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research Follicular delivery of a novel peptide therapeutic for the treatment of androgenic alopecia
A new peptide, murikal/SPR4, was found to significantly increase hair growth in mice, and its liposomal topical formulations enhanced hair growth more than commercial products. However, results on human scalp skin were unclear, needing more tests.
research Three-Month Treatment With a Long-Acting Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist of Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Effects on Tissue Androgen Concentration, 5α-Reductase Activity and Androgen Receptor Content*
A three-month treatment with a GnRH agonist significantly lowered androgen levels and 5α-reductase activity in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Tinea genitalis: a new entity of sexually transmitted infection? Case series and review of the literature
Sexual activity can spread T. interdigitale, needing quick antifungal treatment to avoid permanent scarring.
research Isolated eyebrow and eyelash trichotillomania mimicking alopecia areata
Some children and young adults with eyebrow and eyelash hair loss actually have a hair-pulling disorder, often with related psychological issues.
research A Meta-analysis of the Evidence for Assisted Therapy with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Atrophic Acne Scars
Platelet-rich plasma therapy helps improve atrophic acne scars.
research Generalized pustular toxic erythema: pathogenetic relationship between pustule and epidermal appendage (hair follicle or sweat duct)
Pustules in toxic erythema are linked to hair follicles or sweat ducts.
research Analysis of potentially toxic contaminants in milk powder
Milk powder in Romania often has unsafe levels of aluminum and other elements, posing health risks.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Melasma—A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can significantly improve melasma, a skin pigmentation disorder, but may not add benefits when used with certain other treatments.
research Protective trend of anti-androgen therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic: A meta-analysis
Anti-androgen therapy might help protect against COVID-19 infection and reduce death risk.
research Botulinum Toxin for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Botulinum toxin is not proven effective for treating hair loss.
research Do transgender patients experience more barriers in accessing oral healthcare and suffer an increased risk of poor oral health: can this lead to a lower oral health-related quality of life?
Transgender patients face more barriers to oral healthcare, leading to poorer oral health and quality of life.
research A Series of Clinical Cases of Psychocutaneous Disorders in a Dermatology Unit in Albania
The conclusion is that a team of skin doctors and psychiatrists is needed to better treat patients with mind-skin disorders.
research Compatibility of Different Formulations in TrichoConceptTM Vehicles for Hair Treatments
Different hair loss treatment ingredients work well with TrichoTech™ vehicles for 3 to 6 months, making them good for use in hair treatments.
research Influence of Pigmentation on the Codeine Content of Hair Fibers in Guinea Pigs
Darker hair in guinea pigs holds more codeine than lighter hair.
research Topical Application of Ketoconazole Stimulates Hair Growth in C3H/HeN Mice
Putting ketoconazole on the skin can help mice grow hair.
research Hair as an Index of Protein Malnutrition
Hair cystine levels may indicate protein malnutrition, but more research is needed.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: possible familial aetiology in two African families from South Africa
The conclusion is that hair loss from CCCA may be genetic and not solely caused by hair grooming practices.
research The investigation and management of severe hyperandrogenism pre- and postmenopause: Non-tumor disease is strongly associated with metabolic syndrome and typically responds to insulin-sensitization with metformin
High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
research Type 2 Diabetic Mellitus Inhibits Skin Renewal through Inhibiting WNT-Dependent Lgr5+ Hair Follicle Stem Cell Activation in C57BL/6 Mice
Type 2 diabetes slows down skin and hair renewal by blocking important stem cell activation in mice.
research Activity of steroid 4 and derivatives 4a–4f as inhibitors of the enzyme 5α-reductase 1
Compounds 4, 4b, and 4c effectively inhibit an enzyme linked to testosterone conversion without significant toxicity.
research Lupus-Associated Knee Pain: An Atypical Presentation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in a Young Male
SLE can occur in young males and cause knee pain.
research Hair shaft disorders: a rare case series
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of hair shaft disorders require understanding their unique causes and avoiding hair-damaging practices.
research Alopecia in Belgian Blue crossbred calves: a case series
The hair loss in Belgian Blue crossbred calves was caused by a diet issue, not by disease or infection.
research 689 Regional differences in scalp innervation: A pilot study of the healthy scalp
The back of the scalp has more nerve fibers than the front, which may explain why some people feel more sensitivity there.
research Variations of Hair Follicle Size and Distribution in Different Body Sites
Hair follicle size and distribution vary significantly across different body sites.
research Erythromelanosis follicularis faciei in women
Erythromelanosis follicularis faciei can also affect women, though it's rare.
research Systematic analyses of murine masculinization processes based on genital sex differentiation parameters
DHT is crucial for urethral formation, and its disruption can affect masculinization and lead to hypospadias.
research Sisaipho: A New Form of Presentation of Alopecia Areata
Researchers identified a new hair loss pattern called "sisaipho type," where hair is lost across the scalp except around the edges.
research A Heritable Keratinization Defect of the Superficial Epidermis in Norfolk Terriers
Norfolk Terriers have a genetic skin defect causing scaling and blisters due to a keratin issue.