January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Two newborns with rare skin infections were successfully treated with antifungal cream.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's COVID-19 related hair loss improved after using a specific hair care routine for 30 days.
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November 2022 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata affects 1.45% of people in Japan, impacting mood and self-esteem, with many not seeking treatment.
18 citations
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November 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, like rashes and lesions, which are more common in younger patients and can be linked to more severe complications.
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March 2026 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Ritlecitinib effectively regrows hair in severe alopecia areata, especially in adolescents.
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January 2022 in “Annals of Dermatology” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for long-term hair growth in men with androgenic alopecia.
December 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” COVID-19 can cause different types of hair loss, which may last up to 100 days, and treatments are still being explored.
98 citations
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May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Isotretinoin is effective for severe acne but requires careful monitoring for side effects, especially in women who could become pregnant.
51 citations
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July 2023 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” 30 citations
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May 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” 29 citations
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August 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” New mutations in hair keratin genes cause the rare hair disorder monilethrix.
22 citations
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September 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The study's results on the effectiveness of low-dose IL-2 for alopecia areata and its impact on immune cells were not provided.
20 citations
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February 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
14 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Viral reactivation is rare at the time of DRESS diagnosis in the U.S.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The SAAD-41 scale effectively measures the psychosocial impact of alopecia areata.
7 citations
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May 2022 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss is a frequent long-term effect of COVID-19, and oral minoxidil is the most common effective treatment.
7 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” COVID-19 can cause hair loss starting as early as 18 days after infection.
5 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with primary cicatricial alopecia have a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
1 citations
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November 2022 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Many hospitalized children with COVID-19 had skin, mouth, or nail changes, with skin rashes being common.
May 2026 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” Higher oxidative stress markers are linked to hair loss in post-COVID-19 patients.
April 2026 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Vitiligo patients have higher risks of autoimmune diseases, infections, and skin cancer.
March 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Baricitinib effectively reduces hair loss in alopecia areata and is well-tolerated.
February 2025 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Many COVID-19 survivors, especially women, experience hair loss and skin color changes, needing specific post-recovery care.
January 2025 in “Annals of Dermatology” COVID-19 vaccination may slightly increase the risk of hair loss, but benefits outweigh this risk.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil can cause serious side effects like heart issues, so use the lowest effective dose.
May 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Being overweight can cause or worsen skin problems in children, some more common in darker skin, and is often linked to insulin resistance.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Many people experienced hair loss after having COVID-19, with the worst cases in hospitalized patients, and some saw hair regrowth within six months.
November 2021 in “Arquivos Médicos dos Hospitais e da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo” Microneedling with minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma, and mesotherapy improves hair growth significantly.
28 citations
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May 1998 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Scalp inflammation can cause multiple hairs to grow from one follicle.
20 citations
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December 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Continuous treatment with ritlecitinib and brepocitinib is needed to maintain hair regrowth in alopecia areata.