research Male-pattern baldness susceptibility locus at 20p11
Researchers found a new gene area linked to male-pattern baldness, which, along with another gene, significantly increases the risk of hair loss in men.
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research Identification and molecular characterization of a new ovarian cancer susceptibility locus at 17q21.31
A new genetic region, 17q21.31, is linked to higher ovarian cancer risk.
research Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genetic regions linked to early hair loss also connect to Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer, possibly leading to new treatments.
research Application of multiphoton microscopy in dermatological studies: A mini-review
Multiphoton microscopy is a promising tool for detailed skin imaging and could improve patient care if its challenges are addressed.
research Relative uptake of minoxidil into appendages and stratum corneum and permeation through human skin in vitro
Minoxidil promotes hair growth by penetrating skin, with ethanol-containing formulas working best.
research High resolution full scan liquid chromatography mass spectrometry comprehensive screening in sports antidoping urine analysis
The method effectively detects banned substances in urine for sports antidoping.
research Improving translational research in sex-specific effects of comorbidities and risk factors in ischaemic heart disease and cardioprotection: position paper and recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart
The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.
research Endocrine-skin interactions
Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.
research Alopecia in patients treated with molecularly targeted anticancer therapies
Targeted cancer therapies have a significant but lower risk of causing hair loss compared to chemotherapy.
research Hair Shaft Abnormalities – Clues to Diagnosis and Treatment
Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children and Adolescents: A Review of Treatment Options
More pediatric-specific research and guidelines are needed to improve hidradenitis suppurativa treatment in children and adolescents.
research Minoxidil Therapy in Refractory Hypertension Analysis of 155 Patients
Minoxidil lowers blood pressure effectively but may cause side effects.
research Captopril and alopecia: A case report and review of known cutaneous reactions in captopril use
Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.
research Complex genetic dependencies among growth and neurological phenotypes in healthy children: Towards deciphering developmental mechanisms
Genetic factors influence growth and brain development in children.
research Improving Posttraumatic Facial Scars
The document concludes that improving the appearance of posttraumatic facial scars is possible with careful treatment and realistic expectations.
research Circulating and intraprostatic sex steroid hormonal profiles in relation to male pattern baldness and chest hair density among men diagnosed with localized prostate cancers
Baldness in men with prostate cancer is linked to higher levels of certain sex hormones, but chest hair density is not.
research An accessible pharmacodynamic transcriptional biomarker for notch target engagement
Hair follicle samples effectively show how well the drug MK-0752 targets and engages with the Notch pathway.
research A genetically informed brain atlas for enhancing brain imaging genomics
GIANT improves brain imaging by using genetics to better map brain regions.
research Patterns of finasteride use in the male populations of four Nordic countries: A cross-national drug utilization study
Finasteride use varies among Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, with higher usage in Finland and Sweden.
research Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Evaluation Study: the THESEUS prospective cohort study
Laser treatment and deroofing are effective options for hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Demographics and Clinical Characteristics among Patients with Distinct Psychosocial Burden Profiles Related to Vitiligo: Results of a Latent Class Analysis
Vitiligo's impact varies widely, affecting both emotions and social life, not just physical symptoms.
research Alopecia triangularis congenita in combination with androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
research Hair density, hair diameter and the prevalence of female pattern hair loss
Hair loss caused by longer latent hair cycle and sudden miniaturization, not gradual follicle size reduction.
research Awareness, knowledge, and perceptions of alopecia among UK postgraduate students: a cross-sectional study
UK postgraduate health students have limited understanding of alopecia, with many misconceptions, highlighting the need for better awareness.
research Impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare
AI is revolutionizing healthcare by improving diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring, but still needs close supervision.
research A modular modeling approach for investigating wool critical buckling from biologically variable along-fiber microstructure
The model helps understand how wool fiber structure affects its strength and flexibility.
research Bi-allelic Mutations in LSS, Encoding Lanosterol Synthase, Cause Autosomal-Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex
Mutations in the LSS gene cause a rare type of hereditary hair loss.
research Thehairless gene of the mouse: Relationship of phenotypic effects with expression profile and genotype
Mutations in the hairless gene in mice affect its expression and lead to a range of developmental issues in multiple tissues.
research A novel cosmetic approach to treat thinning hair
A new hair treatment with caffeine and other ingredients makes hair thicker and less likely to break.
research Self‐organizing hair peg‐like structures from dissociated skin progenitor cells: New insights for human hair follicle organoid engineering and Turing patterning in an asymmetric morphogenetic field
Researchers created early-stage hair-like structures from skin cells, showing how these cells can self-organize, but more is needed for complete hair growth.