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October 1998 in “PubMed” Antifungal treatment can improve severe skin infections with cutaneous horns.
September 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, may help nails grow faster.
Nail changes in kids with stubborn alopecia areata often happen with longer illness but aren't linked to how much hair is lost.
Nail involvement is common in children with long-term alopecia areata, regardless of scalp severity.
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September 1989 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Carbamazepine may cause reversible nail detachment.
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January 2018 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Some nail changes in chilblains can look like lichen planus and may be severe and long-lasting.
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May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
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September 2022 in “Dermatologic therapy” Microneedling helps reduce hair-pulling and promotes hair regrowth in trichotillomania patients.
June 2026 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Topical minoxidil can safely and effectively boost nail growth.
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January 1925 in “Archives of Dermatology” Trichostasis spinulosa is a rare skin condition with hair-filled plugs in hair follicles.
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January 2009 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Chemotherapy caused nail grooves and separation, but they healed after treatment stopped.
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August 2010 in “Annals of saudi medicine/Annals of Saudi medicine” Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare condition where hair wraps around an infant's body part, needing quick removal to prevent damage.
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October 2005 in “Annals of Clinical Psychiatry” Hairpulling, skin picking, and nail biting cause significant harm and need more research for better treatments.
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June 2017 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Microneedling can cause skin infections if not used safely.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Nail problems are common in people with alopecia areata, often leading to cosmetic and functional issues, but more research is needed for treatment guidelines.
July 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology”
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March 1974 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Chronic kidney disease can cause skin and nail problems.
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April 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Recurrent NICF is a rare skin condition with unclear causes, involving follicle inflammation and crystal deposits.
November 2025 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” Proper tools and strict hygiene are crucial to prevent infections in hair transplants.
March 2025 in “Dermatology” Systemic therapies improve nail psoriasis but have high side effects; more research is needed.
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April 2009 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Nail disorders not caused by infection are common and can look similar, with psoriasis being the most frequent and having specific nail symptoms.
January 2014 in “Pathology” The document concludes that understanding nail anatomy is key for diagnosing nail diseases, early signs of nail melanoma may allow for less aggressive treatment, and specific genetic mutations are important in thyroid cancer prognosis and treatment.
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November 2025 in “Journal of Korean Medical Association” Recognizing nail changes helps diagnose and treat non-infectious skin diseases.
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February 2021 in “PubMed” Koilonychia in alopecia areata can improve with oral corticosteroids.
September 2025 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Inverted follicular keratosis on the eyelid can be cured with surgery and has a great prognosis.
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August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” A man's pubic hair infection was treated by shaving and using antifungal medications.
February 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Pincer nails are rare in lupus patients and may be managed conservatively.
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October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stem cells in mouse nails are found in the nail matrix and may control nail growth.
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April 2024 in “Health Science Reports” Younger patients with severe alopecia areata often have nail problems.
September 2022 in “JAAD case reports” The man has a genetic skin condition called pachyonychia congenita.