4 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Changing hairstyles can help hair regrow in children with hair loss from tight braids or ponytails.
11 citations
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September 2012 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
April 2013 in “Cancer Research” SKH1 hairless mice have identifiable epidermal stem cells with specific markers.
10 citations
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” The E413K mutation in the hHb6 gene causes monilethrix, a hair disorder, but doesn't show consistent symptoms.
2 citations
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March 2023 in “Skin research and technology” Temporal triangular alopecia in infants is mostly seen in males at birth, with unique features that help with diagnosis.
November 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the content is not accessible.
20 citations
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August 2017 in “Drug testing and analysis” Drugs localize differently in hair strands based on their properties.
77 citations
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March 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research identified six functional hair keratin genes and four pseudogenes, providing insights into hair formation and gene organization.
2 citations
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February 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hepatitis C and alcohol abuse may lead to porphyria cutanea tarda.
12 citations
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August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” A man's pubic hair infection was treated by shaving and using antifungal medications.
14 citations
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March 2015 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” ABCG2 protein marks stem-like skin cells in human epidermis.
15 citations
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April 2001 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” KF19418 promotes hair growth similarly to minoxidil but is not better in live mice.
16 citations
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January 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” Researchers created five new human scalp cell lines that could be useful for hair growth and loss research.
16 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Use good lighting, consistent positioning, and proper camera settings for effective hair disorder photos.
October 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Scientists used a special imaging technique to observe that hair follicle regeneration involves cell division and structural changes, mostly in the lower part of the follicle, and that the dermal papilla at the base is crucial for regrowth.
5 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that a thorough history, physical exam, and specific tests are crucial for diagnosing and managing hair loss effectively.
86 citations
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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.
24 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
7 citations
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August 2016 in “Nursing for Women's Health” To prevent and treat Hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in infants, keep a close eye on their limbs, manage maternal hair loss, and educate parents and healthcare providers.
14 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
January 2014 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” Platelet-rich plasma treatments help hair growth in people with hair loss by increasing certain cell growth and protein levels.
November 2021 in “World Family Medicine Journal /Middle East Journal of Family Medicine” Diabetic ketoacidosis is common among people with Type 1 diabetes in Makkah Al-Mukarramah City.
Pathologists need better education and collaboration with dermatologists for accurate alopecia diagnosis.
7 citations
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June 2019 in “Coloration Technology” Translucent keratin films are better for testing hair dyes.
6 citations
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May 2003 in “PubMed” Small amounts of DNA can be found in the hair shaft, especially near the root, but it decreases with hair treatments and washing.
67 citations
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May 2013 in “Therapeutic drug monitoring” Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.
May 2022 in “Experimental dermatology” Trichothiodystrophy hair is structurally abnormal with protein and organization issues.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Trichoscopy helps tell apart Lichen planopilaris and Frontal fibrosing alopecia from other hair loss conditions.
6 citations
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December 1990 in “PubMed” Keratinocytes in hair follicles differentiate similarly to skin cells, with specific patterns in different regions.
March 2025 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” A rare genetic variant linked to skin cysts was found in blood DNA, suggesting its role in cyst formation.