Publications by authors named "D R Queen"
Dermatol Surg
October 2024
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- Exosomes show potential for treating hair and skin diseases by promoting hair growth through various cellular mechanisms, but research on their safety in humans is limited.
- A review of 48 studies highlighted that while side effects were rare for exosome treatments in alopecia, there have been serious adverse events reported in other dermatological applications.
- The conclusion stresses the need for more thorough clinical trials and consistent manufacturing standards to establish the efficacy and safety of exosome treatments.
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Pediatr Dermatol
September 2024
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- Regular use of OTC sunscreen is crucial for preventing skin cancer, but it is rarely covered by Medicaid plans across the U.S.
- A review of 111 Medicaid preferred drug lists revealed that only five states cover sunscreen, putting a financial burden on low-income individuals and families.
- The text analyzes the current Medicaid policies on sunscreen coverage and estimates the costs related to this essential skin cancer prevention method.
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Skin Health Dis
June 2024
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- Researchers investigated cases of lymphoproliferative disorders (LPDs) and cutaneous lymphomas that appeared after COVID-19 vaccination, examining the link between specific vaccines and these reactions.
- They found 50 biopsy-proven cases primarily from the U.S., Italy, and Greece, with the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine associated with 72% of these instances.
- Most patients experienced favorable outcomes, with a common form being lymphomatoid papulosis, and treatment options varied from observational care to medication like steroids and methotrexate.
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