research 080 Mouse models of alopecia areata: C3H/HeJ mice versus the humanized AA mouse model April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The humanized AA mouse model is better for testing new alopecia areata treatments.
research Radiation-induced alopecia 17 citations , January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” A man experienced hair loss from radiotherapy, which can be temporary or permanent depending on radiation dose, with potential treatments available.
research A folliculocentric perspective of dandruff pathogenesis: Could a troublesome condition be caused by changes to a natural secretory mechanism? 3 citations , September 2021 in “BioEssays” Dandruff might be caused by changes in how hair follicles naturally release oils and an immune response to this imbalance.
research 671 The adenosine-generating ecto-enzyme, CD73, functions as an intrafollicular regulator of human hair growth April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CD73 may regulate hair growth and could be targeted for hair growth treatments.
research Alopecia areata: Animal models illuminate autoimmune pathogenesis and novel immunotherapeutic strategies 82 citations , March 2016 in “Autoimmunity reviews” Animal models have helped understand hair loss from alopecia areata and find new treatments.
learn Baricitinib JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases