47 citations
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February 2021 in “Pharmacological research” Exosomes can improve skin health and offer new treatments for skin repair and rejuvenation.
52 citations
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Ginseng and its compounds may help hair growth and prevent hair loss, but more human trials are needed to confirm this.
43 citations
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November 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair and nail changes can indicate health issues, including cancer and side effects from cancer treatments.
3 citations
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September 2005 in “Experimental dermatology” The cornified envelope is crucial for skin's barrier function and involves key proteins and genetic factors.
2 citations
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July 2004 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” Near-infrared laser therapy with Indocyanine Green dye improves acne by reducing inflammation without side effects.
2 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fluocinolone acetonide slows down hair follicle stem cells but speeds up skin cell growth in mice.
37 citations
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April 2017 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” PDGF signaling is crucial for maintaining and renewing hair follicle stem cells, which could help treat hair loss.
3 citations
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June 2017 in “International Journal of Radiation Biology” Gamma rays did not change hair follicle density but increased white and hypopigmented hairs in mice.
July 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document reviews key historical figures and discoveries in dermatology.
May 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Hair follicle organoids can help study hair biology and disorders but need improvements for wider use.
114 citations
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April 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.
36 citations
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April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” Photobiomodulation may help with hair growth and wound healing, but research is inconsistent and needs better quality studies.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
9 citations
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July 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that fexofenadine reduces inflammation in chronic hives, cholestyramine helps half of pregnant women with itchy rashes, and relaxing incisions are a good alternative in facial surgery for the elderly.
1 citations
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June 2013 in “Medicine” A thorough skin history and full examination are important for diagnosing and understanding the impact of skin diseases.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Lifestyle changes can help manage androgenetic alopecia.
Wild African goats have genetic adaptations for surviving harsh desert conditions.
PlacMA hydrogels from human placenta are versatile and useful for cell culture and tissue engineering.
10 citations
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November 2010 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” Only skin melanocytes, not other types, can color hair in mice.
12 citations
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July 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Glutamic acid helps increase hair growth in mice.
82 citations
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February 2017 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
6 citations
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October 2018 in “PLoS ONE” Stress can slow hair growth and affect skin color by impacting the body's stress response system.
471 citations
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October 2012 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Understanding developmental pathways can improve wound healing treatments.
70 citations
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February 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
23 citations
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February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology” A boy with chromosome 13q deletion syndrome developed eye cancer, a woman with breast cancer lost vision due to a rare side-effect of her treatment, a man's vision worsened after using a hair loss drug, and two rare disorders were discussed. Optical Coherence Tomography is useful for diagnosing and monitoring these conditions.
20 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Dermatology” UV-B light increases inflammation-related substances in acne-related skin cells.
20 citations
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February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology” Eye exams are crucial for kids with 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause vision loss, Propecia may lead to cataracts, Lipoid Proteinosis causes skin bumps, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.
13 citations
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February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology” A baby boy with 13q deletion syndrome had eye cancer, a woman's vision improved after stopping a breast cancer drug, a man developed cataracts from using Propecia, and a rare skin disorder called Lipoid Proteinosis was discussed. Also, a tool called OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.
9 citations
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January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” A substance called poly(I:C) increases a protein called carbonic anhydrase II in skin cells, which might help with skin defense and healing.
5 citations
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February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology” Multiple eye conditions were studied, highlighting the importance of various imaging methods for diagnosis, the vision side effects of drugs tamoxifen and Propecia, and the usefulness of optical coherence tomography for diagnosing and monitoring macular and retinal diseases.