research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children
Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
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research Association between Smoking and Hair Loss: Another Opportunity for Health Education against Smoking?
Smoking may contribute to hair loss in men.
research The Keratins of the Human Beard Hair Medulla: The Riddle in the Middle
Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.
research Acne
Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.
research Inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 entry through the ACE2/TMPRSS2 pathway: a promising approach for uncovering early COVID-19 drug therapies
Blocking the virus's entry into cells by targeting certain pathways could lead to early COVID-19 treatments.
research Potential adverse effects of long-term testosterone therapy
Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.
research The human type I keratin gene family: Characterization of new hair follicle specific members and evaluation of the chromosome 17q21.2 gene domain
The study identified and characterized new keratin genes linked to hair follicles and epithelial tissues.
research Zinc as an ambivalent but potent modulator of murine hair growth in vivo- preliminary observations
Zinc can both inhibit and stimulate mouse hair growth, and might help recover hair after chemotherapy.
research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5a-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts*
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
research No Association between Serum Ferritin Levels >10 μg/l and Hair Loss Activity in Women
Higher iron levels in the blood are not linked to increased hair loss in women.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapeutic Agents
Chemotherapy can cause various skin problems, and recognizing them helps improve patient care.
research Compliance With Contraceptives and Other Treatments
People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.
research The genetics of androgenetic alopecia
Genes and hormones cause hair loss, with four genes contributing equally.
research Micro-Needling Depth Penetration, Presence of Pigment Particles, and Fluorescein-Stained Platelets: Clinical Usage for Aesthetic Concerns
Micro-needling effectively improves wrinkles, scars, and hair growth, but proper technique and safety are important.
research Folliculitis Keloidalis Nuchae and Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
These skin conditions in African men need combined medical treatments and lifestyle changes.
research Duration of wrinkle correction following repeat treatment with Juvéderm hyaluronic acid fillers
Juvéderm fillers effectively reduce wrinkles for up to 21 months with less filler needed for repeat treatments.
research Characterization of a Partial cDNA for Lysyl Hydroxylase from Human Skin Fibroblasts; Lysyl Hydroxylase mRNAs Are Regulated Differently by Minoxidil Derivatives and Hydralazine
Minoxidil decreases LH expression, while hydralazine has mixed effects on prolyl and lysyl hydroxylase activities.
research Cinnamomi Cortex (Cinnamomum verum) Suppresses Testosterone-induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia by Regulating 5α-reductase
Cinnamomi cortex may help treat prostate enlargement by reducing related proteins.
research 11β-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitors for the treatment of type 2 diabetes
Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research Tooth Regeneration: Insights from Tooth Development and Spatial-Temporal Control of Bioactive Drug Release
Tooth regeneration could become possible by controlling how and when bioactive factors are released.
research Pro‐Regenerative Hydrogel Restores Scarless Skin during Cutaneous Wound Healing
A special hydrogel helps heal skin without scars and regrows hair.
research Hidradenitis suppurativa/Acne inversa: an endocrine skin disorder?
Hidradenitis suppurativa may be related to hormones and patients often have metabolic disorders; more research is needed to understand this connection.
research Polarity signaling ensures epidermal homeostasis by coupling cellular mechanics and genomic integrity
Par3 protein is essential for skin cell balance and stability.
research An investigation of vitamin D status in alopecia areata
People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels and more inflammation, suggesting vitamin D might be involved in the condition.
research Case series of oral minoxidil for androgenetic and traction alopecia: Tolerability & the five C’s of oral therapy
Oral minoxidil helps hair growth, is cost-effective, and mostly well-tolerated.
research Inherited epidermolysis bullosa: clinical and therapeutic aspects
The document concludes that inherited epidermolysis bullosa is a challenging genetic condition requiring multidisciplinary care and new treatments.
research Correction of the High Female Hairline
The hairline-lowering surgery was effective, safe, and left patients satisfied with few complications.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: New Insights and a Call for Action
Hair loss in black women needs more research, early intervention, and community education.
research Effect of finasteride in idiopathic hirsutism
Finasteride significantly reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Trichotillomania in children and adolescents: Review of the literature and case report
The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.