April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Alopecia areata and vitiligo share immune system dysfunction but differ in specific immune responses and affected areas.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” T-regulatory cells are important for skin health and can affect hair growth and reduce skin inflammation.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Early intervention in patch-type alopecia may prevent progression to more severe forms by targeting immune pathways and preserving keratin.
660 citations
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December 2011 in “Cell” Different hair follicles in the skin are innervated by unique combinations of mechanosensory neurons, crucial for touch sensation.
182 citations
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May 2003 in “Development” Myc activation reduces skin stem cells by affecting cell adhesion.
180 citations
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January 2011 in “EMBO Reports” A combined approach is needed to fully understand adult stem cells, with genetic lineage-tracing being crucial.
139 citations
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The nail matrix has a reduced immune response, protecting it from autoimmunity.
114 citations
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin microbiome is crucial for skin health, and more research is needed to explore its role and potential treatments.
87 citations
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June 2010 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Stem cells can move to brain injury sites and be tracked, showing promise for treating brain diseases.
76 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering” Microneedle patches could replace injections but need more development for better use in medicine.
70 citations
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May 2023 in “Molecules” Ginkgo biloba has health benefits but also contains toxic compounds, driving interest in its use in medicine and food.
70 citations
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August 2019 in “European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” 40 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” More research is needed to understand the genetic causes of Alopecia areata to develop better treatments.
30 citations
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April 2023 in “Indian Journal of Ophthalmology” New treatments using advanced technology aim to improve dry eye disease care.
27 citations
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April 2008 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” HMG-CoA reductase is crucial for skin wound healing by regulating keratinocyte growth and blood vessel formation.
26 citations
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September 2023 in “Bioengineered” Brown seaweed oligosaccharides have health benefits and potential uses in food and medicine.
22 citations
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November 2023 in “Molecules” Smart microneedles can deliver drugs painlessly and accurately for diseases like diabetes and tumors.
20 citations
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August 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” miR-150 helps blood vessel cells develop and speeds up blood clot healing.
18 citations
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September 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology” The skin microbiome plays a key role in treating atopic dermatitis.
12 citations
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August 2022 in “Biochemical Journal” Different types of cell death affect skin health and inflammation, and understanding them could improve treatments for skin diseases.
12 citations
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June 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Interleukin 6 helps hair grow.
9 citations
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June 2022 in “Microorganisms” We need safe, affordable drugs to fight coronaviruses effectively.
9 citations
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July 2021 in “Frontiers in genetics” Melatonin makes cashmere grow earlier and more by increasing certain gene activity in goats.
8 citations
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November 2018 in “BMC Pulmonary Medicine” A 70-year-old woman with bronchiectasis developed a rare immune disease due to a bacterial infection, requiring a difficult balance of treatments.
7 citations
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February 2024 in “The Journal of Physiology” Reduced plakoglobin and steroid abuse increase the risk of heart rhythm issues.
6 citations
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October 2021 in “Biomedical Research and Therapy” Alopecia areata patients have higher levels of IL-6 and TNF-α.
5 citations
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December 2022 in “Genes” Genetic differences affect how people respond to COVID-19.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different immune cells like platelets, mast cells, neutrophils, macrophages, T cells, B cells, and innate lymphoid cells all play roles in skin wound healing, but more research is needed due to inconsistent results and the complex nature of the immune response.
4 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Lung and liver macrophages protect our tissues and their dysfunction can cause various diseases.
3 citations
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October 2025 in “Biomedicines” New treatments for seborrheic dermatitis show promise for difficult cases.