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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” IL-9 increases skin cell movement but decreases their ability to invade, and this effect is controlled by cell contractility, not by MMPs.
January 2017 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology” A 9-month-old baby had a rare, persistent ring-shaped hair loss condition.
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January 2012 in “Zhongguo nongye Kexue” The technology can create transgenic cashmere goats with improved wool quality.
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July 2025 in “Cosmoderma” The plant-based supplement improved hair, skin, and nail health and boosted well-being without side effects.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor that produced testosterone caused a blood clot in the lungs and increased red blood cells in a woman.
January 2019 in “Chulalongkorn Medical Journal” Using a special laser and platelet-rich plasma together is safe and improves hair growth in men with hair loss.
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December 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Sh-Polypeptide 9 may be better than minoxidil for hair growth and protection against damage.
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June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The triple-wavelength diode laser effectively and safely reduces hair and improves skin appearance in people with darker skin.
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March 2021 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Girls with Pilonidal Disease are more likely to have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and treating PCOS may reduce the need for PD intervention.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cold atmospheric plasma may speed up wound healing and control infections.
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December 2011 in “Arzneimittelforschung” CB-03-04 shows promise as a treatment for prostate issues due to its strong anti-androgen effects.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Farudodstat may effectively treat alopecia areata without harming hair follicles.