December 2021 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences” Autoimmune diseases cause the immune system to attack the body, and management varies as some are curable and others are not.
September 2020 in “Annals of the National Academy of Medical Sciences. India” COVID-19 can cause skin issues like "COVID toes," rashes, hair loss, and hand eczema, and dermatologists are important for recognizing these signs.
January 2020 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics” Most women with depression in the study had low vitamin D levels.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
July 2017 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” A patient's hair loss after a browlift surgery improved on its own over 8 months.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
August 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” A chemical called 5-Bromo-2′-deoxyuridine caused rapid hair loss in mice by killing certain skin cells through a specific cell death pathway.
Proper care and understanding of skin diseases in pregnant women are crucial for their health and recovery.
January 2014 in “Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology” Young rats are better for testing hair loss treatments after chemotherapy.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The study concluded that patients with total hair loss and recurring hair loss had an earlier onset, longer-lasting condition, and a greater negative impact on their quality of life, with allergic conditions linked to more severe hair loss.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata has different forms and can significantly affect quality of life, especially in more severe cases.
January 2003 in “Elsevier eBooks” Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.
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October 1983 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The unit area trichogram is a reliable method to assess hair loss and treatment response in people with androgenic alopecia by measuring hair density and thickness.
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March 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” 2% topical minoxidil effectively treats female hair loss with minimal side effects.
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January 2009 in “Annals of Dermatology” Zinc supplements increased zinc levels in some hair loss patients but didn't significantly improve hair growth.
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November 2018 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Lower levels of certain brain chemicals are linked to worse PTSD symptoms in men.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” DHT, a testosterone byproduct, causes male pattern baldness.
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March 2019 in “Nature Communications” CRAC channels are crucial for the development and function of specialized immune cells, preventing severe inflammation and autoimmune diseases.
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January 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” Steroidogenic isoenzymes may help improve treatments for common hair loss.
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May 2010 in “Hautarzt” Different hormones affect hair growth and conditions, with some causing hair loss and others promoting it.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair and scalp disorders significantly affect self-esteem, and using cosmetic products like conditioners and styling aids can improve hair health and appearance.
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March 2018 in “Seminars in Oncology” The document concludes that pregnancy and cancer share immune evasion tactics, but more research is needed before using checkpoint blockade immunotherapy in pregnant cancer patients to avoid harm to the placenta.
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” FPHL is common in women, influenced by genetics and hormones, and can be treated with medications, laser therapy, or hair transplantation.
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January 2025 in “AAPS PharmSciTech” Microemulsions and nanoemulsions can effectively deliver drugs through the skin, but more research is needed to understand their differences and mechanisms.
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January 2012 in “Journal of cell science” Rac1 is essential for proper hair structure and color.
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June 2008 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” Early diagnosis and personalized treatment are crucial for managing different types of alopecia effectively.
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December 2004 in “Medicine” Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
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August 2014 in “Archivos argentinos de pediatría” A 6-year-old girl with Turner syndrome also had psoriasis, alopecia areata, and trachyonychia.