61 citations
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April 1969 in “Archives of Dermatology” Skin biopsy is crucial for diagnosing unknown baldness causes.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Dermoscopy may not show hookworms clearly, and comparing it with tissue studies could improve diagnosis accuracy for skin conditions caused by parasites.
April 2024 in “Journal of Cytology” A rare skin tumor with bone formation was successfully removed without recurrence.
19 citations
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April 1995 in “Clinical Genetics” Two siblings were the first reported cases of inheriting both eye coloboma and loose anagen syndrome together.
6 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Researchers found a potential new type of skin growth called follicular mucinous nevus.
8 citations
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December 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The patient has a leg condition caused by vein issues, needing lifestyle changes and leg care.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal” Two new mutations in the CDH3 gene cause hair loss and vision problems in a young girl.
June 2015 in “Sonography” Ultrasound is effective for diagnosing scrotal cysts, and prompt treatment is crucial to prevent severe complications.
17 citations
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May 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Gomez–Lopez–Hernandez syndrome can cause focal hair loss and developmental delays but some children can still function well and excel in school and sports.
2 citations
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April 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Linear skin conditions are rare, more common in females, and often misdiagnosed without tissue analysis.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Combining medication and minimally invasive techniques can effectively manage Marine-Lenhart syndrome.
7 citations
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April 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Neck lift surgery can lead to complications like hematoma, nerve injury, and skin issues, with various treatments available for each.
1 citations
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December 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A rare calcium deposit condition was found on a man's scalp.
7 citations
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November 2013 in “Pediatric and Developmental Pathology” Over half of the children had abnormal hair under a microscope, with many having genetic hair conditions.
1 citations
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December 2012 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The health of the sentinel lymph node is the best indicator of survival for patients with thick skin cancer.
74 citations
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January 2006 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
72 citations
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November 2012 in “PloS one” The protein folliculin, involved in a rare disease, works with another protein to control how cells stick together and their organization, and changes in this interaction can lead to disease symptoms.
August 2024 in “Clinical Case Reports” Pilomatricoma is a rare, benign skin tumor that requires surgical removal for best results.
September 2025 in “Immunological Reviews” The skin can independently form immune responses through special structures, offering new ways to treat skin diseases.
Benign tumors from hair follicles can look like other skin cancers but have distinct features under dermoscopy.
57 citations
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August 2002 in “American Journal Of Pathology” Cathepsin L deficiency causes hair and skin issues in mice.
24 citations
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May 2021 in “Nature Communications” Cavity macrophages gather on organ surfaces but don't really invade or help repair the organs after injury.
July 2023 in “International journal of physiology” Hypertrichosis lanuginosa causes excessive fine hair growth, often linked to genetics or cancer, with limited treatment options.
26 citations
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April 2007 in “Journal of clinical oncology”
December 2024 in “Kırıkkale Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Dergisi” Chromosomal microarray analysis is important for diagnosing rare genetic variations and guiding treatment.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare pituitary tumor in an 18-year-old male caused hormonal issues and vision loss, requiring surgery and further treatment.
September 2012 in “Turkish Journal of Dermatology” Erythema multiforme-like lesions can occur in lupus without drug use or herpes infection.
1 citations
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December 2019 in “American journal of ophthalmology. Case reports” A rare skin condition caused droopy and outward-turning eyelids in a patient.
10 citations
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November 1964 in “Zentralblatt für Veterinärmedizin Reihe A” Benign epithelial tumors in dogs don't spread or become cancerous.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Medicine” A rare skin cancer on a man's elbow was successfully treated with surgery, showing no recurrence after one year.