7 citations
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dermal Papilla Cells grown in 3D and with stem cells better mimic natural hair growth conditions than cells grown in 2D.
42 citations
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June 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Black dots under trichoscopy can appear in different hair and scalp conditions, not just in alopecia areata.
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Trichoscopy is a key method for dermatologists to quickly and effectively diagnose hair and scalp conditions.
56 citations
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March 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology” Most cases of Temporal Triangular Alopecia are found in early childhood and may be related to genetic conditions.
12 citations
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November 2022 in “Toxics” EtG in hair can help detect alcohol use but may be inaccurate in people with certain health conditions.
6 citations
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October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems, including serious conditions, and patients should be monitored closely.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Human & Experimental Toxicology” Finasteride causes harmful organ changes in female mice.
November 2022 in “CARDIOMETRY” A group has developed therapies that show promise for treating cancer and various other conditions.
April 2021 in “BMJ Case Reports” Accurate diagnosis of pseudolymphomatous folliculitis is crucial to avoid mistaking it for more serious conditions.
July 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The structure of SRD5A reveals how it reduces steroids, aiding drug design for related health conditions.
September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.
February 2021 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” A postmenopausal woman's excessive hair growth and hair loss were due to a non-cancerous ovarian condition, treated successfully with surgery.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Pigtail hair is a sign of new hair growth and should be recognized in hair loss conditions like acute telogen effluvium.
208 citations
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July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
47 citations
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December 2006 in “Therapy” The dietary supplement helped increase hair growth in women with hair loss.
8 citations
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December 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that parathyroid diseases have a range of clinical features and outcomes, with some conditions being treatable and others having a high risk of mortality.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the legs, often misdiagnosed, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss is common in autoimmune diseases and can be an early sign of the condition, often requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.
June 1972 in “Archives of internal medicine” Androgens play a key role in hair growth.
9 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Fungal infection was the main cause of hair loss in Egyptian children studied.
48 citations
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January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.
25 citations
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March 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair follicles requires more research using computational methods and an integrative approach, considering the current limitations in hair treatment products.
4 citations
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November 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair length and thickness are related, with thickness peaking at about a quarter of the hair's maximum length.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology” Hormones significantly affect hair growth and loss, requiring personalized treatment.
252 citations
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January 2008 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Melatonin in the skin helps protect against damage from stress and UV rays, and could be used to treat certain skin conditions.
83 citations
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May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
68 citations
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March 1965 in “The BMJ” Hormones and genetics affect hair growth and patterns, with some changes reversible and others not.
50 citations
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April 2014 in “Nature Communications” The research identified new skin traits in mice, some linked to human skin conditions.