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.
6 citations
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November 2013 in “International Journal of Radiation Biology” Gamma-rays exposure during the resting phase of hair growth can damage hair regeneration and color in mice.
April 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Burn injuries can cause long-term itching, skin color changes, and cancer risks, needing personalized treatment.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Krox20 is important for maintaining stem cells in the skin and affects hair growth and color.
Thicker hair resists fungal damage better, and hair color doesn't affect susceptibility.
July 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology” The document suggests more research is needed to understand skin conditions related to toothpaste and other treatments.
September 2014 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Hair diameter difference, brown skin discoloration around hair follicles, and missing hair in certain areas are key signs of androgenetic alopecia (commonly known as hair loss) when viewed under a dermoscope.
2 citations
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May 1985 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” Chlorinated compounds like TCDD can cause skin issues and chloracne by affecting cell behavior.
10 citations
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November 2010 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” Only skin melanocytes, not other types, can color hair in mice.
2 citations
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July 2016 in “Veterinary dermatology” Hyperaesthetic leucotrichia in horses causes painful, recurring skin lesions and hair color changes, especially in Arabian and American paint horses.
1 citations
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January 2016 in “Acta histochemica” Black sheep have higher levels of Gnαs and Gnα11 proteins, which may affect their coat color.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document suggests a bacteria plays a significant role in acne rosacea and that white hair can regain color after transplant, meriting more research on reversing grey hair.
Alkylating agents can kill cancer cells but may cause skin and allergic reactions.
93 citations
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October 2006 in “The International Journal of Biochemistry & Cell Biology” Melanocytes are crucial for skin pigmentation and can affect conditions like melanoma, vitiligo, and albinism, as well as hair color and hearing.
4 citations
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May 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The research showed how melanocytes develop, move, and respond to UV light, and their stem cells' role in hair color and skin cancer risk.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “African Scientific Reports” Natural compounds can lighten skin by reducing melanin.
August 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Periplaneta americana extract helps hair regrowth by reducing inflammation and improving skin bacteria balance.
August 2013 in “Gastroenterology” A 60-year-old man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved with treatment, but the condition has a high mortality rate and a risk of colorectal cancer.
277 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” The skin's layers protect, sense, and regulate the body's internal balance, but can be prone to cancer.
52 citations
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February 2012 in “Plastic Surgery International” Skin grafting is a key procedure for repairing skin defects, with the success depending on the right graft choice, donor site management, and aftercare.
50 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B Applied Biomaterials” Keratin-gelatin films improve skin graft success in dogs.
47 citations
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March 2017 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Certain skin conditions may indicate or increase the risk of Parkinson's disease.
20 citations
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September 2021 in “Nature communications” Cat color patterns are determined early in development by gene expression and epidermal changes, with the Dickkopf 4 gene playing a crucial role.
19 citations
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July 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.
19 citations
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October 2008 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Anti-cancer treatments can cause reversible hair loss, skin sensitivity, pigmentation changes, nail damage, and skin reactions, with a need for more research on managing these side effects.
16 citations
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January 1998 in “PubMed” Sun exposure and genetics increase skin cancer risk from precancerous lesions.
11 citations
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March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with dark skin were satisfied with laser hair removal and had few complications.
11 citations
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June 2005 in “Stem Cells and Development” Intestinal stem cells can help repair skin damage from radiation.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery” The Fibonacci 'snail' flap heals faster and looks better than skin grafts for scalp reconstruction.
1 citations
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August 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Facial threading reduces skin roughness and improves appearance but doesn't affect hydration or melanin.