4 citations
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January 2019 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Low-dose naltrexone might be a cheap and effective additional treatment for hair loss with scalp discomfort due to its anti-inflammatory effects and few side effects.
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July 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with bullous pemphigoid had an allergic reaction to azathioprine, but got better with alternative treatments.
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August 2018 in “Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management” Corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata can cause severe hip bone damage.
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November 2016 in “Lupus” Lenalidomide effectively and safely treats skin symptoms in pediatric lupus, reducing the need for prednisone.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” Anifrolumab significantly improved skin lesions and hair regrowth in severe discoid lupus.
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January 2007 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” A patient developed a blister at the injection site after hepatitis C treatment.
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May 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Thalidomide improved lupus symptoms but caused nerve damage in some patients.
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December 2003 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.
4 citations
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June 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” A woman with Rhupus and Rowell syndrome was treated successfully with medication adjustments.
Use mild topical steroids to avoid side effects, especially in children.
October 2025 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Infliximab can cause SAPHO syndrome, which may improve with Spesolimab and methotrexate.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” COVID-19 vaccines can cause mild to moderate skin reactions, mostly after the first dose.
June 2023 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” COVID-19 can cause various skin symptoms, with different patterns seen in younger and older patients.
August 2019 in “Reactions Weekly” Daclizumab may cause psoriasis-like skin problems in multiple sclerosis patients.
8 citations
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” COVID-19 may trigger severe skin flare-ups in people with autoimmune conditions like lupus.
January 2016 in “Vojnosanitetski Pregled” Some treatments for inflammatory bowel disease can cause skin problems like rashes and melanoma.
1 citations
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February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Children's Serum Sickness-Like Reaction is often linked to antibiotics, especially amoxicillin, and involves symptoms like rash, fever, and joint issues.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Combining low-dose oral minoxidil with immunomodulators shows promise for treating alopecia areata but needs more research.
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May 2002 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Prednisone may cause multiple skin nodules in lupus patients.
1 citations
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May 2022 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Longer treatment with vismodegib lowers relapse risk in basal cell carcinoma.
January 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Propylthiouracil, a thyroid medication, can cause skin blood clots and immune-related blood vessel inflammation.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dupilumab can cause unexpected scalp issues, so early symptom recognition is important to avoid hair loss.
42 citations
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March 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Anti-TNF therapy can cause hair loss and skin issues.
October 2025 in “Electronic Theses and Dissertations Repository (University of Pisa)” Baricitinib effectively treated alopecia areata in 73% of patients, with minor metabolic changes and significant changes in inflammatory markers.
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July 2003 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” A 13-year-old girl with various symptoms was successfully treated for autoimmune disease using the antibiotic co-trimoxazole.
January 2025 in “Journal of Crohn s and Colitis” Tofacitinib is effective and safe for elderly patients with ulcerative colitis.
17 citations
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June 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral mTOR inhibitors often cause skin and hair side effects but usually don't require stopping treatment.
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December 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Intradermal testing can better detect corticosteroid allergies than patch testing.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Journal of Ayub Medical College Abbottabad” A woman with Lupus Vasculitis improved after treatment with steroids and other medications.
November 2015 in “Clin-Alert” Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.