June 2023 in “Dermatology online journal” A person with thyroid problems had rare, swollen, bald spots on their scalp caused by a condition usually found on the shins.
7 citations
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July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
19 citations
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March 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Trichodysplasia spinulosa is a rare skin disease in immunocompromised patients caused by a specific virus targeting hair follicle cells.
18 citations
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April 2024 in “Phytotherapy Research” Plant-based compounds show promise for treating neurodegenerative diseases but need more research.
49 citations
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July 1994 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Some children with methylmalonic and propionic acidaemias have skin problems related to their condition and diet.
29 citations
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January 2002 in “Biological Trace Element Research” March 2025 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Amyloid proteins can cause rare hair loss by depositing in the scalp.
January 2018 in “Practical diabetes” Leflunomide is effective for rheumatoid arthritis but has significant side effects.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CD8+ T cells attack hair follicle stem cells, causing scarring and hair loss.
April 2015 in “Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences” People with autoimmune skin diseases often have hearing problems and should get their hearing checked early.
2 citations
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December 2019 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Linear Discoid Lupus Erythematosus of the scalp can cause hair loss and should be considered in similar cases.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” Alzheimer's may be treated by targeting gut bacteria and inflammation.
August 1978 in “Archives of Dermatology” A 31-year-old man has a chronic skin condition with red plaques, hair loss, and swollen lymph nodes.
8 citations
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October 2014 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Patients with alopecia areata should be checked for muscle spasms, diarrhea, and ANA to avoid missing Satoyoshi syndrome.
6 citations
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August 2012 in “The Journal of Pediatrics” A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a genetic condition causing fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily, with no effective treatment available.
April 2024 in “African Journal of Biological Sciences” The treatment led to significant hair regrowth in a lupus patient.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CD8+ T cells attack hair follicle stem cells, causing scarring and hair loss in Discoid Lupus.
20 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” The study created a mouse model to mimic degenerative diseases for testing tissue repair and new therapies.
38 citations
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May 2017 in “Medical Science Monitor” Myositis in lupus patients is linked to skin rash, hair loss, blood issues, and high disease activity.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Journal of Ayub Medical College Abbottabad” A woman with Lupus Vasculitis improved after treatment with steroids and other medications.
January 2025 in “HemaSphere” The term "low-risk" in myelodysplastic syndrome is misleading and should be changed to better reflect patient experiences and needs.
1 citations
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July 1997 in “The Lancet” Scientists found a new protein, AMY117, common in Alzheimer's patients, which could be important for treatment and diagnosis.
2 citations
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May 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Dermoscopy helps diagnose different scalp conditions by showing unique signs for each disorder.
50 citations
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May 2021 in “Frontiers in immunology” Certain immune cells contribute to skin autoimmune diseases, and some treatments can reverse hair loss in these conditions.
September 2015 in “Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine” Recognizing and treating overlap syndrome in connective tissue diseases is crucial.
58 citations
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November 1969 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Netherton's disease causes multiple hair defects.
January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” Eating foods with sulfhydryl may worsen pemphigus vulgaris.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Monocyte-derived dendritic cells play a key role in UVB-induced skin sensitivity and inflammation.
9 citations
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April 2024 in “Cureus” Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease affects vision and skin, mainly in people with darker skin, and is treated with steroids and immunosuppressants.
Lichen planopilaris can occur with multiple autoimmune diseases.