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February 2021 in “Frontiers in immunology” Leptin, a hormone from fat cells, affects immune responses and can influence skin diseases and hair growth.
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October 2012 in “Journal of child neurology” The same genetic mutation in Sjögren-Larsson syndrome can lead to different levels of severity, suggesting other factors influence the symptoms.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Lindera aggregata has many beneficial compounds that can help prevent and manage diseases.
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December 2020 in “BMC Dermatology” Bariatric surgery improves skin conditions and metabolism but may cause nutritional deficiencies and hair loss.
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January 2023 in “Science advances” The enzymes Tet2 and Tet3 are important for skin cell development and hair growth.
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February 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Key proteins and pathways regulate yak hair growth, with lipid metabolism aiding adaptation to high altitudes.
August 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Current treatments for androgenetic alopecia are complex and promising, but more research is needed.
January 2025 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” Trichoscopy helps accurately diagnose Netherton syndrome, often mistaken for atopic dermatitis.
January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Targeting multiple pathways may improve treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
May 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Manipulating cell cleanup processes could help treat hair loss.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Zinc, copper, and iron are important for skin health and may help diagnose skin diseases.
Natural compounds from Chinese herbs may safely promote hair growth and treat common hair loss.
June 2023 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Sdr16c5 and Sdr16c6 genes regulate a key point in lipid production that affects eye and skin gland function.
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July 2005 in “Journal of lipid research” DGAT1 enzyme helps make diacylglycerols, waxes, and retinyl esters.
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June 2017 in “Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine” Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was first described in 1721, officially diagnosed in the 1990s, and is now known to be partly genetic and linked to insulin resistance, with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and carbohydrate metabolism issues.
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October 2017 in “Stem Cell Reports” Alkaline Ceramidase 1 prevents early hair loss in mice by keeping hair follicle stem cells balanced.
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April 2004 in “Medical veritas” Zinc can reverse hair loss caused by the anthrax vaccine.
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July 2022 in “Brain and Behavior” The HtrA1L364P mutation causes brain dysfunction and blood vessel damage.
January 2003 in “Annals of Dermatology” Iron deficiency can cause hair abnormalities, but taking iron can fix them and stop hair loss.
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January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.
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March 2022 in “International Journal of Nutrology” Myo-inositol improves fertility and metabolic health in PCOS with fewer side effects than metformin.
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May 2019 in “Drugs” Long-term use of azole antifungals can cause hair loss, hormonal imbalances, and severe skin reactions.
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September 2010 in “Veterinary pathology” Certain mouse strains develop a skin condition similar to a human hair loss disease due to genetic defects.
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October 2017 in “PLOS ONE” The study concluded that similar pathways regulate hair growth in dogs and mice, and these pathways are disrupted in dogs with Alopecia X, affecting stem cells and hormone metabolism.
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May 2024 in “Amino Acids” Disrupted cysteine metabolism may cause hair breakage in Alopecia Areata, suggesting potential treatments like N-acetylcysteine.
February 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Certain blood metabolites are linked to female pattern hair loss, with some increasing risk and others offering protection.
April 2024 in “Communications biology” Enzymes involved in Vitamin A metabolism affect hair growth and type in mice.
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December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Mouse models help understand alopecia areata and find treatments.
January 2025 in “Directory of Open access Books (OAPEN Foundation)” PCOS affects women's hormones and metabolism, but can be managed with lifestyle changes and treatments.
December 2015 in “Kosin Medical Journal” PCOS treatment should address both symptoms and metabolic risks, starting with lifestyle changes and possibly including medication.