Exosomes may be more effective than PRP for hair restoration.
April 2024 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” Hair traits vary widely and are not reliable indicators of ancestry.
March 2024 in “Journal of functional biomaterials” A kimchi-derived bacterium could help whiten teeth and prevent bad breath.
January 2022 in “Sustainable development goals series” The document concludes that significant investment in agricultural innovation is necessary to achieve global food security and nutrition.
June 2021 in “Journal of dermatology and dermatitis” Most dermatologists in Western Rajasthan prefer the anti-depressant Doxepin for elderly skin conditions and often refer patients to a psychiatrist.
September 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document concludes with the creation of a Hair Transplant Foundation after reviewing the early hair transplant techniques and discussions from a forum.
October 2025 in “Preprints.org” Adipose mesenchymal stem cells are best for skincare because they reduce inflammation and are safe and effective.
November 2024 in “Journal of Microscopy” Human hair varies in structure based on curl type, with high curl hair showing the most differences.
July 2016 in “Biometrics & Biostatistics International Journal” New guidelines using video aim to ensure honest reporting of hair loss treatments.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” It's important to understand the differences between FMF and PFM in children.
March 2009 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride improves urinary symptoms and quality of life in BPH patients, especially with larger prostate size.
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January 2024 in “European Journal of Therapeutics” YouTube is a more reliable source for rheumatoid arthritis exercise videos than TikTok.
November 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” A new computer tool quickly measures hair thickness differences in people with common types of hair loss.
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May 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” The Intruder is a tool used for safely preparing the area where a donor's tissue is taken.
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January 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The new automatic tool accurately measures hair thickness and is reliable.
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The U.S. FDA regulates cosmetics for appearance purposes, but not as strictly as some other countries.
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March 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss is linked to insulin resistance in women, regardless of hormone levels.
April 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Younger people (median age 35) experience more PFS-like symptoms with 1mg finasteride; more research needed.
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August 1985 in “Proceedings annual meeting Electron Microscopy Society of America” SEM/EDX can analyze hair elements but struggles with trace elements, limiting its forensic use.
October 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The Hair Cell Analysis Toolbox automates and improves the analysis of cochlear hair cells using machine learning.
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May 2012 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics” Trichoscan® is best for measuring hair growth, RCM for analyzing hair follicles, and OCT is useful for both.
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October 2001 in “Genes & Development” The mutated hairless gene causes hair loss by acting as a new type of corepressor affecting thyroid hormone receptors.
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June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.
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June 1999 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.
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July 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mice lacking a key DNA methylation enzyme in skin cells have a lower chance of activating stem cells necessary for hair growth, leading to progressive hair loss.
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September 2014 in “JAMA Dermatology”
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May 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The paper concludes that copying the natural direction and angle of hair in transplants is key for a natural look and doesn't harm hair survival.
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The surgical technique of scalp advancement and pretrichial brow lift shortens the forehead and lifts brows, is good for women and transgender women with high foreheads, but not recommended for men and has some risks.
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November 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Finasteride may cause side effects; more research needed.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis” Women with PCOS who have high male hormone levels often also have insulin resistance.