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Autoimmune Skin Diseases Linked To Risk Of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
The three most common autoimmune skin diseases in the study cohort were vitiligo (30%), alopecia areata (30%), and cutaneous lupus erythematosus (...
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Laser epilation may reduce pilonidal disease recurrences when added to standard care
The study is “the first, to our knowledge, to compare LE as an adjunct to standard care versus standard care alone and demonstrate a decrease in...
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At 52 weeks, complete hair regrowth rates still climbing on deuruxolitinib
Complete responses continued to increase in open-label extensions of phase 3 alopecia areata studies.
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Asymptomatic Hair Loss in a Patient With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A 51-year-old woman residing in the Hainan Province, China, was referred to our hospital for treatment of recurrent joint pain that could not be...
Case Reports
Alopecia Universalis Treated With Tofacitinib: The Role of JAK/STAT Inhibitors in Hair Regrowth
Alopecia universalis is alopecia areata (AA) with total-body involvement of hair loss. The disease progression is due to autoimmune T cells.
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Review estimates acne risk with JAK inhibitor therapy
Acne has been reported to be an adverse effect of JAK inhibitors, but not much is known about how common acne is overall.
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Survey finds oral minoxidil shortage in Washington-area pharmacies
The drug’s popularity as a hair-loss treatment may be leading to decreased supplies.
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Review finds no CV or VTE risk signal with use of JAK inhibitors for skin indications
Of the 35 trials studied, most involved patients with atopic dermatitis.
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FDA proposes ban on hair straightener ingredients
The proposal specifies that formaldehyde would be banned, as well as other chemicals that release formaldehyde, such as methylene glycol.
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Topical botanical drug coacillium curbs childhood alopecia
Coacillium cutaneous solution is also under investigation as a treatment for persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia, atopic dermatitis, and...
Practical Pearls
Knead a Hand? Use of a Portable Massager to Reduce Patient Pain and Anxiety During Nail Surgery
Using a portable massager on the ipsilateral limb during nail injection can reduce pain and decrease patient anxiety.