12 citations
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October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Many people with skin conditions don't seek professional help, often due to self-management beliefs.
6 citations
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January 2013 in “Urology” An 8-year-old boy with bed-wetting issues suffered a severe penile injury from tying a thread around his penis, requiring urgent medical treatment to avoid worse outcomes.
5 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” A woman had 13 non-cancerous cysts on her scalp successfully removed in one surgery.
3 citations
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January 2013 in “Scholar Commons (University of South Carolina)” Barrier protection and specialty surfaces help prevent skin breakdown in pediatric intensive care.
2 citations
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August 2012 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The letter argues that blaming synthetic hair implants for scalp cancer based on one report is biased and possibly coincidental.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” The U.K. created the CPSA to set safety standards for non-surgical cosmetic treatments and improve patient protection.
November 2023 in “Global Medical Genetics” Netherton syndrome can cause severe dehydration, infections, and growth issues in infants.
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.
Understanding genetics is crucial for treating heart and skin diseases.
January 2012 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” Keratin 15 affects cell behavior and characteristics in skin cells.
Safflower extract in nanostructured carriers was more effective than minoxidil for hair growth without irritating skin.
December 2004 in “Medicine” A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
September 1998 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Autoimmune and inflammatory processes are involved in both scarring and non-scarring types of hair loss.
November 2024 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Genetic factors affecting skin health and body weight may increase the risk of dermatophytosis.
September 2022 in “Farmacja Polska” Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
May 2021 in “Клітинна та органна трансплантологія” Skin aging can be slowed down with proper care and treatments.
September 1995 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis” Antiyeast treatments work better for seborrheic dermatitis than steroids, and other findings include increased skin bacteria under plastic wrap, a nasal cell defect in Staphylococcus aureus carriers, quick resolution of certain skin reactions, high rubber latex allergy in spina bifida patients, and glyceryl monopentadecanoate's effectiveness for male hair loss.
January 2023 in “Handbook of Skin Disease Management” Treat male pattern hair loss by checking B12, folate, thyroid levels, and using step-by-step treatments.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
1 citations
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November 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology” Dermatopathology has made significant progress but many skin diseases remain incurable, requiring ongoing research.
Vitamin D is crucial for skin health and managing skin diseases.
November 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that a woman has both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Simplex Chronicus, a previously unreported combination of conditions.
December 2019 in “Pubvet” The document concludes that atopic dermatitis in dogs is managed with various treatments including antipruritics, supplements, and possibly immunotherapy.
336 citations
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August 2015 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” The Rotterdam Study found risk factors for elderly diseases, links between lifestyle and genetics with health conditions, and aimed to explore new areas like DNA methylation and sensory input effects on brain function.
156 citations
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March 2022 in “Exploration” Bioactive inorganic particles-based biomaterials show promise for improving skin wound healing.
149 citations
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June 2002 in “Veterinary record/The veterinary record” Trilostane effectively improved symptoms in dogs with a certain adrenal gland disorder.
140 citations
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April 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The enzyme 25 Hydroxyvitamin D 1 α-Hydroxylase is essential for healthy skin and recovery after skin damage.
133 citations
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July 2020 in “Cells” Creating fully functional artificial skin for chronic wounds is still very challenging.
108 citations
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August 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
101 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” COVID-19 can cause skin issues like rashes and "COVID toes," and people with skin conditions should adjust their treatments if they get the virus.