4 citations
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August 1991 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The tumor on the man's nose was a rare type called pedunculated follicular hamartoma.
June 2022 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” A woman had a rare, non-cancerous skin growth on her face, which was removed and did not come back after a year.
June 2023 in “Dermatopathology” A woman had a unique skin growth with hair follicle, oil glands, fat cells, spindle cells, and nerve fibers.
21 citations
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April 2000 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The hamartoma is an abnormal hair growth with limited development in the upper hair follicle.
November 2025 in “Archiv für Pathologische Anatomie und Physiologie und für Klinische Medicin” Sporadic trichoblastic neoplasms generally don't recur or spread, with one case showing a specific genetic fusion.
23 citations
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November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Certain herbal compounds, especially from bitter melon, can inhibit cancer growth and promote hair growth by blocking PAK1.
11 citations
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July 2012 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Skin problems can be signs of hormone-related disorders and recognizing them early is important for treatment.
8 citations
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September 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Panitumumab can cause excessive ear hair growth.
3 citations
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May 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” A newborn girl had a rare case of salivary gland tissue on her chest, which was safely removed.
1 citations
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July 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The conclusion is that three signs can help diagnose hair loss after it happens, potentially avoiding more invasive tests.
Proper care and understanding of skin diseases in pregnant women are crucial for their health and recovery.
March 1992 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The book "Baby Skin" provides useful skin care guidance for parents and is well-received despite lacking visual aids.
August 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” No link found between hair loss severity and PSA levels in men.
January 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Possible link between COVID-19 and hair loss; more research needed.
December 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Finasteride may effectively treat hair loss in Klinefelter Syndrome patients.
January 2022 in “Autopsy and Case Reports” A man had a non-cancerous neck tumor related to hair follicles removed with no return of the tumor.
66 citations
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March 2019 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Melanocyte development from neural crest cells is complex and influenced by many factors, and better understanding could help treat skin disorders.
July 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Otolaryngology/The Egyptian Journal of Otolaryngology” A patient's rare benign tumor in the neck was removed successfully with proper function of the facial nerve maintained.
March 2022 in “JAAD case reports” A man had a non-cancerous, fast-growing skin lump on his arm that was removed with surgery.
1 citations
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May 2007 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Complete removal of large scalp nevi is recommended to prevent complications.
6 citations
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June 2010 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Panfolliculoma is a rare, non-cancerous growth related to hair follicles.
375 citations
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July 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stress can worsen skin and hair conditions by affecting the skin's immune response and hormone levels.
273 citations
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May 2017 in “The Lancet” Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
245 citations
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January 2018 in “Bone Research” TGF-β is crucial for tissue repair and can cause diseases if not properly regulated.
182 citations
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November 2017 in “Molecular Aspects of Medicine” The PDGF/PDGFR pathway is a potential drug target with mixed success in treating various diseases, including some cancers and fibrosis.
172 citations
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December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Demodicosis is common and often missed, needing more recognition and treatment in skin care.
71 citations
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February 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.
66 citations
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March 2009 in “British journal of surgery” Hidradenitis suppurativa treatment should be tailored to the individual, with quitting smoking being important.
65 citations
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January 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.