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April 2000 in “Gene” Msx and Dlx genes are crucial for development, controlling cell behaviors like growth and differentiation through their roles as gene regulators.
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December 2015 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” New targets for making and using brain-synthesized steroids could lead to better treatments for brain disorders and alcoholism.
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November 2004 in “Expert opinion on drug safety” Chemotherapy often causes hair loss, nail changes, and mouth issues, but these are usually manageable.
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January 2006 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Reduced AR gene methylation may cause early pubic hair growth in girls.
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May 2001 in “The American journal of the medical sciences” Chemotherapy can cause various skin problems, and recognizing them helps improve patient care.
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September 2015 in “Clinical lymphoma myeloma & leukemia/Clinical lymphoma, myeloma and leukemia” Recognizing and treating skin symptoms in essential thrombocythemia is crucial for patient quality of life.
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January 2002 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride affects hair growth by changing caspase and XIAP levels, potentially treating hair diseases.
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July 2022 in “Frontiers in plant science” pH changes are crucial for root hair growth because they affect enzymes and proteins that control the cell wall and growth.
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August 2023 in “Development” Hair follicles in the back of the rosette fancy mouse have reversed orientations due to a gene mutation.
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June 2019 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Alopecia in patients with epidermolysis bullosa varies in severity and is often caused by skin blistering or trauma.
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January 2021 in “Biology” Some COVID-19 patients have different skin problems, which might be the only sign of the virus or related to other health issues.
September 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Researchers found that certain RNA sequences play a role in yak hair growth and these sequences are somewhat similar to those in cashmere goats.
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July 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” K25, K27, and K28 are found in all inner root sheath layers of hair, while K26 is only in the cuticle.
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October 2015 in “BMC Genomics” Chicken feather growth involves specific genes and shares similarities with hair development.
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November 2007 in “Annals of Diagnostic Pathology” A rare benign tumor with hair follicle features was found on a man's trunk.
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January 2004 in “Adelaide Research & Scholarship (AR&S) (University of Adelaide)” SPARC likely aids in tissue remodeling during the hair cycle, not in starting new hair growth phases.
October 2024 in “Dermatologica Sinica” ECM changes may play a role in hair loss, with differences between males and females.
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July 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Minoxidil can improve hair growth in some patients with woolly hair due to LIPH variants, with varying responses and mild side effects.
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January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery removed an ovarian tumor, improving her symptoms and normalizing testosterone levels.
April 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Bird-related analogies help explain and remember skin conditions better.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” A 4-year-old had a rare type of hair loss that may have a good outcome.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Researchers found four distinct fibroblast types in human skin, which could help in treating wounds and fibrotic diseases.
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June 2019 in “Cells” Different fibroblasts play key roles in skin healing and scarring.
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November 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Different types of wrinkles need specific treatments.
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December 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Different skin cells produce unique materials, which can improve skin substitutes for healing.
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May 2020 in “Journal of The Korean Medical Association” Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for treating hair loss, with dutasteride showing potential but with side effects.
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January 2013 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” A girl inherited excessive body hair from her mother and grandmother.