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August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology” The horse had a rare type of hair loss caused by immune cells attacking hair follicles.
April 2018 in “Veterinary Pathology” Tigers had a skin condition causing hair loss and inflammation, but the cause is unknown and treatment didn't work.
January 2024 in “Veterinary Dermatology” A rare skin condition was found in a Labrador retriever outside North America.
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April 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” A new skin disease in four Labrador retrievers responded well to immunosuppressive treatment.
June 2026 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” This document explores the complex T-cell-mediated mechanisms underlying various forms of alopecia, focusing on the roles of regulatory T cells (Tregs) and their integration into the JAK/STAT pathway. It identifies four main T-cell patterns associated with different types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris, and introduces a previously unrecognized spectrum of non-destructive lymphocytic folliculitis. The study highlights the pivotal role of CD8+ and Treg memory cells in hair loss patterns and examines the relationship between stem cell niches and hair follicle regeneration. The findings contribute to a conceptual framework for understanding T-cell alopecias, emphasizing the pleiotropic functions of Tregs beyond immunology, including their impact on stem cell pathways and follicular cycles.