2 citations
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September 2023 in “JMIR. Journal of medical internet research/Journal of medical internet research” Machine learning can predict symptoms and quality of life in chronic skin disease patients using smartphone app data, and shows that app use varies with patient characteristics.
6 citations
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July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A man with KID syndrome developed a rare cancer in a long-term skin infection.
2 citations
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October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.
59 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in medicine” There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.
2 citations
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July 2012 in “InTech eBooks” People with alopecia areata often have thyroid autoimmunity.
September 2022 in “Acta Medica” The pandemic caused new skin problems in children, mainly due to mask-wearing and stress.
December 2015 in “JAMA Dermatology” Dermatologists can help diagnose endocrine disorders like PCOS and metabolic syndrome by looking at skin symptoms.
6 citations
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February 1974 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
75 citations
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August 2018 in “Biochemical pharmacology” Targeting the skin's endocannabinoid system could help treat skin disorders.
66 citations
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February 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Dermoscopy improves diagnosis and treatment monitoring for children's skin infections, inflammations, and hair disorders.
31 citations
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May 2012 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of nutrition & health” Fish oil improves skin health in people with diabetes and high cholesterol.
124 citations
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July 2012 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
19 citations
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August 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
September 2025 in “Middle East Current Psychiatry” Caregivers of chronic skin disease patients face significant burdens that harm their quality of life.
10 citations
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November 2017 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Erosive pustular dermatosis in elderly people may be linked to aging immune systems and skin damage.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Urban pollution and sun exposure speed up skin aging and wrinkle formation in Chinese women, with pollution's effects becoming significant after age 45.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Psoriasis involves immune and genetic factors, and understanding these can improve treatments.
June 1995 in “Archives of Dermatology” A woman's hair loss was due to trichotillomania, which is often misdiagnosed and can require different treatments based on age and underlying conditions.
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.
15 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
2 citations
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January 2004 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lupus affects the skin in various ways, and proper skin examination is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
March 2020 in “International journal of contemporary medical research” Patients with metabolic syndrome often have skin problems like acanthosis nigricans and skin tags, and early treatment is important to prevent serious issues.
The document explains different types of skin lesions and their characteristics, causes, and related conditions.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss is common in autoimmune diseases and can be an early sign of the condition, often requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.
17 citations
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February 2012 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Patients with chronic renal failure on hemodialysis often have skin problems like dry skin, itching, and nail changes.
24 citations
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June 2018 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Thyroid diseases may contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, and more research is needed on their relationship.
April 2024 in “Cell death and differentiation” Cell death shapes skin stem cell environments, affecting inflammation, repair, and cancer.
40 citations
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May 2014 in “PLoS ONE” Chronic stress can reduce skin pigmentation.
133 citations
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July 2020 in “Cells” Creating fully functional artificial skin for chronic wounds is still very challenging.