research Alopecia Areata: A tissue specific autoimmune disease of the hair follicle
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss due to the immune system attacking hair follicles, often influenced by genetics and stress.
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research The Pathogenesis of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat primary cicatricial alopecias, and suggests a possible reclassification based on molecular pathways.
research Topical Application of the Synthetic Triterpenoid RTA 408 Protects Mice from Radiation-Induced Dermatitis
RTA 408 cream protects mice from radiation skin damage.
research Targeting lymphoid-derived IL-17 signaling to delay skin aging
Blocking IL-17 signaling may reduce skin inflammation and delay aging.
research Alarmin Cytokines as Central Regulators of Cutaneous Immunity
Alarmin cytokines are key in controlling skin immunity and inflammation.
research Current and Potential Agents for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata>
Current and future treatments for alopecia areata focus on immunosuppression, immunomodulation, and protecting hair follicles.
research The Role of Serum Th1, Th2, and Th17 Cytokines in Patients with Alopecia Areata: Clinical Implications
Alopecia areata severity and treatment response are linked to specific cytokine levels.
research Protein Kinase C δ Overexpressing Transgenic Mice Are Resistant to Chemically but not to UV Radiation–Induced Development of Squamous Cell Carcinomas: A Possible Link to Specific Cytokines and Cyclooxygenase-2
Mice with extra PKCδ resist chemical-induced skin cancer but not UV-induced.
research Effects of Imiquimod on Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Hair Cycle Progression
Imiquimod cream activates hair follicle stem cells and causes early hair growth by changing immune cells and certain protein expressions.
research The Immunological Impact of IL-1 Family Cytokines on the Epidermal Barrier
IL-1 family cytokines are crucial for skin defense and healing, but their imbalance can cause skin diseases.
research Topical Mechlorethamine Restores Autoimmune-Arrested Follicular Activity in Mice with an Alopecia Areata-Like Disease by Targeting Infiltrated Lymphocytes
Mechlorethamine treatment regrew hair in mice by killing immune cells causing hair loss without harming hair follicles.
research Insulin resistance is increased in alopecia areata patients
People with alopecia areata have higher insulin resistance.
research The Epidermal Vitamin D System and Innate Immunity: Some More Light Shed on This Unique Photoendocrine System?
Vitamin D made by the skin plays a role in immune defense and skin health, and more research is needed to understand its full effects.
research Antroquinonol Exerts Immunosuppressive Effect on CD8+ T Cell Proliferation and Activation to Resist Depigmentation Induced by H2O2
Antroquinonol may help prevent skin depigmentation by suppressing certain immune cells.
research Pathophysiology of the Burn Scar
Burn scars heal abnormally and more research is needed to find better treatments.
research Analysis of Cytokines and ATP in Plucked Hair Follicles
ATP and IL-10 levels in hair follicles relate to follicle length and hair growth, with differences in alopecia patients.
research Cytokine Engineering Approaches for Regenerative Medicine
Engineered cytokines show promise for improving tissue healing and safety in regenerative medicine.
research Treatment of Cultured Sebocytes with an EGFR Inhibitor Does Not Lead to Significant Upregulation of Inflammatory Biomarkers
Blocking EGFR in skin cells doesn't majorly increase inflammation markers.
research Immune-Mediated Skin Reactions Induced by Recombinant Antibodies and Other TNF-Alpha Inhibitors
TNF-alpha inhibitors can cause various immune-related skin issues.
research Sanhuang Fukang oil alleviates X-ray-induced skin injury by reducing inflammation and apoptosis: an in vivo study
Sanhuang Fukang oil helps heal radiation skin injuries by reducing inflammation and cell death.
research Perifollicular vascularization: Cocultures and tricultures approaches to study the cross-talk between microvascular endothelial cells, follicle papilla cells and keratinocytes
Hair papilla cells are crucial for blood vessel development in hair follicles, affecting hair growth and loss.
research IL6 is correlated with metabolic syndrome parameters in oral lichen planus
IL6 is linked to higher risk of heart disease in people with a certain mouth condition.
research Skin Care Properties of Grape Seed Polyphenols, a By-Product of the Winery Industry
Grape seed extract is good for skin care, with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer effects.
research The Effects of Finasteride on Apoptosis, Antioxidants, and Cytokines in Experimental Diabetes Rats
Finasteride may protect diabetic rats from oxidative stress and inflammation.
research A Review of Platelet-Rich Plasma: History, Biology, Mechanism of Action, and Classification
Platelet-rich plasma shows promise for skin and hair treatments but needs more research and standardization.
research Bariatric Surgery and Its Effects on the Skin and Skin Diseases
Bariatric surgery affects skin health, causing both direct complications and changes in existing skin conditions, often related to nutritional deficiencies.
research GENETIC CONTROL OF CYTOKINES
Genes affect cytokine production, which can influence chronic diseases, and certain interventions may help prevent related molecular damage.
research Pro-inflammatory Vδ1+T-cells infiltrates are present in and around the hair bulbs of non-lesional and lesional alopecia areata hair follicles
Targeting Vδ1+T-cells may help treat alopecia areata.
research Evaluation of the Treatment Effect of Aloe vera Fermentation in Burn Injury Healing Using a Rat Model
Aloe vera fermentation helps heal burns faster by reducing inflammation and changing gut bacteria.
research Hair(y) Matters in Melanoma Biology
The document concludes that the immune-inhibitory environment of the hair follicle may prevent melanoma development.