research The expanding significance of keratin intermediate filaments in normal and diseased epithelia
Keratin proteins are increasingly recognized as important for cell health and are linked to many diseases.
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630-660 / 1000+ resultsresearch Histologic Changes in Seborrheic Keratoses after Rubbing
Rubbing seborrheic keratoses causes specific skin changes and may link them to hair follicles.
research An epidermis‐permeable dipeptide is a potential cosmetic ingredient with partial agonist/antagonist activity toward fibroblast growth factor receptors
Pro-Ile could be used in cosmetics to improve skin, hair growth, and healing.
research The Lysosomal Protease Cathepsin L Is an Important Regulator of Keratinocyte and Melanocyte Differentiation During Hair Follicle Morphogenesis and Cycling
Cathepsin L is essential for normal hair growth and development.
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 Keratinocyte biology and pathology
Keratinocytes play a key role in skin health, but more research is needed.
research Keratin function and regulation in tissue homeostasis and pathogenesis
Keratin is crucial for keeping skin cells healthy and its changes can lead to diseases and affect cell behavior.
research Keratins in health and cancer: more than mere epithelial cell markers
Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.
research Systematized Epidermal Nevus with Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis Improving with Topical Calcipotriol/Betametasone Dipropionate Combination Ointment
The boy's skin condition improved significantly with a specific ointment after other treatments showed only mild results.
research Isomorphic and isotopic phenomenon occurring simultaneously in a case of granuloma annulare
A patient with granuloma annulare experienced both isotopic and isomorphic responses, with skin lesions responding to steroids but relapsing after stopping treatment.
research The Efficacy of Various Degreasing Agents Used in Trichloroacetic Acid Peels
Acetone is not more effective than other degreasers and is more flammable.
research Hair sheath keratins in follicular tumors. (5). Identification of hair sheath keratins in keratoacanthoma; Histopathological hair sheath structures in the tumor and their significance as differential histopathological criteria from squamous cell carcinoma.
Follicular structures help differentiate keratoacanthoma from squamous cell carcinoma.
research Novel PLCL nanofibrous/keratin hydrogel bilayer wound dressing for skin wound repair
The new wound dressing promotes cell growth and healing, absorbs wound fluids well, and is biocompatible.
research The Pathogenesis of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat primary cicatricial alopecias, and suggests a possible reclassification based on molecular pathways.
research Hybrid Fractional Ablative and Nonablative Laser Resurfacing of Actinic Keratoses
research Novel Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Dermatologic Conditions
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
research Presentations of Cutaneous Disease in Various Skin Pigmentations: Keratosis Pilaris
Recognizing keratosis pilaris in all skin tones helps diagnose related skin issues and reduce distress.
research Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a safe, effective way to improve skin appearance with minimal recovery time.
research Surgical Management of Severe Cicatricial Ectropion Secondary to Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris.
Surgery can effectively treat severe eyelid turning out caused by a rare skin disorder.
research Antibacterials/corticosteroids/minoxidil
research Expression patterns of hair and epithelial keratins and transcription factors HOXC13, LEF1, and β‐catenin in a malignant pilomatricoma: a histological and immunohistochemical study
The malignant pilomatricoma showed strong epithelial keratin expression, suggesting it may not calcify.
research Proteopedia entry: Coiled‐coil structure of keratins
Keratins are crucial proteins for hair and nails, with a structure that helps teach protein principles.
research Dermatological drugs, topical agents, and cosmetics
The document concluded that various dermatological treatments have different effectiveness and side effects, with some causing irritation, allergic reactions, or systemic effects.
research Clinical features of 109 patients with primary cicatricial alopecia: a 15-year retrospective study
Primary cicatricial alopecia causes permanent hair loss by destroying hair follicles, and its exact cause is unknown.
research 026 Targeting pathogenic MICA-NKG2D interactions by statins: A novel adjunct treatment strategy for alopecia areata management?
Statins may help treat alopecia areata by reducing harmful immune interactions.
research Development of a mechanically stable human hair keratin film for cell culture
A new film made from human hair supports skin cell growth better than collagen.
research Biallelic Variants in Lanosterol Synthase (LSS) Cause Palmoplantar Keratoderma-Congenital Alopecia Syndrome Type 2
Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
research Peer Review #1 of "A novel control of human keratin expression: cannabinoid receptor 1-mediated signaling down-regulates the expression of keratins K6 and K16 in human keratinocytes in vitro and in situ (v0.1)"
Activating cannabinoid receptor 1 may help manage psoriasis by reducing certain keratins.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are key for managing rare scalp disorders that cause permanent hair loss.
research Ketoconazole-p Aminobenzoic Cocrystal Exhibits a Potent Anti-inflammatory Effect on the Skin of BALBc Mice
The new cocrystal KET-PABA is a more effective and safe anti-inflammatory treatment for skin conditions in mice.