Local flaps are effective for covering small to large scalp and forehead defects with good cosmetic results.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
January 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” DEEPLY ROOTED® supplement seems to effectively improve hair growth and quality in women with no side effects.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Understanding hair health and disorders is important for effective treatment.
February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” March 2007 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery” A new method was developed to create better skin models for healing and reconstruction.
June 2021 in “Cosmoderma” Hair transplantation techniques have improved, making the process safer and more effective with less visible scarring.
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October 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the ST14 gene cause skin and hair issues by disrupting important protein processing.
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March 2023 in “Biomolecules” Dupilumab effectively treats various inflammatory skin diseases beyond its initial use for atopic dermatitis.
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February 2012 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” A specific ATR gene mutation is linked to a hereditary oropharyngeal cancer syndrome.
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
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August 2022 in “Diagnostics” Hirsutism can occur in women with PCOS even if their androgen levels are normal, making diagnosis challenging.
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April 2019 in “International Immunology” The study concluded that immune cells attacking hair follicles cause hair loss in alopecia, with genetics and environment also playing a role, and highlighted the potential of certain treatments.
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
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September 2015 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” Revertant cell therapy could be a future treatment for Ichthyosis with confetti.
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April 2024 in “Life” Bee venom, fig, and geranium oil can effectively treat skin conditions and are safer alternatives to some conventional drugs.
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November 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Diagnosing diffuse alopecia, a hair loss condition, can be challenging and may require a scalp biopsy or tracking the disease's progression when symptoms and skin tests aren't enough.
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June 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” SOCS1 and SOCS3 help control skin inflammation and are important for developing treatments for skin diseases.
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June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
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March 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” LactoSporin cream reduces wrinkles and improves skin texture safely.
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July 2024 in “Cancers” Preventing and managing skin issues from cancer treatment is crucial, especially in high UV areas like Australia and New Zealand.
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November 2024 in “Diagnostics” High androgen levels cause skin issues in PCOS, affecting quality of life.
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August 2024 in “ACS Omega” Nanocosmetics with natural extracts offer benefits but need more research on safety and environmental impact.
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March 2015 in “PubMed” Scalp micropigmentation, a cosmetic tattoo technique, is a promising non-surgical treatment for hair and scalp deformities, despite potential complications.
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June 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Nanofat shows promise for facial rejuvenation and treating skin issues but needs more research for long-term safety.
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January 2016 in “Case Reports in Psychiatry” Trichotillomania in dementia may be better treated with dopamine blockers like quetiapine than with SSRIs.
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January 2020 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Take care of your hair as much as your face for a youthful look.
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July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
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November 2022 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” Zebularine improved skin structure but delayed wound healing in diabetic mice.