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research A randomized, blinded, three-arm, multicenter trial comparing the efficacy and safety of fluconazole given once daily for 3 or 6 weeks with griseofulvin given once daily for 6 weeks in pediatric patients with tinea capitis
The two lotions used day and night may be a good alternative to minoxidil for hair loss treatment with better cosmetic effects and tolerance.
research Improving translational research in sex-specific effects of comorbidities and risk factors in ischaemic heart disease and cardioprotection: position paper and recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart
The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.
research Reply to comment on: Pattern hair loss. Assessment of inflammation and fibrosis on histologic sections
The authors agree more research with proper control groups is needed to understand hair loss.
research Gelatin-chondroitin-6-sulfate-hyaluronic acid scaffold seeded with vascular endothelial growth factor 165 modified hair follicle stem cells as a three-dimensional skin substitute
Modified rat stem cells on a special scaffold improved blood vessel formation and wound healing in skin substitutes.
research The use of mesenchymal stromal cells in the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019
Mesenchymal stromal cells may help treat severe COVID-19, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Proinflammatory cytokines regulate epidermal stem cells in wound epithelialization
Certain immune system proteins are important for skin healing but can cause problems if there are too many of them.
research Adipose mesenchymal stem cells combined with platelet-rich plasma accelerate diabetic wound healing by modulating the Notch pathway
Using fat stem cells and blood cell-rich plasma together improves healing in diabetic wounds by affecting cell signaling.
research PI3K/Akt signaling pathway is essential for de novo hair follicle regeneration
PI3K/Akt pathway is crucial for hair growth and regeneration.
research Mucocutaneous manifestations in juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus: a review of literature
Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing and managing juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus and usually get better with treatment.
research Electrospun fibrous sponge via short fiber for mimicking 3D ECM
The 3D electrospun fibrous sponge is promising for tissue repair and healing diabetic wounds.
research Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19: an endocrinology perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research Characterization of X-Linked SNP genotypic variation in globally distributed human populations
The research concluded that selection significantly shaped the genetic variation of the X chromosome, with certain regions affected by past selective events.
research Dormancy in the stem cell niche
Some stem cells in the body rarely divide, which could help create better treatments for diseases and aging.
research Arctiin blocks hydrogen peroxide-induced senescence and cell death though microRNA expression changes in human dermal papilla cells
Arctiin helps protect hair cells from damage and death caused by oxidative stress.
research Epigenetic regulation in adult stem cells and cancers
Understanding how epigenetic regulation affects stem cells is key to cancer insights and new treatments.
research Metformin improved health-related quality of life in ethnic Chinese women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin helped improve the quality of life for Chinese women with PCOS, especially in physical health and symptoms like infertility, acne, and hair loss.
research COVID-19 clinical outcomes and nationality: results from a Nationwide registry in Kuwait
Non-Kuwaiti COVID-19 patients had worse health outcomes than Kuwaitis, likely due to poorer socioeconomic conditions.
research Association of Gly972Arg variant of insulin receptor subtrate-1 and Gly1057Asp variant of insulin receptor subtrate-2 with polycystic ovary syndrome in the Chinese population
The IRS-2 Asp/Asp genotype may increase the risk of PCOS in Chinese women, especially if they are not obese.
research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
research RSPO1-mutated keratinocytes from palmoplantar keratoderma display impaired differentiation, alteration of cell–cell adhesion, EMT-like phenotype and invasiveness properties: implications for squamous cell carcinoma susceptibility in patients with 46XX disorder of sexual development
RSPO1 mutations in certain patients lead to skin cells that don't develop properly and are more likely to become invasive, increasing the risk of skin cancer.
research Attitudes of dermatologists in the southeastern United States regarding treatment of alopecia areata: a cross-sectional survey study
Dermatologists' treatment of alopecia areata is inconsistent, especially for children and advanced stages.
research The PCOS Phenotypes in Unselected Populations (P-PUP) study: participant clinical features and data harmonization on analysis of individual participant data
PCOS affects 11% of women, highlighting the need for standardized diagnosis.
research Autophagy induces hair follicle stem cell activation and hair follicle regeneration by regulating glycolysis
Autophagy helps activate hair stem cells and hair growth by changing their energy use to glycolysis.
research Amperometric detection of minoxidil in hair lotion using a glassy carbon electrode modified with gold nanostructures
A new method accurately detects minoxidil in hair lotions, revealing discrepancies in labeled content.
research Pharmaceutical care in transplantation: current challenges and future opportunities
Pharmaceutical care in transplantation faces challenges but has promising future opportunities for better outcomes.
research Prevention of unfavourable effects of cigarette smoke on flap viability using botulinum toxin in random pattern flaps: An experimental study
Botulinum toxin may help reduce skin flap damage caused by cigarette smoke.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cells Antagonize IFN-Induced Proinflammatory Changes and Growth Inhibition Effects via Wnt/β-Catenin and JAK/STAT Pathway in Human Outer Root Sheath Cells and Hair Follicles
Mesenchymal stem cells may help treat hair loss by improving hair cell growth and reducing inflammation.
research The Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI ) used as the benchmark in validation of 101 quality‐of‐life instruments: A systematic review
The DLQI is a key tool for measuring quality of life in dermatology.
research Stem Cell Therapy for Burns: Story so Far
Stem cell therapy shows promise for better burn healing but needs more research and standardization.