17 citations
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May 1998 in “Steroids” Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.
16 citations
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December 2001 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Alopecia areata has a complex genetic basis that was not fully understood as of 2001.
14 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Activated platelet-rich plasma helps hair growth by boosting growth factors and cell growth pathways in hair cells.
13 citations
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July 2012 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” A mutation in the Adam10 gene causes freckle-like spots on Hairless mice.
12 citations
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May 2003 in “Journal of dermatological science” Hsc70 protein may influence hair growth by responding to androgens.
11 citations
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May 2021 in “Dermatologic clinics” PRP and cell therapies may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
11 citations
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July 2016 in “Endocrinology” Higher Lnk protein levels in ovaries may lead to insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
10 citations
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August 2019 in “The World Journal of Men's Health” Kimchi probiotics slightly improved hair density, but more research needed.
9 citations
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February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
8 citations
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Researchers created immortal human skin cells with constant testosterone receptor activity to study hair loss and test treatments.
8 citations
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July 2011 in “Animal science journal” Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
7 citations
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May 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” A new genetic area linked to a rare hair loss condition was found on chromosome 13 in a Chinese family.
6 citations
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May 2020 in “Scientific reports” Researchers identified genes and proteins that may influence wool thickness in sheep.
6 citations
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January 2020 in “Czech Journal of Animal Science” The FAT1 gene and its variations can help improve wool quality in Chinese Merino sheep through selective breeding.
6 citations
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July 2009 in “Veterinary dermatology” Vesiculobullous lesions should be considered part of canine cutaneous epitheliotropic T-cell lymphoma.
5 citations
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August 2015 in “Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry” Obese mice with a leptin gene mutation have a longer resting phase in their hair cycle, which may help understand certain hair loss conditions.
5 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of veterinary medical science” RNA can be extracted from horsehair roots for analysis.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology” Fat tissue transplant may be an effective new treatment for severe, treatment-resistant hair loss from folliculitis decalvans.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hormones are crucial for regulating body functions and imbalances can lead to health issues.
3 citations
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July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PHAT may improve hair growth better than PRP alone.
3 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology” Stromal Vascular Fraction treatment increases hair density and thickness, making it a safe and effective treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Jikken doubutsu ihou/Jikken doubutsu/Experimental animals/Jikken Dobutsu” Pigs without the Hairless gene showed skin and thymus changes, useful for studying human hair disorders.
3 citations
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December 2008 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Hair transplantation has evolved to refined techniques like FUE and FUT, with Finasteride and Minoxidil as the only other proven treatments for hair loss.
2 citations
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May 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” KGF-1 135 is a stable and effective alternative for treating oral mucositis.
2 citations
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August 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Lindera strychnifolia root extract may help balance scalp bacteria and potentially reduce hair loss.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “Cell Death and Disease” Understanding how mesenchymal stem cells stay undifferentiated can improve their use in treating diseases.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Morphology” Human stem cells have diverse sources and potential uses in medicine.
1 citations
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April 2019 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma shows potential for hair growth, but more research is needed to determine the best preparation method.
A genetic mutation in the CDH3 gene causes hair loss and vision problems in a young Saudi girl.