Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, may be passed through T cells and has genetic links, while treatments vary in effectiveness. Male pattern baldness can be treated with finasteride and is influenced by androgens in hair follicles.
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February 2014 in “eLife” Lanceolate complexes in mouse hair follicles are essential for touch and depend on specific cells for maintenance and regeneration.
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June 2002 in “Molecular Biology of the Cell” Type II keratins are uniquely phosphorylated during stress and mitosis, affecting their structure and function.
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June 2020 in “Genes” Lykoi cats' unique sparse hair is linked to specific genetic variants in the Hairless gene.
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July 2022 in “Biomedicines” UGRSKIN absorbs UV like native skin after 21-28 days, making it potentially suitable for clinical use.
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April 2019 in “Nutrients” Biotin is important for keeping zinc levels balanced in the skin and its lack can cause hair loss.
April 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” People with Collagen VI-related myopathies may often have hair loss and scalp issues.
December 2025 in “Pharmaceutics” EV-based drug delivery shows promise but faces challenges in standardization and scalability.
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March 1990 in “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology” Minoxidil affects rat fluid dynamics, altering pressure and circulation, improving blood flow and hair growth.
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December 1998 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” MENT could be a better option than testosterone for male hormone therapy and birth control because it works well at lower doses and has fewer side effects on the prostate.
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April 2019 in “ACS nano” A new microneedle patch made from hair proteins helps regrow hair faster and better than current treatments.
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September 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Human skin cells contain Protease Nexin-1, and male hormones can decrease its levels, potentially affecting hair growth.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Dermatology” Cantu syndrome, which causes excessive hair growth and skin issues, is due to a mutation in the ABCC9 gene, and understanding this could help develop new treatments for hair diseases.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Carvacrol activates the TRPV3 channel, which may help design new skin treatments.
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Peperomia pellucida shows promise for developing new therapeutic drugs.
October 2022 in “Endocrine journal” Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone treatments can help with penile growth in males with 5α-reductase type 2 deficiency, with dihydrotestosterone being more effective in infancy.
February 2019 in “Obstetrics and gynaecology cases - reviews” Women with excessive hair growth tend to have shorter index and ring fingers compared to others.
August 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Vorasidenib can cause unusual hair growth.
February 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Microneedle-delivered polyglutamate effectively and safely improves hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical and bio-medical science (Print)” Angelica Sinensis and Chinese Arborvitae have various medicinal benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects.
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August 2023 in “Molecules” A compound from Sansevieria trifasciata shows strong antibacterial effects against E. coli and S. aureus.
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December 1971 in “Calcified Tissue Research” Hair follicles in injured skin can quickly accumulate minerals, especially calcium and phosphorus.
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June 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil works better when applied on a damp scalp than a dry one.
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November 2011 in “Forest Ecology and Management” Understanding the fruiting patterns of Ficus trees can improve forest restoration by ensuring pollinators survive and biodiversity is supported.
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July 2009 in “BJU international” Blocking DHT production more strongly may help control advanced prostate cancer and improve quality of life.
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January 2018 in “Acta Dermatovenerologica Alpina Pannonica et Adriatica” Congenital atrichia with papular lesions causes permanent hair loss in children.
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November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair shaft disorders often indicate genetic or systemic issues and are managed by minimizing damage.