13 citations
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in oncology” Melanoma development can be linked to the breakdown of skin's melanin-producing units.
12 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
10 citations
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
9 citations
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November 2018 in “Drug Discovery Today” Using skin stem cells and certain molecules might lead to scar-free skin healing.
9 citations
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March 1968 in “The BMJ” A woman's severe skin reaction was caused by an allergy to a skin treatment.
8 citations
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April 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems but also treat some skin conditions.
8 citations
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April 2014 in “Anti-Cancer Drugs” A hormone linked to collagen helps hair grow back in mice after chemotherapy, and may also prevent bone loss.
6 citations
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August 2014 in “Toxicologic pathology” Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
6 citations
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March 1999 in “Journal of pediatric health care” The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
6 citations
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February 1974 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
5 citations
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April 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Aging skin shows thinner layers, fewer hair follicles, and new biomarkers like increased space between cells and smaller sebaceous glands.
5 citations
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September 2010 in “Cancer Prevention Research” The research suggests new treatments for skin cancer could target specific cell growth pathways.
4 citations
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January 2012 in “Chemical Immunology” Some drugs, especially biologics, can cause skin reactions that look like other skin diseases, and stopping the drug usually helps clear up these reactions.
4 citations
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October 2005 in “Pediatric Transplantation” Pediatric transplant patients often experience unique skin changes mainly due to medication use.
2 citations
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April 2023 in “South East European Journal of Immunology” High leptin levels may promote skin cancer and inflammation, suggesting potential for leptin-targeted therapies.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of nutrition & health” Fish oil improves skin health in people with diabetes and high cholesterol.
1 citations
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October 2025 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Exosomes could revolutionize skin disease treatment and healing.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “African Scientific Reports” Natural compounds can lighten skin by reducing melanin.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” Activating autophagy in dogs with certain diseases improves their skin and hair.
1 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of the Medical Sciences (Berkala Ilmu Kedokteran)” Transplanting melanocyte stem cells from hair follicles can effectively treat vitiligo.
1 citations
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January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that the skin is a complex organ providing protection, sensation, and healing, with challenges in treating conditions like itchiness.
1 citations
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that a deeper understanding of skin aging and photodamage is needed to create better skin treatments.
January 2024 in “Archives of pharmacy practice” The skin is vital for protection, temperature control, fluid balance, immunity, and sensing, with damage affecting daily life and mental health.
March 2025 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” Microspicule cosmetics improve skin whitening, pores, and barrier strength.
February 2025 in “Theranostics” 3D bioprinting with special hydrogels can create artificial skin that heals wounds and regrows hair in mice.
October 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Immune cells are essential for early hair and skin development and healing.
January 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Skin lesions in Carney complex are likely caused by a specific group of skin cells that promote pigment production due to a genetic mutation.
November 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Microbiology” COVID-19 protective measures led to skin irritation, hair loss, and brittle nails; using skin-friendly products and a healthy diet is recommended.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” PRC1 influences skin stem cell development by both turning genes on and off, affecting hair growth and skin cell types.
Skin stem cells are crucial for maintaining and repairing skin, with potential for treating skin disorders and improving wound healing.