April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata affects quality of life more than androgenetic alopecia.
14 citations
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Liposomes improve the delivery and effectiveness of cosmetic ingredients but face challenges like cost and stability.
11 citations
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September 2012 in “Chinese science bulletin/Chinese Science Bulletin” Hair mineral content can help diagnose certain common illnesses.
10 citations
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December 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Genetics, stress, and health issues can cause early hair greying, which affects self-esteem, and there's no cure, only hair dye.
February 2024 in “International neuropsychiatric disease journal” Alopecia areata severely impacts quality of life, mental health, and work productivity.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathy may help improve acne scars and emotional well-being.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
February 2020 in “Our Dermatology Online” A synthetic drug and a South American herb may help treat alopecia areata in Chinese men.
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May 2008 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” Keratins are crucial for cell stability, wound healing, and cancer diagnosis.
405 citations
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May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
350 citations
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June 1989 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Itraconazole is potentially effective for treating invasive aspergillosis, but more research is needed.
316 citations
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June 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Microspheres about 1.5 micrometers in size can best penetrate hair follicles, potentially reaching important stem cells.
263 citations
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February 2013 in “Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology” Polymeric nanoparticles show promise for treating skin diseases.
144 citations
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September 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
141 citations
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November 2005 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.
129 citations
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November 2005 in “Internal Medicine Journal” Early detection and intensive treatment of diseases caused by Staphylococcus aureus toxins are crucial for reducing severe health effects.
126 citations
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January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.
99 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
99 citations
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July 2012 in “PLoS Genetics” A mutation in the KRT75 gene causes frizzle feathers in chickens.
89 citations
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September 2010 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
87 citations
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July 2018 in “Nursing Clinics of North America” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by symptoms like hair growth and menstrual issues, and requires personalized treatment.
86 citations
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October 2017 in “Translational pediatrics” Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
86 citations
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December 2001 in “Experimental dermatology” Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
83 citations
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May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
82 citations
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February 2017 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
81 citations
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January 2003 in “The FASEB Journal” Follistatin helps hair growth and cycling, while activin prevents it.
74 citations
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January 2006 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
72 citations
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April 2008 in “Organogenesis” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin and hair development and its disruption can cause skin tumors.
68 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.