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Black patients have unique skin conditions that require specific knowledge for proper treatment.
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930-960 / 1000+ resultsresearch Skin Structure and Function, Wound Healing and Scarring
The document concludes that wound healing leads to skin repair or scar formation.
research Surgical planing of the skin; dichlorotetrafluoro-ethane as a freezing agent.
Surgical skin planing is safe and effective for treating acne scars using a freezing agent that avoids safety risks.
research Pathophysiology of the burn scar
Burn scars form abnormally due to changes in wound healing, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Krox20 expression in abnormal scars: An immunohistochemical study
Krox20 overexpression in fibroblasts may play a role in abnormal scar formation and could be a target for new treatments.
research Photoepilation: a potential threat to wound healing in a mouse
Photoepilation may disrupt normal wound healing and increase the risk of scars.
research Clinical Snippets
Glycerol may improve wound healing and prevent keloids, a device can measure itch intensity, male pattern baldness is highly heritable, and fumaric acid esters may work for psoriasis by causing cell death in T cells.
research Book Reviews
The document covers books on cosmetic surgery and skin care, discussing legal and ethical issues, wound healing, the overlap of cosmetics and drugs, and detailed plastic surgery techniques.
research Extracellular vesicles derived from embryonic day 13 fetal mouse dermal fibroblasts exhibit potential antifibrotic activity
The study explores the antifibrotic potential of extracellular vesicles (EVs) from embryonic day 13 (E13) fetal mouse dermal fibroblasts. These EVs were effective in suppressing fibrotic activation in both E17 fascia fibroblasts and human keloid-derived fibroblasts, which are linked to scarring and fibrosis. In contrast, EVs from E17 and adult fibroblasts increased fibrotic responses. The findings suggest that E13 dermal fibroblasts have intrinsic antifibrotic properties transferable via EVs, offering potential therapeutic strategies for human scars and fibrotic skin diseases. The study also notes the importance of determining the optimal EV dosage, as higher doses may not achieve the desired antifibrotic effects. Despite challenges in large-scale collection and potential risks in human therapy, E13-derived EVs show promise for future antifibrotic treatments, emphasizing the need to identify specific antifibrotic factors within these EVs.
research Management of definitive alopecia in African Americans
Effective management of alopecia in African Americans involves prevention, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory treatments.
research Pseudofolliculitis barbae induced by oral minoxidil
Oral minoxidil can cause painful skin bumps and scarring in some people.
research JCD Editorial September 2021
The editorial stresses the importance of COVID-19 vaccination and ongoing contributions to the journal.
research Histologic Changes in the Skin of Hairless Mice Following Peeling With Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid can safely exfoliate and regenerate skin without causing inflammation.
research Suppression of fibroblast proliferation and lysyl hydroxylase activity by minoxidil.
Minoxidil slows fibroblast growth and collagen production, potentially treating keloids, hypertrophic scars, and connective tissue disorders.
research Effects of Minoxidil on Cultured Human Skin Fibroblasts
Minoxidil slows down skin cell growth and may help treat scars and skin conditions.
research [Methotrexate to treat SAPHO syndrome with keloidal scars].
Methotrexate effectively managed SAPHO syndrome symptoms when other treatments failed.
research Skin Manifestations in Individuals of African or Asian Descent
People of African or Asian descent have unique skin issues that need special care.
research Body-Hair Transplant for Cicatricial Alopecia
Body-hair transplant successfully improved scarred areas and frontal hair density without visible chest scarring.
research Contraindications of Using Fractional CO<sub>2</sub> Laser in the Treatment of Aesthetic Disorders: A Narrative Review
Careful patient selection is crucial for safe and effective fractional CO2 laser therapy.
research The Surgical Management of Extensive Cases of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
Excision with primary closure is an excellent treatment for extensive acne keloidalis nuchae.
research Pengaruh Perbedaan Metode Pembuatan Ekstrak Alergenik Dari Debu Rumah Yang Mengandung Tungau Terhadap Potensinya Yang Dibuat Dengan Metode Diephuis Dan Metode Voorhorst
Further trials are needed to explore the efficacy of triamcinolone acetonide in dermatology.
research Green tea in dermatology.
Green tea may help with various skin conditions and protect the skin when taken orally or applied topically, but its effectiveness is not always proven.
research VII International Congress, Asociación Dermatológica del Caribe (Dermocaribe), Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, March 17-20, 2011
The VII International Congress of Dermocaribe in Colombia was a major dermatology event with over 50 lectures on various skin conditions and treatments.
research Autologous Mini Punch Graft in Vitiligo: A Narrative Review
Autologous mini-punch grafting can effectively repigment stable vitiligo, but has some risks and limitations.
research Scarring Alopecia
research Acne Keloidalis: A Review
Acne keloidalis is a chronic skin condition on the back of the neck in young black men, needing surgery for severe cases.
research Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans and acne keloidalis nuchae
A man with scalp and neck skin issues improved after a year of oral isotretinoin.
research Tufts of “doll's hair” within a shiny, scarring alopecia
The man likely has tufted folliculitis causing painful, scarring hair loss.
research A Woman With Nodules and Depressed Scars
The woman has a skin condition involving nodules, scars, and hair loss.
research Keratosis Pilaris and Scarring Alopecia
The man's scarring alopecia and skin issues did not improve with treatments.