research Alopecia universalis following interferon alfa-2b and ribavirin treatment for hepatitis C.
A woman lost all her body hair after hepatitis C treatment, but it started to grow back a year after stopping the treatment.
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research Interferon alpha 2B
Some patients lost hair after taking interferon alpha 2B, but it improved for some while still on the treatment and for others after stopping it.
research A randomized controlled clinical trial of recombinant interferon α‐2b in the treatment of acute post‐transfusion hepatitis C: A preliminary report
Interferon α‐2b can temporarily reduce hepatitis C virus and normalize liver enzyme levels.
research Telogen Effluvium due to Recombinant Interferon α-2b
Half of the patients treated with a specific drug for skin cancer experienced hair loss not related to the drug's dosage.
research Reversible alopecia universalis secondary to PEG-interferon ??-2b and ribavirin combination therapy in a patient with chronic hepatitis C virus infection
A woman's total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment grew back after stopping the medication.
research Exacerbation of alopecia areata during pegylated interferon alpha-2b and ribavirin therapy, possibly due to the collapse of hair follicle immune privilege
A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.
research Dystrophic-Anagen Effluvium Occurring During Pegylated Interferon-α-2a/Ribavirin Therapy
A woman's hair loss during Hepatitis C treatment with PEG-INF-a-2a and Ribavirin was reversible after stopping the medication.
research High dose interferon treatment in chronic hepatitis C.
High-dose interferon is effective for chronic hepatitis C but often causes flu-like symptoms.
research Segmental Vitiligo and Hair Curling After Interferon α and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C
A woman developed white patches on her skin and curly hair after hepatitis C treatment, likely due to the medication interferon alpha.
research Follow‐up of Adverse Drug Reactions from Peginterferon alfa‐2b—Ribavirin Therapy
Peginterferon alfa-2b and ribavirin therapy for hepatitis C can cause serious side effects, some different from those reported in clinical trials.
research Alopecia universalis as a side effect of pegylated interferon α-ribavirin combination therapy for hepatitis C: a rare case report
A man lost all his hair as a rare side effect after hepatitis C treatment.
research Psoriasis and Hepatitis C: Improvement with Interferon
A woman's psoriasis improved after hepatitis C treatment with interferon, despite interferon's risk of worsening skin conditions.
research Cutaneous necrosis after injection of polyethylene glycol–modified interferon alfa
Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
research Special Focus Issue: Transdermal, Topical and Folicular Drug Delivery Systems
New drug delivery systems improve treatment effectiveness and patient experience.
research Dermatologic therapy: December 1986 to December 1987
Various dermatologic treatments were effective for skin conditions like acne, rosacea, hair loss, and psoriasis from December 1986 to December 1987.
research Antroquinonol Exerts Immunosuppressive Effect on CD8+ T Cell Proliferation and Activation to Resist Depigmentation Induced by H2O2
Antroquinonol may help prevent skin depigmentation by suppressing certain immune cells.
research Evaluation of SARS-CoV-2 entry, inflammation and new therapeutics in human lung tissue cells
A new method using human lung cells helps find drugs to block and reduce inflammation from SARS-CoV-2.
research Straight hair associated with interferon-alfa plus ribavirin in hepatitis C infection
ALA-PDT is effective and safe for chronic X-ray dermatitis, providing complete or partial remission.
research Lichenoid dermatitis from interferon alpha-2a in a patient with metastatic renal cell carcinoma and seronegative HCV
A patient with advanced kidney cancer and no hepatitis C developed skin inflammation due to a drug called interferon alpha-2a.
research Coronavirus Infection and Cholesterol Metabolism
Cholesterol affects coronavirus spread and could be a target for treatment.
research Acquired trichomegaly with topiramate
A woman's eyelashes grew thicker and longer after taking topiramate, but returned to normal when she stopped the medication.
research Alopecia universalis after discontinuation of pegylated interferon and ribavirin combination therapy for hepatitis C: a case report
A man lost all his hair after stopping hepatitis C treatment and it didn't grow back.
research Interferon in the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.
research Lichen planus and other cutaneous manifestations in chronic hepatitis C: pre- and post-interferon-based treatment prevalence vary in a cohort of patients from low hepatitis C virus endemic area
Skin problems like itching, dry skin, and hair loss are more common in hepatitis C patients after interferon treatment, but lichen planus is not linked to the infection.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment with PEG-Interferon and Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C
Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.
research INTERFERONS IN DERMATOLOGY
Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
research Procyanidin Oligomers Counteract TGF-β1- and TGF-β2-Induced Apoptosis in Hair Epithelial Cells: An Insight into Their Mechanisms
Procyanidin compounds from apples and barley promote hair growth and prevent hair cell death.
research Irreversible alopecia universalis during treatment with pegylated interferon-ribavirin for chronic hepatitis C virus infection: Case report and published work review
A man lost all his hair permanently after hepatitis C treatment, a side effect not seen before.
research Cutaneous ulcers due to interferon seem not to be related to the dosage
Skin ulcers from interferon may not depend on the amount given.
research Bullous Lesions at Polyethylene Glycol Interferon-alpha-2a Inoculation Site in a Hepatitis C Virus-infected Subject
A patient developed a blister at the injection site after hepatitis C treatment.