July 2024 in “Zagazig University Medical Journal” Excimer laser can effectively treat mild to moderate patchy alopecia areata.
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Topical imiquimod is as effective as 5-fluorouracil for treating actinic keratosis, with about a 5% risk of it turning into squamous cell carcinoma.
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June 2017 in “Rheumatology” The guidelines suggest a detailed approach to diagnosing and treating lupus, with a focus on regular check-ups, personalized medicine, and a range of drug options for different cases.
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September 1987 in “JAMA” IL-2 treatment causes skin eruptions and other reversible side effects, and may play a role in psoriasis.
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July 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
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March 2017 in “Oncotarget” SOCS3 treatment can prevent hair loss by stopping harmful immune responses.
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May 2008 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” A cancer patient died from a severe skin reaction after taking the drug cetuximab.
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September 2010 in “Dermatologic therapy” Combining cetirizine and topical steroids can effectively manage severe lichen planus pilaris.
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July 2017 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Two elderly men developed scalp inflammation after using a gel for skin lesions, which healed with treatment except for some permanent hair loss.
January 2025 in “Geneesmiddelenbulletin” Baricitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata with ongoing use.
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January 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin conditions like eczema, hair loss, and psoriasis.
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December 2008 in “Arthritis Care & Research” The decision board effectively helps lupus nephritis patients in Brazil choose treatments by clearly presenting options and side effects.
September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Baricitinib effectively reduces hair loss in severe alopecia areata with mild side effects.
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June 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” Imiquimod used intravaginally for cervical issues can cause temporary hair loss, especially if severe side effects occur.
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August 2023 in “JAMA Dermatology” Increasing the dose of baricitinib to 4 mg helps more patients with severe alopecia areata regrow hair.
June 2024 in “Neuromuscular Disorders” Baricitinib successfully treated myasthenia gravis and alopecia in a patient.
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May 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Ritlecitinib improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata over 24 months.
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Epimedium extract helps increase skin pigmentation and could be a new treatment for conditions with reduced pigmentation.
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January 2004 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Methylprednisolone helps skin cells stick together better in pemphigus vulgaris.
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June 2018 in “Archives of Rheumatology” A woman with lupus developed rare skin growths that went away on their own.
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May 2009 in “Contraception” The oral contraceptive with ethinyl estradiol and chlormadinone acetate is effective in treating moderate acne.