Ongoing Research in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Implementing LGBTQ+ inclusive language in patient care and clinical trials for dermatology could improve data accuracy, relevance, and patient-clinician relationships.

Alopecia areata cases increased from 1990 to 2021, highlighting the need for further research into socioeconomic factors and disease burden.

Significant differences in gut microbiome composition were found among pediatric patients with hidradenitis suppurativa, suggesting further investigation surrounding gut microbiome dysregulation.

Patients with vitiligo experience impacts on quality of life, emerging therapies offer promising prospects for more targeted and effective treatments, though further research is needed to confirm their safety, efficacy, and optimal use.

Air pollution significantly contributes to and worsens various dermatologic conditions through oxidative stress, inflammation, and disruption of the skin barrier.

There are significant environmental impacts of dermatological practices that call for interdisciplinary collaboration and policy changes to promote sustainability and reduce carbon emissions within the field.