May 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Skin problems in the elderly are unique and may indicate other diseases, involving changes in skin, hair, nails, and increased cancer risk.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The conclusion is that proper recognition and treatment of skin conditions are crucial for the elderly due to changes in skin, nails, and hair with age, and the impact of these conditions on health and mobility.
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June 2017 in “Gene” A rare genetic mutation found in an Indian family can be detected through prenatal screening.
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December 2001 in “Endoscopy” Prednisolone and Bactrim improved symptoms in a woman with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome.
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July 2015 in “Dermatologica Sinica” About half of Taiwanese dermatologists use dermoscopy, mainly to improve diagnosis and detect cancer early, but cost and lack of training limit its wider use.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Avicenna's work greatly shaped modern dermatology.
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Olmsted syndrome is a rare skin disorder causing thickened skin and other symptoms.
January 1999 in “대한피부과학회지” Trichotillomania is more common in young females and often linked to stress and psychiatric conditions, with hair loss and increased catagen hair observed.
December 2004 in “Medicine” A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
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September 2017 in “Journal of clinical immunology” New treatments for immune disorders caused by FOXN1 deficiency are promising.
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May 2005 in “Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health” All immigrant workers in the study had skin problems, with fungal nail infections, athlete's foot, and acne or folliculitis being most common, affecting their quality of life, yet they didn't seek medical help.
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August 2020 in “PubMed” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is effective in treating various skin conditions and improving hair density, thickness, and patient satisfaction, with lower relapse rates for Alopecia Areata.
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July 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.
February 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Minoxidil may help nails grow faster and stronger.
December 2024 in “Nutrients” Skin, hair, and nail changes can help detect eating disorders early.
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October 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mutations in the KRT85 gene cause hair and nail problems.
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January 2013 in “Human Mutation” A mutation in the HOXC13 gene causes hair and nail problems in a Syrian family.
July 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that scalp conditions have various causes and can present in many different ways.
Mutations in keratin genes may link hair disorders to dental decay.
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November 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair and nail changes can indicate health issues, including cancer and side effects from cancer treatments.
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June 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Keratin 17 is important for hair and nail structure and affects pachyonychia congenita symptoms.
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January 2021 in “BioMed Research International” Some recovered COVID-19 patients experience skin, hair, and nail issues, suggesting they need follow-up care.
Abemaciclib can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, leading some patients to stop using it.
December 2022 in “Gastroenterology” A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved significantly with immunosuppressive therapy.
March 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” The man was diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, a rare disorder with GI polyps, skin issues, hair loss, and nail problems.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin, hair, and nail health and regeneration.
January 2016 in “Dermatology Review” Endocrine disorders can cause various skin and hair issues.
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October 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Diagnosing hair loss disorders needs clinical, dermoscopic, and histological differences, and checking menstrual cycle, weight changes, drug therapy, and nail changes.
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March 2004 in “Neuropediatrics” Coats' Plus is a genetic disorder with eye abnormalities, brain calcification, poor growth, bone and skin issues, and movement disorders.
January 2017 in “IMC Journal of Medical Science” A rare endocrine disorder, APS 1, was diagnosed in a 26-year-old man in Bangladesh.