January 2021 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” Plica polonica is a rare condition where hair becomes irreversibly tangled, and the treatment is to cut the matted hair.
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February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Tetrathiomolybdate reduces hair growth marker in skin cells by boosting harmful oxygen molecules, but effects can be reversed.
January 2020 in “Journal of Womens Health, Issues and Care” Scalp micropigmentation is a successful, non-surgical way to make hair look fuller.
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December 2024 in “Clinical Endocrinology” PCOS symptoms can improve with specific treatments for pituitary adenomas.
92 citations
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April 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The Celsr1 gene is crucial for normal hair patterning in mice.
Introducing the OTC gene improved symptoms in mice with OTC deficiency.
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April 2024 in “Molecular Human Reproduction” Paxillin may help manage androgen-related disorders like PCOS by stabilizing androgen receptor proteins.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare case of Cushing syndrome was successfully treated with one-sided adrenal gland removal, suggesting personalized treatment is important.
137 citations
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October 2009 in “The American journal of pathology” Matriptase is crucial for keeping epithelial tissues healthy and functioning properly.
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September 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” c-Maf positive macrophages help form hypertrophic scars by affecting fibroblasts and collagen production.
89 citations
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March 1996 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” CD18-deficient mice developed psoriasis-like skin disease, useful for studying inflammatory skin disorders.
18 citations
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February 2024 in “Nutrients” A new pomegranate extract lowers blood pressure and has health benefits.
15 citations
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May 2010 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” The cell membrane complex in mammalian hair has three distinct types with different structures and chemical properties.
January 2026 in “Aging and Disease” The α-MSH-MC1R-cAMP pathway does not protect skin cells from UVA damage.
11 citations
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November 2019 in “The FASEB Journal” A mutation in the MAP2 gene causes reduced hair follicle density, leading to hairlessness.
August 2020 in “The Journal of Qazvin University of Medical Sciences” Demographic factors like age, education, and marriage duration affect mindfulness in women with PCOS.
4 citations
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October 2000 in “Contraception” The right dosage of CPA and TB can work as a safe and reversible male contraceptive in monkeys.
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May 2022 in “BMC Women's Health” High levels of anti-Müllerian hormone can indicate polycystic ovarian syndrome in women who can have babies.
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April 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” DPCP may be safe for treating alopecia during pregnancy, but more research is needed.
April 2026 in “Preprints.org” Cold Atmospheric Plasma shows promise in treating aggressive breast cancer by targeting cancer cells while sparing normal tissue.
September 2002 in “Comprehensive Therapy” Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Multiparametric ultrasound is a useful non-invasive tool for assessing scalp conditions in alopecia areata patients.
March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Recognizing minor skin lesions can help identify serious cancer syndromes.
September 2011 in “Urology” The IPP index is linked to storage symptoms and leftover urine, and may help manage urinary tract symptoms.
46 citations
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May 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Significant progress was made in understanding PXE, but effective treatments are still needed.
June 2026 in “Mendeley Data” June 2026 in “Mendeley Data” 134 citations
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October 2020 in “Preprints.org” Platelet-rich plasma shows promise in healing and treating musculoskeletal issues, but translating lab results to human treatments is challenging.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp micropigmentation improves appearance and satisfaction in scarring alopecia but may require repeat sessions.
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January 2020 in “BioMed Research International” Phaeodactylum tricornutum extract helps hair follicle cells grow by activating the ERK1/2 pathway.