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Certain gene mutations can weaken the skin barrier and, when combined with environmental factors, lead to eczema and severe itching.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research Acquired ichthyosis, alopecia and loss of hair pigment associated with leiomyosarcoma
Removing a tumor may resolve associated skin and hair symptoms.
research Netherton Syndrome
A 17-year-old with Netherton syndrome has dry, itchy skin, brittle hair, and high IgE levels, treated with antihistamines and emollients.
research Cutaneous asthenia (Ehlers–Danlos syndrome) in a cat
A cat in Turkey had Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, showing very stretchy skin and easy bruising.
research 42357 Bullous pemphigoid presenting as erythema multiforme-like targetoid lesions
Bullous pemphigoid can look like erythema multiforme, so awareness is needed for proper treatment.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions
The condition is likely inherited in an autosomal-dominant pattern.
research Lack of classic histology should not prevent diagnosis of necrolytic acral erythema
Consider necrolytic acral erythema in similar cases and treat with oral zinc sulfate.
research Trichothiodystrophy: Review of sulfur-deficient brittle hair syndromes and association with the ectodermal dysplasias
research Early diagnosis of ichthyosis, leukocyte vacuoles, alopecia, and sclerosing cholangitis syndrome: A case report
Early diagnosis and teamwork are crucial for managing ILVASC effectively.
research [Netherton's syndrome in two sisters].
Two sisters with Netherton's syndrome had skin and hair issues, needing special diet and ointments.
research CHICAGO DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY
The woman's skin condition persisted for 20 years despite treatments.
research Acrodermatitis enteropathica – diagnostic challenges
Genetic testing confirmed a rare skin disorder in a young girl, which improved with zinc supplementation.
research Trichothiodystrophy
Trichothiodystrophy is a condition with brittle hair and various physical and mental issues due to low sulfur in proteins.
research Acquired ichthyosis, alopecia and loss of hair pigment associated with leiomyosarcoma.
A woman's skin and hair conditions improved after her cancerous tumor was removed.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: challenges and solutions
Early treatment of EPDS can improve outcomes and reduce recurrence risk.
research Neonatal ichthyosis-sclerosing cholangitis syndrome caused by a novel CLDN1 mutation: a case report and literature review
A novel CLDN1 mutation in a 2-month-old with NISCH showed improvement with symptom management.
research Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome
If someone has scaly skin, muscle stiffness, and intellectual disability, doctors should consider Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome, but other conditions if more symptoms are present.
research Exploring the Relationship Between Ichthyosis and Scalp Paresthesia: Potential Connection and Treatment Approach with Fluocinolone
Fluocinolone may help treat scalp symptoms in ichthyosis patients.
research Symmetrical acrokeratoderma: A peculiar entity in China? Clinicopathologic and immunopathologic study of 34 new cases
Symmetrical Acrokeratoderma (SAK) may be a unique skin condition in China, lacking specific treatment and needing long-term monitoring.
research Porokeratotic Eccrine Duct and Hair Follicle Nevus (PEHFN) Associated with Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness (KID) Syndrome
A 15-year-old with KID syndrome developed a rare skin condition called PEHFN.
research Scarring Folliculitis in the Ectrodactyly-Ectodermal Dysplasia-Clefting Syndrome
The patient with EEC syndrome had scarring alopecia due to deep folliculitis, possibly linked to abnormal hair structure.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Systemic retinoids may effectively treat erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp.
research Folliculotropic mycosis fungoides complicated by eosinophilia: a case report
A man's skin condition was misdiagnosed and later identified as a rare type of skin cancer, which did not improve with treatment.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: Clinicopathological Correlation Leading to a Definition of Diagnostic Criteria
Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus that heal with strong topical steroids suggest Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, confirmed by biopsy showing specific immune cells.
research Essential Thrombocythemia: The Dermatologic Point of View
Recognizing and treating skin symptoms in essential thrombocythemia is crucial for patient quality of life.
research Feline immune-mediated skin disorders: Part 2
Early diagnosis and treatment by vets are crucial for managing rare but severe feline skin disorders.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis (chronic atrophic dermatosis of the scalp and extremities)
Erosive pustular dermatosis is a rare skin disease that's hard to treat and affects the scalp or legs.
research ERYTHROMELANOSIS FOLLICULARIS FACIEI ET COLLI
Three Iranian men had reddish-brown facial pigmentation with no effective treatment.
research Substrate specific sulfatase activity from hair follicles in recessive X-linked ichthyosis
Recessive X-linked ichthyosis involves a less efficient enzyme in hair follicles, suggesting two distinct enzymes.
research A Case of IFAP Syndrome with Severe Atopic Dermatitis
A baby was diagnosed with IFAP syndrome due to a new genetic mutation, showing severe skin and developmental issues.