November 2008 in “Medical & surgical dermatology” A device was made in 2008 to measure hair loss severity. Other findings include: frizzy mutation in mice isn't related to Fgfr2, C/EBPx marks preadipocytes, Cyclosporin A speeds up hair growth in mice, blocking plasmin and metalloproteinases hinders healing, hyperbaric oxygen helps ischemic wound healing, amniotic membranes heal wounds better than polyurethane foam, rhVEGF165 from a fibrin matrix improves tissue flap viability and induces VEGF-R2 expression, and bFGF enhances wound healing and reduces scarring in rabbits.
February 2008 in “Medical & surgical dermatology” Some treatments like topical oxygen and stem cells show promise for wound healing and hair growth, but evidence for modern dressings over traditional ones is limited.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of clinical and investigative dermatology” Some drugs used to treat immune conditions may cause different types of hair loss.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fractional photothermolysis helps wounds heal with minimal scarring.
November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” An 86-year-old man had a rare tongue melanoma but refused treatment, showing the need for early cancer detection and treatment.
July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Maintaining anticoagulation is crucial for patients with antiphospholipid syndrome.
30 citations
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January 2013 in “Obesity Surgery” Bariatric surgery affects skin health, causing both direct complications and changes in existing skin conditions, often related to nutritional deficiencies.
19 citations
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August 2007 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Newer skin resurfacing lasers reduce damage and scarring, with some approved for safe use and minimal side effects.
3 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications” Many Iraqi patients had skin problems at the site where a vein was taken for heart surgery.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Apremilast shows promise for several skin conditions but needs more research.
55 citations
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November 2004 in “Expert opinion on drug safety” Chemotherapy often causes hair loss, nail changes, and mouth issues, but these are usually manageable.
15 citations
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November 2002 in “Cardiology in Review” Cardiovascular drugs can cause various skin problems, so recognizing these reactions is important.
79 citations
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October 2003 in “PubMed” Overexpression of PKCepsilon leads to increased TNFalpha, promoting metastatic squamous cell carcinoma in mice.
65 citations
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June 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Certain immune system proteins are important for skin healing but can cause problems if there are too many of them.
60 citations
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September 2013 in “Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapies in IBD patients can increase the risk of skin cancer and cause various skin issues.
53 citations
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July 2009 in “Cancer Research” Blocking certain proteins can reduce skin inflammation caused by cancer treatment.
34 citations
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October 2004 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Nasolabial skin-fat grafts are good for nasal reconstruction with minimal scarring and no need for bolsters, but smoking may affect graft survival.
24 citations
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April 2013 in “PLOS ONE” TNFα, IFNγ, and Substance P significantly affect prolactin levels in human skin, suggesting new treatments for skin and hair conditions.
22 citations
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April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
13 citations
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February 1980 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Rubbing seborrheic keratoses causes specific skin changes and may link them to hair follicles.
9 citations
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March 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Ectodysplasin signaling is crucial for skin appendage development, requiring specific doses and durations.
5 citations
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May 2024 in “Developmental Cell” Lower GATA3 levels in mice help hair regrow by changing certain immune cells.
5 citations
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January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Flap surgery is effective for treating male baldness, offering immediate results with dense hair growth.
5 citations
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December 1978 in “PubMed” Malabsorption can cause skin issues like pigmentation changes and hair loss, which improve with treatment.
3 citations
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June 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Prolactin affects skin health and may lead to new treatments for skin and hair issues.
3 citations
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October 2021 in “PLoS ONE” Piperonylic acid speeds up wound healing by reducing inflammation and boosting collagen.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “Cutis” Panniculitis in dermatomyositis is rare, more common in women, and may persist despite treatment.
3 citations
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July 1996 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cytokines are important for immune responses and treating diseases, but they can cause side effects like fever and skin issues.
2 citations
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January 2013 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Hair transplants can be a treatment for scarring hair loss if there's good blood flow and no active disease.
2 citations
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October 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Using cheek skin and cartilage grafts for nose reconstruction after skin cancer surgery can maintain shape and function but may require multiple surgeries and hair removal in men.