May 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Wheat extract supplements reduce hair shedding and improve growth in women with hair loss.
March 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” Using animal names for skin conditions helps with learning and memory.
September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
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August 1991 in “The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association” Inflammation may play a role in causing androgenetic alopecia.
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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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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Diagnosing and managing children's hair shaft disorders is challenging but essential.
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July 2016 in “Genes” Genetic variants in PDE6H and LPAR6 cause vision impairment and hair loss in two Pakistani brothers.
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December 2004 in “Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine” The neck mass was a rare benign "wattle," surgically removed for diagnosis and appearance.
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September 2021 in “JAAD case reports” A man with a weakened immune system was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called trichodysplasia spinulosa using skin examination techniques.
December 2025 in “Experimental Dermatology” Improving blood vessel health and controlling uric acid may help manage alopecia areata.
August 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Periplaneta americana extract helps hair regrowth by reducing inflammation and improving skin bacteria balance.
July 2025 in “ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science” Maslinic acid from olive extracts promotes hair growth like minoxidil.
May 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” The ABCA4 gene protects hair follicle stem cells from toxic vitamin A byproducts.
July 2017 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” The convention highlighted knowledge sharing, networking, and the importance of active participation in dermatology.
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August 2024 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Epidermal stem cells are vital for skin healing and have potential for treating skin disorders.
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show promise for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth.
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February 2023 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Dermatologists should learn trichoscopy to better diagnose hair loss conditions.
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June 2025 in “Molecules” Mediterranean Erica plants may help with inflammation, infections, and weight loss due to their bioactive compounds.
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November 2021 in “Applied Microscopy” Hair microscopy is a simple and cost-effective method to help diagnose systemic diseases in children.
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May 2025 in “Preprints.org” Mediterranean Erica species have compounds that support their traditional use for health benefits like reducing inflammation and fighting infections.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps tell apart other hair loss conditions from common hair loss.
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September 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder causing hair loss, linked to specific hair follicle antigens and genetic factors.
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March 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a severe form of brittle hair and skin issues.
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicle stem cells rely on nearby blood vessels for their maintenance and function.
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February 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A mutation in the KRT25 gene causes a rare hair disorder with thin, woolly hair.
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April 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” MSC-derived exosomes may help in skin repair and regeneration.
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October 2001 in “Experimental Dermatology” The nude gene is important for skin and hair development.
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November 2016 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Vitamin D receptor is important for regulating hair growth and wound healing in mice.
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December 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair graying is caused by damage and cell depletion but might be temporarily reversible with drugs and hormones.
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” The report found a new type of hair loss in African-American women that affects more areas of the scalp than previously thought.