7 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most women with hyperandrogenism first show acne, and skin conditions like hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are good indicators of the condition.
2 citations
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August 2021 in “Canadian Family Physician” COVID-19 can cause rashes and worsen existing skin conditions, and behaviors like frequent hand-washing can lead to hand dermatitis.
November 2025 in “Dermato” The skin microbiome is crucial for skin health and new treatments like probiotics can improve skin conditions.
114 citations
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March 2002 in “Current opinion in oncology/Current opinion in oncology, with cancerlit” Cancer therapy can cause various skin problems, including hair loss, skin darkening, painful hand-foot syndrome, and severe skin damage.
46 citations
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July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.
19 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The study found unique skin changes in a rare type of alopecia linked to a skin condition called linear morphea.
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.
208 citations
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July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
22 citations
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March 2021 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Ultrasound is a useful, non-invasive tool in dermatology for diagnosing skin conditions and guiding treatments, but it has some limitations.
18 citations
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January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.
7 citations
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October 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” HIV can cause skin disorders, which are often the first sign of infection, especially in people with darker skin.
4 citations
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March 2012 in “Annals of oncology” New treatment with green tea polyphenols and nicotinamide improves skin problems from cancer therapy.
8 citations
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February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Runners often face skin problems like blisters and infections, and both prevention and early treatment are important.
9 citations
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January 2021 in “Strahlentherapie und Onkologie” St. John's wort skin oil may increase skin damage risk during radiotherapy.
6 citations
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April 2018 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.
5 citations
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October 2020 in “Experimental dermatology” A specific type of skin cell creates an opening for hair to grow out, and problems with this process can lead to skin conditions.
138 citations
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February 2007 in “European journal of cancer” EGFR inhibitors often cause skin problems and other side effects, but these are usually reversible and can be managed to keep patients comfortable.
26 citations
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June 2012 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India” Most skin changes during pregnancy are harmless and temporary, but some can risk the fetus and need careful treatment.
21 citations
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August 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Looking at skin can help find and treat serious diseases early.
12 citations
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July 2019 in “Acta Neurologica Belgica” Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.
2 citations
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August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.
1 citations
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October 2014 The document concludes that diagnosing and managing plaque psoriasis, particularly in sensitive areas, is challenging and requires careful differentiation from similar skin conditions.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Athletes need effective management of skin disorders for their performance and well-being.
October 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Common noncancerous skin diseases have various treatments, including topical applications, light therapy, surgery, and medications, with psychological support being important.
Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Different races and genders have unique skin and hair issues, requiring specialized care and more research for effective treatment.
8 citations
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June 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The review found that COVID-19 can cause skin problems, including rashes and issues from wearing PPE, and suggests more research and protective measures for healthcare workers.
4 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Zinc is important for skin health, and supplements can help treat various skin and hair disorders, but more research is needed for conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo.
April 1955 in “Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine” Children's skin diseases need special care and treatment.
124 citations
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December 2016 in “Pharmaceuticals” TRP channels in the skin are important for sensation and health, and targeting them could help treat skin disorders.