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January 2008 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Optical coherent tomography can effectively detect steroid use by analyzing hair changes.
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November 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Anifrolumab effectively improved symptoms and reduced steroid use in Japanese patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
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February 2003 in “Annals of Neurology” Neuroimaging suggests that treatments targeting brain steroids could help control epilepsy, especially types linked to the menstrual cycle.
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January 2014 in “American Journal of Medical Case Reports” Early diagnosis, intensive therapy, and careful follow-up are crucial for managing overlapping TTP and SLE.
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's hair grew back after stopping acitretin for psoriasis and getting steroid treatment, and low vitamin D might be linked to alopecia severity.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Fungi” Erythema nodosum linked to kerion can be treated effectively with antifungals and steroids to reduce scarring.
May 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Rituximab effectively managed a difficult case of juvenile lupus with complications, reducing the need for steroids.
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April 2017 in “F1000Research” Mitochondrial problems in diabetic nerve damage might cause pain by lowering the production of certain nerve-related steroids.
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology” The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
January 1985 in “Japanese Journal of Clinical Immunology” Dental procedures and immunosuppressants can lead to heart infections in lupus patients.
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June 2024 in “International Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology” Surgery can help treat vitiligo when other treatments don't work.
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October 2008 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” Coumarin derivatives show promise as anti-estrogenic agents for treating breast cancer, with some in clinical trials.
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October 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Regenerative medicine may offer long-lasting relief for chronic pain and neuro-degenerative conditions.
January 2023 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” TB lymphadenitis can occur in people with weakened immune systems, like those with SLE.
January 2023 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” TB lymphadenitis can occur in people with weakened immune systems, like those with SLE.
January 2023 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” People with weakened immune systems, like those with SLE, are at higher risk for TB.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Infection” A woman with asthma improved from a severe fungal infection after treatment change, and most HIV-positive women in a UK study had low immune cell counts but were responding well to treatment.
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 may trigger systemic lupus erythematosus, requiring careful diagnosis and treatment.
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September 2009 in “Psychosomatics” A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Combining calcipotriol with mometasone is more effective for treating alopecia areata than using mometasone alone.
November 2023 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” Gefitinib can cause scalp skin issues and permanent hair loss.
July 2023 in “The Journal of Family Practice” The man was diagnosed with lupus and improved with treatment.
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January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” AI and new therapies show promise in medicine, especially for cancer and regenerative treatments.
October 2017 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Early diagnosis and nutritional support are crucial for managing Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome.
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December 2001 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Steroids may not work well for alopecia areata because of high unoccupied receptors and low thioredoxin levels.
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January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Candida antigen is an effective and promising treatment for alopecia areata.
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April 2007 in “Therapeutic Drug Monitoring” Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.