September 2024 in “Turkish Journal of Dermatology” A lower second to fourth finger length ratio may predict male alopecia areata.
October 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Hair loss greatly affects quality of life, and dermatologists are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Daylight photodynamic therapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating actinic keratoses with minimal side effects.
August 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Certain gene mutations can weaken the skin barrier and, when combined with environmental factors, lead to eczema and severe itching.
January 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Lupus can cause different skin problems, and treatments like quitting smoking and using certain creams or medicines can help.
November 2010 in “Clin-Alert” Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.
260 citations
,
December 2012 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin development and health, and its disruption can cause skin diseases.
172 citations
,
May 2018 in “Nature” Mammalian organs regenerate using stem cells and cell plasticity, but this ability declines with age.
138 citations
,
July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Eating less sugar, milk, and saturated fats and more vegetables and fish may help treat and prevent acne.
134 citations
,
January 2019 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Antibiotics can reduce acne but may lead to resistant bacteria, and understanding the skin's bacteria is important for treatment.
77 citations
,
June 2007 in “PLoS ONE” Birds can regenerate inner ear cells using specific gene pathways, unlike mammals.
74 citations
,
May 2016 in “Current opinion in pediatrics, with evaluated MEDLINE/Current opinion in pediatrics” Both vitiligo and alopecia areata involve an immune response triggered by stress and specific genes, with treatments targeting this pathway showing potential.
51 citations
,
June 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” The document concludes that while there are promising methods to control CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, more research is needed to overcome challenges related to safety and effectiveness for clinical use.
41 citations
,
October 2024 in “Nature Communications” A new wearable LED device helps heal chronic infected wounds at home.
29 citations
,
September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
26 citations
,
October 2023 in “Neuroscience Bulletin” Stem cell therapy could help regenerate inner ear hair cells to treat hearing loss.
20 citations
,
October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
15 citations
,
July 2019 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” The erbium-glass laser effectively promotes hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
11 citations
,
July 2016 in “Current Opinion in Cell Biology” New techniques have enhanced our understanding of how stem cells function and the role of mutations in aging tissues, which may influence future cancer therapies.
9 citations
,
July 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” New treatments for epidermolysis bullosa show promise in improving patients' lives, but a cure is still not available.
4 citations
,
January 2026 in “Cell Discovery” Understanding wound healing involves coordinating different phases and areas to improve treatment strategies.
4 citations
,
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.
3 citations
,
November 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Testosterone can both promote hair growth and cause baldness by affecting hair growth signals.
2 citations
,
April 2017 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” Platelet-rich plasma therapy shows promise for hair regrowth in alopecia patients.
1 citations
,
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” Tildrakizumab may cause alopecia areata, but stopping it and using corticosteroids can regrow hair.
1 citations
,
November 2025 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” lncRNAs are important for understanding and treating skin diseases.
1 citations
,
February 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Bariatric surgery helps with weight loss but can cause physical and mental health challenges.
1 citations
,
March 2024 in “BioDrugs” Biologics for severe asthma have known side effects, but some new risks need more study.
April 2024 in “BMB Reports” Lack of Cisd2 disrupts calcium balance in cells, leading to poorly functioning neutrophils.