research Non-pigmentary actions of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone--lessons from the cutaneous melanocortin system.
Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone helps manage skin inflammation and protect against UV damage.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch When the Circadian Clock Meets the Melanin Pigmentary System
Silencing certain circadian clock genes increases skin pigmentation.
research Nanotechnology-based drug formulation and delivery systems for skin medical aesthetic dermatology: mechanisms, applications, and safety
Nanotechnology improves skin treatments by enhancing delivery and reducing side effects.
research The Skin POMC System (SPS): Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle
The Skin POMC System affects hair growth and skin responses to stress.
research Pathogenesis and treatment options for chemotherapy‐induced alopecia: a systematic review
Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.
research The efficacy in treatment of facial atrophic acne scars in Asians with a fractional radiofrequency microneedle system
FRMS is a safe and effective treatment for acne scars in Asians with minimal side effects.
research Dermatologic Side Effects of Systemic Targeted Anticancer Therapy
Cancer treatments targeting specific cells often cause skin, hair, and nail problems, affecting patients' lives and requiring careful management.
research Advancing the Understanding and Management of Segmental Vitiligo and Co‐Existing Pigmentary Disorders
Better diagnostic tools and treatment guidelines are needed for segmental vitiligo and related pigment issues.
research Evaluation of E- cadherin and Hydrogen Peroxide in Skin of Patients with Vitiligo
Vitiligo patients have higher hydrogen peroxide levels and lower E-cadherin, affecting skin cell adhesion and pigmentation.
research Book Reviews
The document recommends all three dermatology books for a library, noting their detailed content but also suggesting improvements in clarity and consistency.
research Gender aspects in skin diseases
Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
research Amelanocytic Anhidrotic Alopecia Areata-like Phenotype After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant
The immune system can cause permanent skin and hair whitening by attacking pigment cells.
research Skin manifestations of chronic kidney disease
People with advanced chronic kidney disease often have skin problems, which can be treated with various medications and procedures to improve their quality of life.
research Dermatoses of pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
research Skin Semiology and Grading Scales
The document concludes that dermatology training and grading scales need to better represent dark-skinned individuals to improve diagnosis and assessment of skin conditions.
research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.
research Pigmentary mosaicism: An update
Pigmentary mosaicism causes skin color changes and can affect multiple body systems, but has no cure.
research Pigmentary disorders in black skin
The argon gas-based cryotherapy effectively reduced keloid scars but caused some hypopigmentation and had a recurrence rate, especially in Afro-American patients.
research Non-scarring alopecia in systemic lupus erythematosus patients at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital: a cross-sectional study of prevalence, pattern, trichoscopy features and histopathological analysis
Non-scarring hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be diagnosed with specific hair and tissue tests.
research Diseases of the skin. Drug ill effects on the skin.
All medications can cause skin rashes, often without a clear cause, and better tests are needed to identify these drug-related skin issues.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Drugs
Skin reactions are a common reason for emergency visits due to drug allergies, with some severe cases needing intensive care.
research A Review of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions Resulting from the Use of Interferon and Ribavirin
Interferon and ribavirin can cause serious skin reactions and other health issues.
research A Screening Study on Dermatoses in Pregnancy
Most pregnant women experience skin changes, mainly increased pigmentation, and some develop pregnancy-related skin conditions and infections.
research Expanding the Scope of PROTACs: Opportunities and Challenges in Topical Delivery
Topical PROTACs show promise for treating skin conditions but need better stability and delivery methods.
research Research Progress on Fractional CO2 Laser in Multimodal Therapy
Fractional CO2 laser therapy effectively improves skin conditions and recovery when combined with other treatments.
research Contents
The document summarizes recent dermatological treatments and advances in areas like pediatric care, wound healing, skin closure, light-based therapies, pigment disorders, hair loss, immunotherapy, infection management, melanoma, drug reactions, and facial rejuvenation.
research Subclinical speckled perifollicular melanosis of the scalp.
The scalp has a natural speckled pattern of increased pigment around hair follicles, possibly linked to local hormone production.
research Phosphodiesterase inhibitors and prostaglandin analogues in dermatology: A comprehensive review
Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
research An Update on Drug-Induced Pigmentation
Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Hair: A Review of Prominent Scalp Hair Changes throughout a Females’ Life
Women's hair gets thinner and grayer as they age, with treatments available for hair loss and graying.