3 citations
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” Vitamin D may help reduce inflammation in acne.
76 citations
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June 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
5 citations
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June 2019 in “Dermatopathology” Histopathology is not reliable for detecting early fibrosis in traction alopecia or for showing how severe it is.
172 citations
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December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Demodicosis is common and often missed, needing more recognition and treatment in skin care.
72 citations
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February 2011 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Anti-TNF therapy can cause a unique type of hair loss that may get better with topical treatments without stopping the therapy.
68 citations
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May 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
20 citations
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January 2015 in “Polish Journal of Pathology” Reflectance confocal microscopy is a useful, non-invasive tool for diagnosing some skin diseases, with potential for future improvements.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Misdiagnosis of LPP in AGA patients can cause hair transplant issues.
9 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.
9 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of feline medicine and surgery” Lymphocytic mural folliculitis in cats might be an early sign of pancreatic cancer.
7 citations
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
6 citations
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July 2015 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Stopping methotrexate might reverse lymphoma-like conditions in some patients.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Papular acantholytic dyskeratosis of the vulva is a rare, benign skin condition that can be managed conservatively.
4 citations
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July 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New biopsy techniques and tools improve alopecia diagnosis, and both too much and too little selenium can cause hair loss.
4 citations
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January 2012 in “Chemical Immunology” Some drugs, especially biologics, can cause skin reactions that look like other skin diseases, and stopping the drug usually helps clear up these reactions.
A man with painful ear plaques was diagnosed with discoid lupus and treated with medications and lifestyle changes.
August 2021 in “Acta Haematologica Polonica” Folliculotropic mycosis fungoides has a worse prognosis than other types, with survival rates varying significantly based on subtype and organ involvement.
May 2021 in “Dermatopathology” The review emphasizes the need to recognize skin conditions that affect hair follicles and sweat glands to avoid misdiagnosis.
February 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” EPDS is a rare, chronic scalp condition that's hard to treat and needs better awareness for improved outcomes.
July 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Some skin conditions are associated with other serious diseases, and office microscopy may miss many fungal infections.
Hair loss in African American women, caused by hair care, genetics, and environment, needs more research for better treatment.
51 citations
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October 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
36 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
35 citations
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January 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Syphilis has a wide range of symptoms that can look like other diseases, and if not treated, it can progress to a more serious stage, especially in HIV-positive patients.
26 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
12 citations
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May 1989 in “Postgraduate Medicine” The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
9 citations
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July 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that fexofenadine reduces inflammation in chronic hives, cholestyramine helps half of pregnant women with itchy rashes, and relaxing incisions are a good alternative in facial surgery for the elderly.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” The book details skin conditions in older adults, their link to mental health, cancer treatment importance, hair loss remedies, and managing autoimmune and itchy skin.
1 citations
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March 1954 in “Archives of dermatology” Animal research has greatly advanced dermatology.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.