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January 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most women with hyperandrogenism first show acne, and skin conditions like hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are good indicators of the condition.
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July 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Autophagy changes the protein makeup of hair.
Benign ovarian tumors can cause excess male hormones and related conditions in postmenopausal women.
January 2021 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Follicular unit extraction successfully restored hair growth in a leprosy patient without disease relapse.
March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Diphencyprone treatment protocols could be simplified as no harm occurred despite not fully following them.
Dr. Min's method for eyebrow and eyelash transplantation is effective, with most hairs regrowing, and proper recovery is crucial for success.
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Scalp reduction can treat severe hair loss, but success depends on scalp flexibility and it may cause complications like pain, infection, and cosmetic issues.
October 2024 in “Cosmoderma” Proper hair care and suitable products are essential for men's scalp health and well-being.
More research is needed to understand chemotherapy-induced hair loss and its phases.
989 citations
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August 2007 in “The Lancet” PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.
170 citations
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December 2009 in “Histopathology” The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
170 citations
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November 2007 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin can heal wounds without hair follicle stem cells, but it takes a bit longer.
108 citations
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July 2002 in “Molecular and cellular biology” Overexpressing Dsg3 in mice skin causes excessive cell growth and abnormal skin development.
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June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Chronic Telogen Effluvium may resolve after years and is diagnosed by examining the patient's history and clinical signs, with treatment aimed at underlying causes and possibly minoxidil.
65 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
60 citations
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October 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.
57 citations
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August 2002 in “American Journal Of Pathology” Cathepsin L deficiency causes hair and skin issues in mice.
54 citations
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January 2009 in “Development” β-catenin, Shh, and Bmp signaling control hair follicle development.
44 citations
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July 2011 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Thyroid hormone affects skin health, with too little causing rough, pale skin and too much leading to smooth, thin skin, and may also impact wound healing and skin conditions.
43 citations
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May 1988 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
41 citations
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December 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” Understanding how melanocyte stem cells work could lead to new treatments for hair graying and skin pigmentation disorders.
41 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Long-term minoxidil use can cause pseudoacromegaly, but stopping it improves symptoms.
36 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
31 citations
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January 2009 in “Autoimmunity Reviews” Damage to hair follicle stem cells causes permanent hair loss and scarring in cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
31 citations
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August 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stem cells are key for hair follicle recovery.
30 citations
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” Scalp dermatoscopy helps diagnose and monitor hair loss severity.
30 citations
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October 2010 in “Biochemical and biophysical research communications” The Gsdma3 gene is essential for normal hair development in mice.
27 citations
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June 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment may increase hair growth for genetic hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm this.
25 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The study found that Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia mainly affects middle-aged African descent women, is linked to certain hair care practices and genetics, and often goes undiagnosed for years.