450 citations
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January 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “International journal of trichology” Eruptive vellus hair cysts are often missed in diagnoses.
May 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology” Male pattern hair loss may be linked to the developmental origins of hair follicles.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Hair follicles are key to treating vitiligo and alopecia areata, but challenges exist.
4 citations
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March 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” SPRY1 deficiency in skin cells causes stem cells to move to the skin surface, leading to increased pigmentation.
9 citations
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January 2014 in “World journal of clinical cases” Neomycin is a common cause of follicular contact dermatitis, which is treated by avoiding the allergen and using creams.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” AGA is a common hair loss affecting both genders, treated with various therapies to promote regrowth and slow thinning.
10 citations
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February 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
September 2025 in “Biomolecules” The skin microenvironment significantly affects hair growth and loss, offering potential treatment avenues.
39 citations
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August 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Stem cell therapy may help treat tough hair loss cases.
4 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Long-pulsed ruby laser effectively reduces hair in male-to-female transsexuals.
5 citations
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July 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online” Lichen planopilaris is the most common type of scarring hair loss observed, with a variety of symptoms and tissue changes.
April 2023 in “JOJ dermatology & cosmetics” The conclusion is that a team of skin doctors and psychiatrists is needed to better treat patients with mind-skin disorders.
1 citations
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July 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Stem cell technology may improve hair loss treatments by providing more effective and personalized options.
January 2011 in “Plastic Surgery” Hair grafts successfully restored a realistic beard and hid scars, satisfying the patient.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.
7 citations
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January 2013 in “BioMed research international” Hair follicles and deer antlers regenerate similarly through stem cells and are influenced by hormones and growth factors.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.
210 citations
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color production in mice is closely linked to the hair growth phase and may also influence hair growth itself.
32 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Iontophoresis improves minoxidil delivery for alopecia treatment.
30 citations
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May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
April 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes hair thinning due to increased androgen activity, treatable with minoxidil and finasteride.
June 2022 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A man with total hair loss developed blackhead-like spots on his scalp, possibly because no hair was present to help drain oils.
41 citations
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April 2019 in “PLOS genetics” CD34+ and CD34- melanocyte stem cells have different regenerative abilities.
3 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Advanced male pattern baldness affects the back of the scalp, reducing hair follicles.
3 citations
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” TSC2-/meth cells can cause skin lesions, hair growth, and lung issues, and may be treated with chromatin remodeling agents.
64 citations
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January 2004 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Folliculitis is an inflammation of hair follicles that requires proper diagnosis and treatment based on the specific cause.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” AI and new therapies show promise in medicine, especially for cancer and regenerative treatments.
October 1961 in “Archives of Dermatology” Reassurance is important for postpartum hair shedding as it likely won't cause complete baldness.