research Expert consensus recommendations on appropriate serological testing for the chief complaint of alopecia
Specific tests may help diagnose alopecia, but their treatment impact is unclear.
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research Clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and outcome of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) in children
Children generally have milder SARS symptoms than adults, with good outcomes and no deaths reported, but long-term effects are unclear.
research Alopecias in lupus erythematosus
Different types of hair loss in lupus need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Cutaneous Manifestations in COVID-19: Report on 31 Cases from Five Countries
Some COVID-19 patients have different skin problems, which might be the only sign of the virus or related to other health issues.
research Nonspecific diffuse alopecia as a single manifestation of syphilis infection: clinical and trichoscopic features
Syphilis can cause hair loss without other symptoms and should be considered when diagnosing unexplained hair loss.
research Secondary Syphilis in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-Infected Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM): A Case Report
HIV-infected men who have sex with men are at higher risk for aggressive syphilis, but treatment and tests are effective.
research Unusual Cause for Baldness Inspires the Muse
Hair loss can be a sign of syphilis, and self-diagnosing based on ads can be risky.
research Syphilis: today
Syphilis is becoming more common and remains a major health problem due to challenges in prevention and treatment.
research Secondary Syphilis in a 12-Year-Old Girl Misdiagnosed as Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta: A Case Report
Syphilis should be considered if PLEVA-like symptoms don't improve with treatment.
research Moth-Eaten Symptomatic Syphilitic Alopecia Associated with Human Immunodeficiency Virus—A Case Report
Hair loss in HIV patients should be tested for syphilis as well.
research The Spectrum of Cutaneous Manifestations in Lupus Erythematosus: A Comprehensive Review
Recognizing specific skin features helps diagnose and manage lupus erythematosus effectively.
research DP15 Syphilis: the chameleon disease. A case series of unexpected mimicry
Syphilis can mimic other diseases, making diagnosis challenging, but proper testing and treatment are effective.
research HAIR DISORDERS
The document explains different hair loss types and treatments, emphasizing diagnosis through examination and tests, and specific treatments for each condition.
research CUTANEOUS T-CELL LYMPHOMA WITH LYMPH NODE METASTASIS IN AN ADULT ADDAX (ADDAX NASOMACULATUS)
An addax had skin cancer that spread to lymph nodes and was euthanized.
research Syphilitic alopecia
Syphilitic alopecia is a rare hair loss condition in secondary syphilis that looks similar to another condition but can be diagnosed with specific tests and responds to antibiotics.
research Non-scarring patchy alopecia in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus differs from that of alopecia areata
Hair loss in lupus is different from hair loss in alopecia areata and may indicate lupus activity.
research Prenatal serological diagnosis of intrauterine cytomegalovirus infection.
Blood tests confirmed a baby in the womb had a CMV infection.
research Serological screening for coeliac disease in vitiligo and alopecia areata
Vitiligo is not linked to coeliac disease, but a small number of alopecia areata patients may have it, suggesting they should be tested for coeliac disease.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in India: A Clinico-Serological Correlation
Early identification of lupus through skin signs and blood tests is crucial in India.
research The use of auto-antibody testing in the evaluation of interstitial lung disease (ILD) – A practical approach for the pulmonologist
Auto-antibody testing is a useful but not definitive tool in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases, and using a specific algorithm could make testing more cost-effective.
research Scarring Alopecia in a 66‐Year‐Old Woman
A rare autoimmune disease caused the woman's scalp blisters and hair loss, successfully treated with medication.
research Pediatric Sjögren’s Syndrome: Focus on Ocular Involvement and Diagnostic Challenges
Early diagnosis using eye tests and lab markers can improve treatment for pediatric Sjögren's syndrome.
research Queries and Minor Notes
The reply suggests checking for false positive or asymptomatic syphilis and using penicillin for treatment if necessary.
research Drug History and SLE Laboratory Findings Among Iraqi Patients: A Hospital‐Based Study
SLE in Iraqi patients often involves hair loss and photosensitivity, with common treatments being corticosteroids and immunosuppressants.
research Esssentials of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a complex autoimmune disease mainly affecting women, with varied symptoms and unknown exact cause.
research The role of inflammation and immunity in the pathogenesis of androgenetic alopecia.
Inflammation and immunity play a key role in androgenetic alopecia, with better treatment outcomes in certain immune-positive cases.
research Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Korean Patients Showed No Significant Relationship with Medical Comorbidities
Early-onset hair loss in Koreans isn't linked to other health issues.
research Neurological presentation of psittacosis during a small outbreak in Leicestershire.
A woman showed neurological symptoms from psittacosis linked to bird exposure, improving after antibiotic treatment.
research Neonatal lupus syndrome in a Nigerian child
A Nigerian baby with neonatal lupus got better with treatment by 6 months.
research A case of neurosyphilis with inflammation of the oral mucosa
The woman was cured of neurosyphilis after treatment with penicillin.