February 2023 in “Indian journal of private psychiatry/Indian Journal of Private Psychiatry” Valproic acid can rarely cause reversible nail discoloration.
January 2023 in “Open veterinary journal” A cat developed skin problems from a certain brand of injected water pills, which went away after switching brands.
There is no cure for myotonic dystrophy type 1, so treatment focuses on managing symptoms and complications.
A mange outbreak nearly wiped out vicuña and guanaco populations in San Guillermo National Park.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The gene Tfap2b is essential for creating a type of stem cell in zebrafish that can become different pigment cells.
March 2021 in “Clin-Alert” The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.
January 2020 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” UK law does not effectively ensure workplace equality for people with visible differences.
The interdisciplinary approach improved the quality of life for a Parkinson's patient and eased staff workload.
July 2017 in “Clin-Alert” Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Certain nutrients can improve skin health and treat skin problems safely.
November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document summarizes the latest trends and advancements in cosmetic dermatology.
November 2012 in “Econometric Theory” Herman Bierens had a successful career in econometrics, contributed to education, and plans to continue research after retirement.
The document explains how to measure sales and marketing success and warns about misusing these measurements.
May 2011 in “Value in Health” CP-690,550 significantly reduced itching in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
January 2008 in “Durham e-Theses (Durham University)” Hair follicle stem cells are similar to mesenchymal stem cells and can become neural-like cells under certain conditions.
CRPS I is complex, linked to immune and nerve issues, and needs comprehensive treatment.
October 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” The book is a detailed guide on hair diseases and diagnosis, useful for skin disease experts.
June 1937 in “Science news-letter/Science news letter” Vitamin B can prevent hair from turning gray in rats.
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February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Using a handheld massage device during hair transplant significantly reduces pain for most patients.
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February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A cheap stainless steel container from a retail store can store liquid nitrogen effectively for 8-12 hours, saving money for medical practitioners.
June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Madam C.J. Walker became the first self-made female millionaire in the USA by creating a successful hair care product for Black women.
February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A cheap stainless steel container from a retail store can store liquid nitrogen effectively for 8-12 hours, offering a cost-effective alternative to specialized medical containers.
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January 2017 in “AIMS biophysics” Photobiomodulation therapy using red and near-infrared light can reduce inflammation and aid in healing various conditions.
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June 2014 in “Toxicologie analytique et clinique/Annales de toxicologie analytique” Body hair can be used to test for alcohol intake, especially in men.
June 2025 in “World Journal of Medical Oncology” Bio-based materials like hydrogels show promise in treating skin cancer with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
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November 2020 in “Nature Communications” Collider bias can distort our understanding of COVID-19 risk and severity.
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December 2009 in “Cell stem cell” SKPs are similar to adult skin stem cells and could help in skin repair and hair growth.
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September 2008 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
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June 2005 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” Lecithin organogels could be good for applying drugs to the skin because they are stable, safe, and can improve drug absorption.
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January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.