October 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
September 2020 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” Some existing drugs and natural products might work against COVID-19 by targeting the virus's main protease.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
January 2019 in “Springer Reference Medizin” Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Some drugs can cause reversible hair loss, but certain chemotherapy drugs may lead to permanent hair loss; drugs can also change hair color and texture.
May 2018 in “White Rose eTheses Online (University of Leeds, The University of Sheffield, University of York)” Alopecia areata may be treated by using EGCG to balance immune cells and reduce inflammation.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that alopecia has significant social and psychological effects, leading to a market for hair loss treatments.
SLC24A5 shows a clear selective sweep, but no link to UV radiation intensity.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
January 2016 in “SpringerBriefs in bioengineering” Genetic defects and UV radiation cause skin damage and aging.
Lupus is a complex disease that requires personalized treatment because it varies greatly between individuals.
November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Gene mutations can cause problems in male genital development.
November 2014 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
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.
January 2012 in “Methods in pharmacology and toxicology” TRPV3 could be a target for treating pain, skin disorders, and hair problems, but more research is needed to create effective drugs.
October 2011 in “Journal of dermatology” A man with a rare skin condition and a new gene mutation developed high calcium levels due to his treatment.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some blood-thinning medications can increase the risk of bleeding, and certain factors like genetics and other health conditions affect their safety and effectiveness.
December 2008 in “Enzyme and Microbial Technology” New patents include innovations in skin and hair care, disease treatment, plant stress tolerance, and protein purification.
June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document suggests a bacteria plays a significant role in acne rosacea and that white hair can regain color after transplant, meriting more research on reversing grey hair.
November 2004 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.
May 1993 in “Current problems in dermatology” Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing infections in children.
February 2018 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male pattern hair loss may have evolved to promote younger fathers for offspring health and survival, encouraging monogamy and paternal nurturing.
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November 2015 in “The Lancet HIV” PrEP for HIV is less effective in transgender women mainly due to low adherence to the treatment.
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April 2015 in “Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology” Different types of stem cells with unique roles exist in blood, skin, and intestines, and this variety is important for tissue repair.
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July 2020 in “Pharmacological Reports” Cepharanthine, a Japanese hair loss drug, shows promise as a COVID-19 treatment but needs more testing.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Particle properties affect drug retention and release in minoxidil foams, with lipid nanoparticles having higher loading capacity.
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July 2013 in “PLoS ONE” Targeting EGFR may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy.
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” Red deer antler extract helps hair grow by extending the growth phase and increasing cell growth in hair follicles.
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January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Any drug can cause skin reactions, but antibiotics, NSAIDs, and psychotropic drugs are more common, with some reactions being life-threatening.