research Postherpetic Poliosis
A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
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810-840 / 1000+ results research Treatment of vitiligo with the topical Janus kinase inhibitor ruxolitinib: A 32-week open-label extension study with optional narrow-band ultraviolet B
research Umbilical keratinous cyst in a 7-year-old girl: A case report
A 7-year-old girl had a non-painful skin growth at her belly button, which was removed and identified as a keratinous cyst.
research A case of cutis verticis gyrata developing in a patient with primary scarring alopecia: A unique presentation of a rare disorder
A rare scalp condition, cutis verticis gyrata, was found in a woman with primary scarring alopecia.
research BH10 Nailing the diagnosis
Consider amyloidosis in patients with specific nail changes and check for systemic issues.
research Acquired Localized Longitudinal Pachyonychia and Onychomatrical Tumors: A Comparative Study to Onychomatricomas (5 Cases) and Onychocytic Matricomas (4 Cases)
Larger nail cavity sizes suggest benign tumors, while smaller ones may need further biopsy to rule out cancer.
research Postzygotic KRAS G12C mutation, associated with various malignancies, is also underling epidermal nevus syndrome
A specific mutation known for causing cancer is also found to cause a skin condition in a young girl.
research Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.
research Reversal of Alopecia Areata Following Treatment With the JAK1/2 Inhibitor Baricitinib
A patient with Alopecia Areata had complete hair regrowth after using the drug baricitinib.
research Cutaneous signs in COVID ‐19 patients: A review
COVID-19 can cause different skin symptoms that may help with early diagnosis and show how severe the disease is.
research Physiologic skin changes in pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin darkening, varicose veins, more sweating, hair growth, hair loss after birth, nail changes, and gum inflammation.
research Psoriasis of the Scalp
Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
research Primary cicatricial alopecia
Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
research Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in the Developing Countries of Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East: A Review
Atopic dermatitis is common in developing countries, but many patients receive poor care due to inconsistent guidelines and lack of resources.
research A histologic review of 27 patients with lichen planopilaris
The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
research Physiological and biological skin changes in pregnancy
Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.
research PHYSIOLOGIC SKIN CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH PREGNANCY
Pregnancy often causes skin changes like darkening, stretch marks, and hair growth, which may improve after childbirth.
research Development of the CLASI as an outcome instrument for cutaneous lupus erythematosus
The CLASI is a reliable tool for measuring the severity of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
research Novel TMEM173 Mutation and the Role of Disease Modifying Alleles
A new mutation in the STING protein causes a range of symptoms and its severity may be affected by other genetic variations; treatment with a specific inhibitor showed improvement in one patient.
research Involvement of scalp and nails in lupus erythematosus
Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.
research Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases without surgery.
research Alopecias in lupus erythematosus
Different types of hair loss in lupus need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Positive lymphocyte transformation test in a patient with allergic contact dermatitis of the scalp after short-term use of topical minoxidil solution
Patient had scalp allergy from minoxidil; test helped identify cause and suggest alternative treatments.
research An unusual presentation of dermatomyositis: The type Wong variant revisited
A woman with dermatomyositis showed rare skin symptoms, was treated successfully, and her case suggests checking for cancer in similar patients.
research Autoimmune Disease and Hair Loss
Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
research A Nonrandomized study of trichoscopy patterns using nonpolarized (contact) and polarized (noncontact) dermatoscopy in hair and shaft disorders
Polarized dermoscopy is slightly better than nonpolarized for diagnosing hair disorders, with each method having its own strengths.
research The influence of interferon on healthy and diseased skin
Type I interferons play a key role in the development of various skin diseases.
research Apremilast treatment of atopic dermatitis and other chronic eczematous dermatoses
Apremilast improved symptoms in patients with severe skin conditions.
research Acute hair loss on the limbs in frontal fibrosing alopecia: a clinicopathological study of two cases
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause sudden hair loss on limbs, similar to scalp hair loss.
research Alopecia and the metabolic syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.