May 2016 in “Research opinions in animal & veterinary sciences” Maternal aspartame consumption during pregnancy leads to skin damage and higher apoptosis in newborn rat offspring.
April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” The supplement highlighted advancements and challenges in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including the impact of smoking, chemotherapy, and new treatments like Tafluprost for hair loss.
January 2015 in “D-Scholarship@Pitt (University of Pittsburgh)” Diabetic patients' stem cells make vascular grafts more prone to clots, but new methods may improve grafts.
August 2014 in “Warwick Research Archive Portal (University of Warwick)” Obesity negatively affects the endometrium, leading to higher miscarriage risk and impaired cell function.
January 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Proteins like aPKC and PDGF-AA, substances like adenosine and ATP, and adipose-derived stem cells all play important roles in hair growth and health, and could potentially be used to treat hair loss and skin conditions.
September 2012 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” Flutamide caused damage to male rat reproductive organs and may affect fertility.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair transplantation is highly effective with careful technique and attention to patient needs.
December 2011 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology” High-fructose diets can cause irreversible kidney damage.
April 2011 in “ISRN Dermatology (Print)” The wigs made from human hair and polypropylene were mostly well-tolerated and durable in rabbits, suggesting they could be a new option for people with extensive hair loss.
October 2007 in “Humana Press eBooks” Saw palmetto can help with prostate issues and may promote hair growth.
January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” Alopecia areata is a reversible, autoimmune-related hair loss that can have significant emotional impact and uncertain treatment effectiveness.
November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.
August 2004 in “Journal of the American College of Surgeons” Several genes, including Hox-7A, Stra6, and Lim-1, are involved in normal palate formation.
January 1983 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
January 1970 in “Bangladesh journal of plastic surgery” Robotic hair transplantation surgery is generally effective with high satisfaction rates and minimal complications.
June 2021 in “Archives of Advances in Biosciences” Finasteride reduces sperm count and quality and alters hormone levels in mice.
July 2019 in “Dermatología Cosmética, Médica y Quirúrgica” Small injections of dutasteride improved hair thickness in men with hair loss without major side effects.
Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” AGA is a common hair loss affecting both genders, treated with various therapies to promote regrowth and slow thinning.
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February 2002 in “Clinics in Geriatric Medicine” Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
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July 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Fat stem cells from diabetic mice can still help heal wounds.
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April 2023 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The phototrichogram is better for measuring hair thickness.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The micrometer caliper is a reliable tool for measuring hair diameter for FUE surgery.
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June 2009 in “Human reproduction update” The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.
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July 2007 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The new 3D imaging method accurately measures hair surface details quickly.
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January 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The new automatic tool accurately measures hair thickness and is reliable.
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June 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Hair fiber shape and curvature are not significantly linked when ancestry is considered.
November 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Digital microscopy can help diagnose hirsutism by measuring hair growth.