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October 2021 in “Microbiology spectrum” Researchers identified five new potential targets for leishmaniasis treatment, suggesting repurposing existing drugs could be effective.
December 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” An 8-year-old Saudi boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder causing hair loss, skin issues, and light sensitivity.
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September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
November 1998 in “Hair transplant forum international” Finasteride is considered to have a low risk to fetuses.
November 2024 in “PubMed” Terbinafine can cause skin reactions when exposed to sunlight, so sun exposure should be avoided during treatment.
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April 1970 in “Archives of Dermatology” Ichthyosis serpentina may be a variant linked to bamboo hair, with a possible genetic component.
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June 1983 in “Archives of dermatology” Mental and social factors greatly affect skin conditions and doctors find it hard to deal with these aspects.
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May 2005 in “Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health” All immigrant workers in the study had skin problems, with fungal nail infections, athlete's foot, and acne or folliculitis being most common, affecting their quality of life, yet they didn't seek medical help.
An adult Libyan woman was successfully treated for a rare scalp infection usually seen in children.
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January 2014 in “Progress in Neurology and Psychiatry” Skin diseases can cause psychological issues, and better integration of dermatology and psychiatry is needed to improve patient care.
March 2026 in “Health Psychology Report” Self-compassion can help reduce body shame and psychological distress in people with alopecia and psoriasis.
March 2017 in “Medicina y Laboratorio” Alopecia areata symptoms may improve after treating Helicobacter pylori infection.
January 2021 in “Plant Archives/Plant archives” Dogs with ear infections have a higher rate of yeast infection, especially German Shepherds, with seasonal variations observed.
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March 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A woman experienced temporary hair loss after taking albendazole, which resolved on its own within 3 months.
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March 1999 in “PubMed” Trichotillomania is a chronic condition where people uncontrollably pull out their hair, often starting in childhood.
March 2026 in “Journal of Sustainable Veterinary and Allied Sciences” The dog fully recovered after treatment for skin and tick-borne infections.
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November 2020 in “International journal of infectious diseases” A baby girl's severe scalp infection caused by a fungus was cured with oral and topical antifungal medications.
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August 2015 in “Behaviour change” Cognitions significantly influence Trichotillomania, suggesting cognitive therapies could help.
Fragrant pandan leaf extract can inhibit dandruff-causing fungus, especially at higher concentrations.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” Women with PCOS tend to have higher anxiety and depression levels compared to healthy women.
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July 1984 in “Australian Veterinary Journal” Some treatments worked for horse ringworm, but mass treatment should focus on stopping infection spread, not just hair regrowth.
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” Many patients with various medical conditions experience anxiety, which worsens their quality of life and raises healthcare costs.
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January 2015 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A woman with vitiligo had a rare fungal infection around her vitiligo patch and it improved with antifungal cream.
March 2023 in “Contagion” Most non-medical students at Tarumanagara University have good knowledge and attitudes about PCOS.
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January 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Enilconazole and lime sulfur work well for whole body treatment, while other products need frequent application for effective antifungal action.
July 2020 in “Indian journal of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS” The document concludes that it's concerning when a teenage boy has both gonorrhea and syphilis at the same time.
July 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair extensions, highlighting the need for cultural awareness and research on these behaviors in the Black community.
February 2026 in “Research Society and Development” PCOS is a common disorder in women causing symptoms like irregular periods and infertility, and requires early diagnosis and treatment.