November 2024 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia in Bogotá mainly affects postmenopausal women, with possible links to hormonal changes and sunscreen use.
June 2023 in “JAAD Case Reports” A man had a rare skin cancer that looked like a bald spot.
June 2015 in “Sonography” Ultrasound is effective for diagnosing scrotal cysts, and prompt treatment is crucial to prevent severe complications.
December 2025 in “Antibiotics” Tinea capitis in older adults is often misdiagnosed but can be effectively treated with antifungal therapy.
October 2025 in “Revista fisio&terapia.” Proper care and management are crucial for successful hair transplants and minimizing complications.
September 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” Early diagnosis and less aggressive hair care improve outcomes for Black women with frontal fibrosing alopecia.
May 2025 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” TNF-α blockers and IL inhibitors improve symptoms in most patients with severe scalp condition, but more research is needed.
July 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A benign tumor on the cheek, called trichoadenoma, should be surgically removed for cosmetic reasons.
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February 2022 in “Science Advances” Follistatin and LIN28B together improve the ability of inner ear cells in mice to regenerate into hearing cells.
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October 2020 in “Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences” Solid lipid nanoparticles are promising for safe and effective drug delivery but need more research for clinical use.
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February 2010 in “Materials” Keratin from hair and wool is used in medical materials for healing and drug delivery.
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August 2007 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where T cells attack hair follicles.
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May 2002 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” CRH promotes fat production in skin cells, affecting conditions like acne.
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April 1986 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology” Trichohyalin is a protein in hair follicles that helps form hair filaments.
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin microbiome is crucial for skin health, and more research is needed to explore its role and potential treatments.
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February 2018 in “CB/Current biology” ERULUS controls root hair growth by regulating cell wall composition and pectin activity.
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May 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new keratin, hK6irs1, is found in all layers of the hair follicle's inner root sheath.
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November 2019 in “Molecules” Tea, especially green tea, shows promise in cosmetics for skin and hair benefits but more research is needed for effective use.
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February 2018 in “Scientia Horticulturae” Mycorrhizal fungi improve root hair growth and nutrient uptake in trifoliate orange, especially when phosphorus is low.
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September 2021 in “Cosmetics” Lipid nanoparticles in cosmetics can effectively improve skin disorders and hair loss.
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June 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” New nanocarriers improve drug delivery for disease treatment.
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May 2021 in “Bulletin of the National Research Centre/Bulletin of the National Research Center” Plantain has potential medicinal benefits but needs more research for safety and effectiveness.
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July 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Vepdegestrant may become the first FDA-approved PROTAC degrader, marking a new era in drug development.
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May 2022 in “Biomedicines” Analyzing follicular fluid can help predict and improve outcomes for women with PCOS undergoing fertility treatments.
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September 2021 in “Nutrients” Persimmons offer health benefits and can be used in new products and sustainable applications.
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July 2005 in “Journal of Chromatography B” A new method accurately measures hair lipids, revealing individual differences.
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July 2015 in “PLoS ONE” The study revealed the detailed structure of a keratin dimer, aiding understanding of how intermediate filament proteins function.
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December 2020 in “PLANT PHYSIOLOGY” A mutant FERONIA gene affects root hair growth at high temperatures.
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February 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Plet-1 protein helps hair follicle cells move and stick to tissues.
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May 2019 in “Animals” High hair cortisol levels indicate stress in cows due to poor shelter conditions and health issues.