A Novel Actor in Skin Biology: The Mineralocorticoid Receptor

    October 2015 in “ Experimental dermatology ”
    Nicolette Farman, Van Tuan Nguyen
    Studysummary This study found that topical MR blockers alongside glucocorticoids may limit glucocorticoid-induced skin atrophy, suggesting MR's significant role in skin-related endocrinology.
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    1. The Mineralocorticoid Receptor Plays a Transient Role in Mouse Skin Development Experimental Dermatology · 2015
    2. The Mineralocorticoid Receptor as a Novel Player in Skin Biology: Beyond the Renal Horizon? Experimental Dermatology · 2009
    3. Targeted Skin Overexpression of the Mineralocorticoid Receptor in Mice Causes Epidermal Atrophy, Premature Skin Barrier Formation, Eye Abnormalities, and Alopecia American Journal of Pathology · 2007
    4. Altered Skin Development and Impaired Proliferative and Inflammatory Responses in Transgenic Mice Overexpressing the Glucocorticoid Receptor The FASEB Journal · 2001