67 citations
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March 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
66 citations
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June 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
56 citations
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November 2016 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” The document concludes that the effectiveness of platelet rich plasma in aesthetic surgery is unclear due to inconsistent reporting and lack of objective measures in studies.
52 citations
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February 2018 in “Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome” Some skin conditions may indicate metabolic syndrome, which could help with early detection and management of related health issues.
49 citations
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November 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics” Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
46 citations
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December 2018 in “Genes & Development” Lung repair involves both dedicated and flexible stem cells, important for developing new treatments.
46 citations
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January 2015 in “Pediatric Rheumatology” Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing and managing juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus and usually get better with treatment.
43 citations
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May 1978 in “JAMA” Minoxidil controls blood pressure but may cause kidney damage and needs diuretics to prevent swelling.
40 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin and hair disorders but need more research on long-term safety and effectiveness.
40 citations
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” The skin is the largest organ, protecting the body, regulating temperature, and producing hormones.
29 citations
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March 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” New genetic factors linked to acne risk were discovered, highlighting the role of certain pathways and genes.
27 citations
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August 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Tralokinumab for atopic dermatitis may cause side effects like dizziness, headache, nausea, hair loss, and acne.
26 citations
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October 2020 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Oral tofacitinib may effectively treat hair loss in children with alopecia areata.
26 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” New method measures female hair loss: Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI).
23 citations
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August 2019 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Pollution exposure speeds up hair damage.
22 citations
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May 2021 in “Nature Communications” Tissue stiffness affects hair follicle regeneration, and Twist1 is a key regulator.
22 citations
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December 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A new storage solution may increase hair transplant graft survival.
19 citations
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November 2023 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” Synthetic melanin applied to skin speeds up wound healing.
16 citations
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October 2020 in “Lipids in Health and Disease” Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.
16 citations
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April 2015 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Using a fractional laser can stimulate hair growth, but the intensity and duration of inflammation are crucial. Too much can cause ulcers and scarring. Lower beam energy and fewer treatments are recommended to avoid damage.
14 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” Multiphoton microscopy can effectively assess breast cancer treatment responses without labels.
14 citations
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November 2014 in “European journal of medicinal chemistry” Researchers found new potential treatments for conditions related to the androgen receptor, like male hormonal contraception, by testing thousands of compounds.
13 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Inflammation around hair follicles may worsen hair loss; evaluating and treating it can improve transplant results.
12 citations
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November 2022 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” COVID-19 can directly trigger certain skin conditions like pustular dermatoses due to an inflammatory response.
12 citations
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April 2015 in “InTech eBooks” Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for tissue repair and immune response, but more research is needed to fully understand it and optimize its use.
11 citations
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August 2017 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” The new method is rapid, sensitive, and accurate for evaluating the quality of the medicinal herb Platycladi cacumen.
11 citations
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January 2012 in “Archives of Dermatology” Polarized microscopy is a quick and free method to correctly identify types of hair loss.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Dermatology” Asian patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia often lose eyebrow hair and respond well to combined antiandrogen or antimalarial and topical treatments.
9 citations
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September 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” The curved nonrotary punch is better for hair extraction in people with tightly curled hair.
9 citations
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November 2015 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Different types of PCOS in Chinese Han women show varying levels of male hormone and metabolic issues.