May 2016 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Eating disorders are serious, often undiagnosed conditions requiring early treatment, with anorexia being the most deadly and binge-eating the most treatable.
January 2020 in “Archives of urology” Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.
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June 2020 in “Cutis” Poor nutrition can lead to skin diseases in hospitalized patients and should be quickly identified and treated.
Some blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can cause hair loss, which usually starts 1 to 6 months after beginning the medication.
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December 2025 in “Diagnostics” Stopping zolpidem improved hair loss caused by self-inflicted scalp injuries during sleep.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Gloriosa superba poisoning can cause sudden hair loss, but hair usually regrows fully.
January 2022 in “Menoufia Medical Journal” Obesity can cause various skin problems, with differences in prevalence between males and females.
A special diet can help manage Feline Atopic Skin Syndrome and reduce medication needs in cats.
December 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Assessing blood flow can improve skin graft success.
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January 2007 in “Toxicologie Analytique et Clinique” A woman survived a massive lithium overdose that caused a form of hair loss.
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August 2020 in “AJGP” A woman's sudden hair loss was linked to her previous COVID-19 infection.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” 12 citations
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March 2013 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology” Birt–Hogg–Dubé Syndrome requires genetic testing for accurate diagnosis due to its similarities with tuberous sclerosis.
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May 2024 in “Pediatric Blood & Cancer” Trametinib can effectively treat severe kaposiform lymphangiomatosis when other treatments fail.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Severe hair loss may increase the risk of dying from COVID-19.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
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June 2021 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” The document compares oral-maxillofacial surgery training in Thailand, France, and Germany, highlighting differences in curriculum focus and medical rotations.
September 2018 in “Practical diabetes” People with diabetes have a higher risk of skin infections and complications.
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March 2017 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” PSENEN gene mutations can cause both Dowling-Degos disease and acne inversa.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Many COVID-19 patients experience temporary hair loss after infection, not linked to infection severity or treatment.
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August 2024 in “Health Science Reports” Hair follicle punch grafts effectively help heal difficult wounds with few complications.
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July 2023 in “Life” COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.
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January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The book is a detailed guide on children's skin disorders, their causes, and diagnosis, with many images for medical professionals.
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April 2015 in “International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine” Cyclosporine-A can cause excessive hair growth, which usually stops after discontinuing the drug.
May 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” COVID-19 pandemic increased alopecia areata cases and hospitalizations.
June 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Hair dye can cause severe scalp burns and long-term health risks, so safety guidelines must be followed.
People with early onset hair loss (Androgenetic Alopecia) in Ile-Ife, Nigeria, have significantly lower iron levels compared to those with adult-onset hair loss.
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August 2020 in “F1000Research” Better understanding and new treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa are emerging, but more research is needed.
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November 2018 in “Cochrane library” Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
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January 2012 in “Vitamins & Trace Elements” People with Alopecia Areata have lower vitamin D levels.