October 2014 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” A new type of nerve cell involved in itch perception was discovered.
June 2007 in “Emergency medicine news” If someone has unexplained nerve pain and hair loss, doctors should check for thallium poisoning.
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April 1987 in “Brain Research” Hair-follicle nerves in cats' spinal cords can be inhibited by GABA-related connections.
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September 2020 in “Journal of neurophysiology” Young adults have about 230,000 tactile nerve fibers, decreasing 5-8% per decade with age.
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January 1983 in “Brain Research Reviews” Monkey lips have dense sensory nerves similar to those in other skin areas, explaining their sensitivity.
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May 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Thalidomide improved lupus symptoms but caused nerve damage in some patients.
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February 2010 in “Journal of Neurophysiology” Microstimulation of certain facial and mouth nerves can evoke specific sensations, while deeper nerves may require multiple stimulations to affect perception.
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February 2007 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Hair follicle stem cells could help repair nerves and avoid ethical issues linked to embryonic stem cells.
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July 2006 in “The Journal of Comparative Neurology” Increasing neurotrophin 4 in skin boosts nerve endings but not sensory neuron count.
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June 2018 in “Journal of Neuroinflammation” Procyanidins from grape seeds reduce nerve pain by blocking specific proteins and inflammation.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine Research” A woman with lupus and severe nerve damage improved with specific treatments.
Rat hair follicle bulge cells can become nerve and glial cells, showing potential for neuroprotection.
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences” Reducing reactive oxygen species can help treat nerve damage from platinum cancer drugs.
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June 2007 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” A man's rare tumor caused unusual nerve-related symptoms that improved after surgery.
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June 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Exosome therapy may help treat diabetic nerve damage, but more research is needed.
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January 2016 in “Methods in molecular biology” Hair follicle stem cells can become nerve cells using specific treatments.
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May 2024 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Sex hormone supplements help improve breathing and nerve recovery after spinal injury in rats.
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September 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” Human placenta hydrolysate reduces inflammatory pain and nerve damage in mice.
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January 1998 in “Neurourology and Urodynamics” AMN can cause bladder problems due to nerve damage.
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May 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Certain cancer drugs are strongly linked to nerve damage, requiring close monitoring and early treatment.
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November 2016 in “Frontiers in neurology” Steroid treatment improved both gut and nerve symptoms in a man with Cronkhite–Canada syndrome.
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April 2013 in “The FASEB Journal” 3α‐OH‐DHP is essential for reducing nerve activity related to blood pressure control during pregnancy.
February 2026 in “Medicina” Hyaluronic Acid Profhilo® reduces skin inflammation and nerve-related pain in atopic dermatitis.
January 2025 in “The International Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Diseases” Vitamin B12 is crucial for hair and nerve health, and its malabsorption can cause hair loss and nerve damage.
Meis2 is essential for touch sensation and nerve function in mice.
February 2024 in “Curēus” Topical 5-Fluorouracil can rarely cause nerve damage, especially in people with a certain genetic deficiency.
November 2019 in “Synapse” Brain-made chemicals can control nerve cell function differently in various parts of a mouse's brain, which may help us understand neurological conditions.
January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair transplant surgery can sometimes lead to nerve pain in the face.
February 2014 in “Archivio Istituzionale della Ricerca (Universita Degli Studi Di Milano)” Testosterone metabolites may help relieve diabetic nerve pain.
Whiskers can form without sensory nerves or Foxd1, thanks to Meis2 in mesenchymal cells.