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December 2014 in “PLoS ONE” A mutation in the iRhom2 gene causes hairless mice due to abnormal hair follicle development.
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December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Sebaceous glands in our skin, developing during pregnancy and active in puberty, produce sebum for skin lubrication, temperature control, and fighting germs, also help in hormone regulation, and their dysfunction can cause conditions like acne and hair loss.
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January 2013 in “Applied and Environmental Microbiology” A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
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December 2017 in “Scientific reports” The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing hair disorders, but clear definitions are needed for accurate genetic analysis.
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April 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology” SGK3 is essential for proper hair growth and health.
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November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Human hair varies widely and should be classified by curl type rather than race.
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September 2010 in “Current Urology Reports” New treatments for long-lasting erections improve outcomes but must be timely to avoid lasting damage.
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February 2019 in “PloS one” Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds is caused by structural defects in hair shafts due to downregulated genes and proteins.
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November 2016 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document explains the difficulty in diagnosing and treating brain diseases caused by the immune system and stresses the need for quick and accurate tests.
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November 2014 The skin protects the body, regulates temperature, senses touch, and makes vitamin D.
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October 2014 in “Journal of Integrative Agriculture” Researchers found 24 genes that change significantly and affect cashmere growth in goats; this could help increase cashmere production.
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January 2000 Piedraia hortae fungi dissolve both the outer and inner layers of hair.
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Androgens, like DHT, affect hair growth and treatments like finasteride may help.
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January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” The conclusion is that different blood diseases cause specific oral symptoms and require varied treatments to manage these symptoms and improve patient health.
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January 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” IVIG therapy significantly improved symptoms in a patient with APS-2 and SPS.
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” Fasting may reduce chemotherapy side effects.
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December 1997 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” A genetic mutation in the hHa1 gene creates a smaller, but still functional, hair protein without causing hair problems.
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November 1987 in “Differentiation” Outer root sheath cells consistently express certain keratins influenced by their environment.
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January 2024 in “Microorganisms” Dupilumab improves skin microbiome balance in atopic dermatitis patients.