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May 1989 in “Postgraduate Medicine” The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
5 citations
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October 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The research linked PLCD1 gene variants to the development of trichilemmal cysts.
19 citations
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May 2006 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation causing total hair loss from birth.
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December 2004 in “Medicine” Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
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January 2018 in “Acta Dermatovenerologica Alpina Pannonica et Adriatica” Congenital atrichia with papular lesions causes permanent hair loss in children.
14 citations
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November 1963 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Pathologic tissues have more soluble proteins than normal tissues.
71 citations
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February 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.
61 citations
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May 2016 in “Scientific reports” The peptide IMT-P8 can effectively deliver proteins into the skin and cells for potential skin treatments.
7 citations
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December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.
3 citations
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February 2020 in “The journal of gene medicine” A mutation in the HR gene causes a rare form of irreversible hair loss in two Kashmiri families. Whole exome sequencing is effective for finding such mutations.
March 2026 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Cystic panfolliculoma is a rare, harmless tumor that can be confused with other skin tumors.
This rare genetic disorder causes permanent hair loss and skin bumps from birth.
September 2022 in “TURKDERM” A rare benign skin nodule was found on the buttock, a unique location for this condition.
February 2009 in “Springer eBooks” Hyperpigmentation is common in pregnancy and may not fully fade after birth; melasma, also frequent, can persist but has limited treatment options during pregnancy.
19 citations
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January 2014 in “Facial plastic surgery” Dermabrasion improves skin appearance by removing the top layer to promote healing.
9 citations
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January 2008 in “Acta histochemica et cytochemica” COX-2 levels change during the hair cycle and affect skin and hair growth.
November 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” Trichofolliculoma was found in a person with amniotic band syndrome for the first time.
June 2021 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” Onion and Aloe vera can help protect hair from damage caused by hair dyes.
January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and choosing the right ones can help maintain healthy hair.
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February 2009 in “Current Biology” Hair follicles are complex, dynamic mini-organs that help us understand cell growth, death, migration, and differentiation, as well as tissue regeneration and tumor biology.
90 citations
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January 1979 in “International review of cytology” Wool follicles are complex, involving interactions between different cell types and structures.
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July 2017 in “Scientific Reports” JMJD3 and NF-κB activate Notch1, which is essential for skin cell movement and wound healing.
27 citations
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August 2014 in “Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Developmental biology” The skin and thymus develop similarly to protect and support immunity.
10 citations
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September 2020 in “Biopolymers” Hair's structure and properties change with pH; acidic pH maintains strength and less swelling, while alkaline pH increases water content and swelling.
10 citations
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June 2018 in “Aaps Pharmscitech” The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
9 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of structural biology” Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Materials Today: Proceedings” Adding human hair fibers and glass micro-spheres to epoxy improves its wear resistance and strength.
4 citations
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November 2014 The skin protects the body, regulates temperature, senses touch, and makes vitamin D.
2 citations
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March 2020 in “Skin” Using cidofovir cream for a rare skin disease can cause skin darkening.