and had no major complications.
April 2008 in “Companion Animal” The cat's skin condition was linked to cancer and did not improve with treatment, leading to a poor outcome.
January 2006 in “Actas Urológicas Españolas” Incidental prostate cancer was found in 4.89% of patients undergoing surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
November 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that there is a need for more research and regulation in dermatology, covering topics like latex allergy in children, the use of botulinum toxin, and treatments for skin conditions.
July 1999 in “Liver transplantation and surgery” Oxygen levels can drop during liver transplant if bypass pressures are too high, but other reasons should be checked first.
World War II led to major advancements in American military medicine.