research Geriatric Dermatology: Overview
Skin problems in the elderly are unique and may indicate other diseases, involving changes in skin, hair, nails, and increased cancer risk.
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research A case of cicatricial alopecia associated with pemphigus: a case report
The link between pemphigus and the patient's scarring hair loss is still unclear.
research Graham Little-Lassueur Syndrome with Hypertrophic Lichen Planus in a Patient with Chronic Hepatitis C
A woman with chronic hepatitis C had a rare skin condition linked to her illness.
research End Stage Nonspecific Group
Cicatricial alopecia can progress to complete hair loss, making diagnosis and management difficult.
research Multi-Melanonychia Striata in a Case of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with Concomitant Chilblain Lupus
Hydroxychloroquine may cause nail discoloration in lupus patients.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Systemic retinoids may effectively treat erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp.
research An unusual case of increased hair pigmentation in previously grey-white hair
A 73-year-old man's grey-white hair turned dark brown after eczema treatment.
research Linear Lichen Planopilaris of the Face: Case Report and Review
A rare skin condition called linear lichen planopilaris caused itchy red bumps and hair loss on a man's face.
research Aging and skin care
The conclusion is that proper recognition and treatment of skin conditions are crucial for the elderly due to changes in skin, nails, and hair with age, and the impact of these conditions on health and mobility.
research Lichen planus pigmentosus: a clinico‐pathological study in a Caucasian population from North Africa
Lichen planus pigmentosus mainly affects middle-aged women with darker skin, is underreported, and is hard to treat.
research Lupus Erythematosus Profundus with Multiple Overlying Cutaneous Ulcerations: A Rare Case
A patient with a rare form of lupus improved after treatment for skin ulcers and hair loss on the face and scalp.
research Lucio Phenomenon mimicking with Vasculo necrotic Erithema Nodosum Leprosum: A Case Report
A man with severe leprosy developed painless ulcers and numbness, treated successfully with multiple drugs and vitamins.
research Vascular Proliferation in Biopsies from Active Lichen Planopilaris as a Novel Pathologic Finding
Increased blood vessel growth in lichen planopilaris may signal active disease needing aggressive treatment.
research Diffuse plate-like sheets of desquamation
The rash resolved after stopping ponatinib.
research Lichen Planus Pigmentosus as a Cutaneous Extrahepatic Manifestation of Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection: A Case Report
Lichen planus pigmentosus may indicate undetected hepatitis C infection.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp successfully treated with oral prednisone and topical tacrolimus
Scalp condition healed with prednisone and tacrolimus.
research Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans
DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the lower limbs, mainly in men, with unclear causes and treatments that often don't work well.
research Case report: pemphigus vulgaris in an adolescent
An 18-year-old girl with pemphigus vulgaris needed strong medication and careful treatment due to ineffective initial therapies and side effects.
research Lupus panniculitis of the scalp presenting with linear alopecia along the lines of Blaschko
research Questions and Answers
The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific treatments and that adequate calcium intake may prevent osteoporosis.
research Sudden whitening of the hair in an 82-year-old woman: the ‘overnight greying’ phenomenon
An 82-year-old woman's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to a rare form of alopecia that targets pigmented hair.
research Low-level light-assisted photodynamic therapy using a wearable cap-like device for the treatment of actinic keratosis of the scalp
A wearable cap-like device using light therapy reduced scalp skin lesions by 71% and was painless.
research Valproic acid-induced hair color change in an elderly male
Valproic acid can cause hair color change in older men.
research A Cross-Sectional Study of Mucocutaneous Manifestations amongGeriatric Patients at a Tertiary Care Centre
Elderly patients often have skin issues like itching and hair loss, and early treatment can improve their quality of life.
research Co-occurrence of Progressive Hemifacial atrophy due to Morphea with homolateral segmental Vitiligo: a case report
A 20-year-old woman had stable Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy and Vitiligo after treatment, suggesting a possible link between the conditions.
research Actinic Hyperkeratosis Treated with Retinol Combined with A Polylysine Biovector: A Case Report
Encapsulated retinol may effectively treat actinic keratosis without side effects.
research Lichen planus
Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
research A Clinicopathological and Immunofluorescence study of Lichen Planus
Lichen planus commonly affects middle-aged adults, often involves limbs and mucosal areas, and can be linked to immune diseases.
research Cicatricial alopecia
Cicatricial alopecia involves scarring hair loss and can be treated with various medications.
research Lichen Planopilaris
Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.