research Skin shedding and tissue regeneration in African spiny mice (Acomys)
African spiny mice can regenerate skin, hair, and cartilage, but not muscle, and their unique abilities could be useful for regenerative medicine.
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870-900 / 1000+ results research Ceramide binding to African–American hair fibre correlates with resistance to hair breakage
Ceramide helps protect African–American hair from breakage.
research Hair care practices and structural evaluation of scalp and hair shaft parameters in African American and Caucasian women
African American women report more hair issues and use different hair care practices than Caucasian women, and have different hair and scalp characteristics.
research Androgen Receptor Mutations and Polymorphisms in African American Prostate Cancer
African American men with prostate cancer have more androgen receptor mutations, which may lead to more aggressive cancer compared to Caucasian American men.
research African hair morphology: macrostructure to ultrastructure
African hair is more fragile due to its unique shape and internal structure.
research Association of type 2 diabetes with central-scalp hair loss in a large cohort study of African American women
Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of severe hair loss in African American women.
research African Trypanosoma infection in a dog in France
A dog in France died from an African parasite infection after traveling from Senegal.
research COVID-19 in Africa: an ovarian victory?
Africa's low COVID-19 rates may be linked to early measures and possibly higher estrogen levels in women.
research Wound healing with plants: the African perspective
African plants are effective for wound healing.
research Managing the hair and skin of African American pediatric patients
The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
research African baobab (Adansonia digitata) fruit as promising source of procyanidins
African baobab fruit is a good source of antioxidants and micronutrients, but too much can cause laxative effects.
research Influence of Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana extracts on the urinary concentrations of endogenous anabolic steroids: Relevance to doping analysis
Taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana can change the levels of certain steroids in urine, which could cause confusion in doping tests.
research What is the best treatment for androgenetic alopecia? Does the use of saw palmetto and African plum extracts help reduce hair loss? At what stage should medication be used, and when is a hair transplant recommended?
Minoxidil and finasteride work best for hair loss; hair transplants are for severe cases.
research What is the best treatment for androgenetic alopecia? Does the use of saw palmetto and African plum extracts help reduce hair loss? At what stage should medication be used, and when is a hair transplant recommended?
Minoxidil and finasteride work best for hair loss; hair transplants are for advanced cases.
research GC-MS Fatty Acid Profile and In silico Studies of Telfairia occidentalis Hook f. (Fluted Pumpkin) and Sphenostylis stenocarpa (African Yam bean) Seeds Oil on Human 5 Alpha Reductase II
Compounds in fluted pumpkin and African yam bean seed oils may help manage benign prostate hyperplasia.
research African Journal of Biomedical Research
Personalized homeopathic treatment can effectively promote hair regrowth in autoimmune hair loss.
research African Journal of Biomedical Research
Breast cancer patients often worry, lose weight, and cope by praying, meditating, or seeking support.
research African Journal of Biomedical Research
Olive leaves extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
research African Journal of Biomedical Research
Drug repurposing finds new uses for existing drugs, saving time and money.
research Support for dermatological research in Sub‐Saharan Africa: insights from African hair and skin research programs
The document concludes that more local research on African skin and hair is needed despite increased scientific output from Sub-Saharan Africa.
research Mini Review on Some African Plants with Anti-Cancer Properties
African plants may help treat cancer by boosting immunity and protecting cells.
research 1469 Tissue mechanics partake in spatiotemporal patterning of wound-induced hair neogenesis in African spiny mouse
African spiny mice can regenerate skin and hair after wounds due to specific tissue mechanics.
research African Hair
research The Epidermiology of Hairstyle related african hair disdorders, in and Urban Township in South Africa
Certain hairstyles in an urban South African township are linked to specific scalp disorders.
research The need for African dermatology guidelines—Steps towards equitable care
Africa needs its own dermatology guidelines to address unique skin challenges and improve care.
research Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine in Africa
Traditional African medicinal plants should be scientifically tested and integrated into modern healthcare.
research Central hair loss in African American women: Incidence and potential risk factors
Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
research Alopecia After Switch to Tenofovir Alafenamide in 6 African American Women
Six African American women experienced hair loss after switching to a new HIV medication.
research Pharmacological Effects of the Lipidosterolic Extract from Kigelia africana Fruits in Experimental Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Induced by Testosterone in Sprague Dawley Rats
Kigelia africana fruit extract can prevent and reverse prostate enlargement in rats.
research Genetics underlying phenotypic diversity in South African sheep breeds
South African sheep breeds have diverse genes affecting traits like coat color, horn development, and wool quality.