3 citations
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June 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology” Aminopterin effectively improves skin conditions but has toxic side effects that need careful monitoring.
2 citations
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October 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.
15 citations
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February 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology” Betamethasone dipropionate reduced skin thickness, fish oil increased it, and combined treatment had no significant effect.
March 2026 in “Open MIND” Early treatment of scalp infections can prevent permanent hair loss.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A rare dual diagnosis of alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris requires thorough evaluation for effective treatment.
3 citations
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September 2019 in “European Medical Journal” Scalp sarcoidosis can cause hair loss and needs accurate diagnosis and treatment with specific medications.
July 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” Most rural children with scalp ringworm had a non-inflammatory type and early treatment is important to prevent complications.
25 citations
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January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Methotrexate effectively treated a 2-year-old's generalized pustular psoriasis without side effects.
A man wrongly believed he had parasites, showing that delusional infestation can affect men and is often linked with other psychiatric issues, but can be treated with antipsychotics.
5 citations
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October 2016 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” A man from Brazil had a rare case of leprosy on his scalp, which improved with treatment.
January 2012 in “Open MIND” Oral minoxidil can cause painful skin bumps and scarring in some people.
46 citations
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September 2011 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Effective dandruff treatment requires delivering antifungal agents to the scalp follicular infundibulum.
24 citations
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July 2009 in “Mycoses” A scalp infection was treated successfully, leading to full hair regrowth.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Open Reports” Fluralaner topical spot-on successfully treated a cat's hair shedding and scales caused by Demodex gatoi.
1 citations
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July 2025 in “Dermatology Reports” Syphilis treatment resolved hair loss and eye symptoms, highlighting its importance in diagnosing unusual alopecia.
16 citations
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January 2017 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Managing frontal fibrosing alopecia and lichen planus pigmentosus is challenging due to resistant hair loss and skin discoloration.
20 citations
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January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New psoriasis treatments are effective but come with side effects and risks.
10 citations
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August 2019 in “European Journal of Dermatology” The document did not conclude on apremilast's effectiveness for severe alopecia areata.
11 citations
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January 2015 in “JOURNAL OF HEALTH SCIENCE” A 12-year-old boy's rare skin condition improved with topical treatments and may resolve by puberty.
January 2023 in “Figshare” Triple therapy with clobetasol, hydroxychloroquine, and N-acetylcysteine is recommended for better outcomes in treating lichen planopilaris.
3 citations
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September 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” Early diagnosis of Keratosis pilaris atrophicans faciei can lead to better, personalized treatments.
August 2022 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The goal is to create a tool for patients to report their experiences with various hair and scalp disorders.
December 2025 in “Cureus” Alopecia areata and psoriasis vulgaris can inhibit each other in the same areas.
June 2021 in “Nepalese Journal of Ophthalmology” A 62-year-old woman got a lump on her eyelid from tiny mites, which is the first time this has happened.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Minoxidil can cause a skin reaction called ALEP.
4 citations
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August 2013 in “Pediatric dermatology” Hair casts can be treated with physical removal and special shampoos.
36 citations
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Scalp seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition linked to oil production and bacteria, with specific diagnostic features and treatments like antifungals and corticosteroids.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “SKINmed Dermatology for the Clinician” Treatment with prednisolone and dapsone stopped new blisters and partially healed previous ones.
17 citations
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September 2010 in “Pediatric dermatology” A 15-year-old with KID syndrome developed a rare skin condition called PEHFN.
October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Porokeratosis should be considered for scalp lesions, with new treatments like topical cholesterol/lovastatin offering promise.