research Melanocortins in fibroblast biology – current update and future perspective for dermatology
α-MSH may help treat skin inflammation and fibrosis.
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210-240 / 1000+ resultsresearch DHEA and frontal fibrosing alopecia: molecular and physiopathological mechanisms
DHEA reduction may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
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Doctors recommend postoperative radiation for male breast cancer, advise against testosterone for vasomotor symptoms post-adrenalectomy, suggest non-hormonal treatments for atrophic vaginitis after mastectomy, note no specific treatment for anticoagulant-induced hair loss, and call for more research on silicosis from silicon carbide exposure.
research Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of TGF-β Inhibitors for Liver Fibrosis: Targeting Multiple Signaling Pathways
TGF-β inhibitors may help treat liver fibrosis by targeting various pathways.
research CD4+CD25+FoxP3+ Regulatory Tregs inhibit fibrocyte recruitment and fibrosis via suppression of FGF-9 production in the TGF-β1 exposed murine lung
Special immune cells called Tregs can help prevent lung scarring by blocking a specific growth factor.
research 588 Skin fibroblast heterogeneity and plasticity are determined by the local niche
Mouse skin fibroblasts vary in function and adaptability based on their environment.
research 975 Antifibrogenic activities of novel vitamin D3 analogs are dependent on VDR expression in human fibroblasts
New vitamin D3 forms need the vitamin D receptor to reduce fibrosis in human cells.
research TGF-α Is Widely Expressed in Differentiated as well as Hyperproliferative Skin Epithelium
research 1424 Mapping the establishment of fibroblast heterogeneity during skin development and wound repair
Skin heals with scars because only one type of fibroblast is used, not a mix.
research GH-IGF-I axis in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism
The GH-IGF-I axis is likely involved in the hormonal imbalances seen in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism.
research THE FIBROBLAST AS A MODEL FOR ANDROGEN RESISTANT STATES
Fibroblasts help understand androgen resistance at the cellular level.
research 270 A novel small compound HPH-15 antagonizes TGF-β/Smad signaling and ameliorates experimental skin fibrosis
HPH-15, a new compound, effectively reduces skin fibrosis in experiments without causing harm.
research AB0163 ANTI-KU ANTIBODIES: MUCH MORE THAN SCLEROMYOSITIS
Patients with Systemic Sclerosis have much higher levels of GDF-15, which could help predict organ involvement and guide treatment.
research Insulin resistance, nitric oxide, and fibrinogen levels in white hirsute women: Defining a new paradigm based on translational research
White hirsute women with PCOS have higher insulin resistance, but similar nitric oxide and fibrinogen levels compared to those with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Structure-guided PEGylated fibroblast growth factor 2 variants accelerate wound healing with improved stability
Compound 6 is a promising candidate for better wound healing.
research Fibromodulin-Deficiency Alters Temporospatial Expression Patterns of Transforming Growth Factor-β Ligands and Receptors during Adult Mouse Skin Wound Healing
Mice lacking fibromodulin have disrupted healing patterns, leading to abnormal skin repair and scarring.
research Transcriptome analysis of frontal fibrosis alopecia revealed involvement of immune cells and ferroptosis
The research suggests that immune cells and a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis are involved in Frontal fibrosis alopecia.
research Skin fibroblast functional heterogeneity in health and disease
Different types of skin fibroblasts have unique roles in skin health and disease.
research Possible involvement of 5α-reduced neurosteroids in adrenergic and serotonergic stimulation of GFAP gene expression in rat C6 glioma cells
5α-reduced neurosteroids may help regulate glial cell differentiation.
research 1493 Dynamic changes in fibroblast subpopulations drives development of radiation-induced skin fibrosis through the fra/c-jun pathway
Radiation treatment causes skin fibrosis by increasing certain fibroblast subpopulations, but using a c-Jun inhibitor or fat grafting can reduce this effect.
research Fibroblasts in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Understanding fibroblast issues in diabetic foot ulcers is key to creating better treatments.
research 973 Dipeptidyl-peptidase 4 (DPP4)-positive fibroblasts are responsible for secretion of pro-fibrotic matrix proteins in the human skin
DPP4-positive fibroblasts play a major role in producing proteins that lead to skin fibrosis.
research Enter the Matrix: Fibroblast-immune cell interactions shape extracellular matrix deposition in health and disease.
Fibroblast and immune cell interactions affect tissue repair and fibrosis.
research Novel Systematics of Nomenclature and Classification of Female Functional Androgenization (Including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia)
A new system helps better diagnose and treat female androgenization conditions like PCOS.
research 1454 Identification of Fetuin A as a potential modulator of scar formation
Fetuin A may increase collagen production and promote scarring.
research TGFβ signaling regulates lipogenesis in human sebaceous glands cells
TGFβ signaling prevents sebaceous gland cells from producing fats.
research FGF Family: From Drug Development to Clinical Application
FGF signaling is a promising target for developing treatments for wounds, metabolic diseases, and cancer.
research Protein profiling of forehead epidermal corneocytes distinguishes frontal fibrosing from androgenetic alopecia
Protein profiling of forehead skin can help distinguish between frontal fibrosing alopecia and androgenetic alopecia.
research Peroxisome Proliferator Activated Receptors Gamma Serum levels and Gene Polymorphism in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Case Control Study
Lower PPARγ levels and specific gene variations are linked to more severe Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Fibroblast growth factors: key players in regeneration and tissue repair
Fibroblast Growth Factors (FGFs) are important for tissue repair and regeneration, influencing cell behavior and other factors involved in healing, and are crucial in processes like wound healing, bone repair, and hair growth.