December 2013 in “Research Portal (King's College London)” Hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris is caused by immune system issues damaging hair follicles and stem cells.
January 2000 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” The document highlights various patents for new compounds with potential treatments for multiple diseases, including cancer, hormonal disorders, and diabetes.
July 1980 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conference concluded that understanding hair and nail disorders is important, iron deficiency may be linked to hair loss, and while some treatments for skin conditions are effective, they may have risks and high costs.
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January 2011 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” Dermoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing and managing alopecia areata.
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June 2018 in “Internal Medicine” Recombinant thrombomodulin can effectively treat severe complications in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome.
April 2021 in “Indian pediatrics case reports” A child's hair loss after Kawasaki disease may help understand the disease's autoimmune causes.
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August 2007 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where T cells attack hair follicles.
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October 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The guideline provides recommendations for managing alopecia areata effectively.
November 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The guideline recommends personalized treatment for alopecia areata, including new oral medications and psychological support.
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Most injecting drug users in the study had hepatitis C and skin problems, which moderately affected their quality of life.
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July 2020 in “American journal of human genetics” Changes in the SREBF1 gene cause a rare genetic skin and hair disorder.
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April 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
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August 2024 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Keratins 6, 16, and 17 increase in damaged or diseased skin and may help diagnose skin issues.
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February 2021 in “Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine” Wharton's jelly-derived stem cells were safely used to treat four alopecia patients, resulting in hair regrowth in all of them.
April 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Recognizing specific skin features helps diagnose and manage lupus erythematosus effectively.
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September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The conclusion is that early diagnosis of skin signs linked to diseases like Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis is crucial to prevent serious complications.
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July 2022 in “Orphanet journal of rare diseases” RSPO1 mutations in certain patients lead to skin cells that don't develop properly and are more likely to become invasive, increasing the risk of skin cancer.
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June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Yellow dots and short vellus hairs are the most common signs of Alopecia Areata (AA), and trichoscopy can help diagnose AA and track treatment progress.
November 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Baricitinib significantly improved hair regrowth and quality of life in severe alopecia areata patients.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Genetic changes in specific proteins contribute to hair loss in some women of African descent.
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May 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” In 2024, the FDA approved 27 innovative small-molecule drugs, with many offering significant treatment improvements.
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February 2025 in “Medicina” No significant genetic link to alopecia areata was found in the Jordanian group.
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March 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Keratin protein production in cells is controlled by a complex system that changes with cell type, health, and conditions like injury or cancer.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific characteristics and treatments, and highlights the importance of vitamin D in managing these dermatological issues.
298 citations
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June 2019 in “Marine Drugs” Chitosan is a sustainable, versatile ingredient in cosmetics, enhancing skin hydration and anti-aging while promoting eco-friendly practices.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Eyebrow follicles are best for accurate genetic testing after stem cell transplants.
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June 2000 in “The American journal of pathology” The absence of functional sebaceous glands causes hair follicle destruction and scarring alopecia.
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September 2012 in “Our Dermatology Online” Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
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August 2014 in “Jo'jig gonghag gwa jaesaeng uihag/Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine” Human hair keratin can be used in many medical applications.
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November 2020 in “Annals of Oncology” Early intervention and tailored management can reduce skin side effects from cancer treatments.