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Glossary Dermal Melanocytes

specialized skin cells producing pigment in the dermis

Dermal melanocytes are specialized cells located in the dermis, the deeper layer of the skin, that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. Unlike the more common epidermal melanocytes found in the outer skin layer, dermal melanocytes are involved in certain pigmentation disorders and can contribute to conditions like dermal melanocytosis, which results in blue or gray patches on the skin.

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research Cutaneous Manifestations of Mucopolysaccharidoses

8 citations , September 2016 in “Pediatric dermatology”

This review discusses the diverse clinical manifestations of mucopolysaccharidoses in children and emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and treatment initiation, but it reports no new clinical findings.

research Functionally distinct melanocyte populations revealed by reconstitution of hair follicles in mice

10 citations , November 2010 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research”

This study found that epidermal melanocytes can regenerate hair follicles, whereas non-cutaneous or dermal melanocytes cannot, suggesting two distinct melanocyte lineages with potential implications for melanocyte-related diseases.

research Role of Dermal Melanocytes in Cutaneous Pigmentation of Stasis Dermatitis

2 citations , January 2002

This study investigated the pigments and cells causing discoloration in stasis dermatitis but did not clarify the role of melanin or melanocytes in this condition.

research Sox2 in the dermal papilla regulates hair follicle pigmentation

9 citations , July 2022 in “Cell reports”

This study found that Sox2 within dermal papilla cells in the hair follicle regulates hair pigmentation, influencing the type and production of melanin.

research Steroidogenic factor-1 lineage origin of skin lesions in Carney complex syndrome

January 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

This study suggests that typical skin lesions in Carney complex may originate from the pro-melanogenic activity of a specific dermal fibroblast population influenced by PKA signaling.

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community Dermal incision with verteporfin

4 upvotes 9 months ago

Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Derma told me to quit finastirde

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 276 upvotes 10 months ago

A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

community Derma Harmony Sulfur/salicylic acid soap bar shampoo, it caused major hair loss shedding and oily scalp with acne breakout

2 upvotes 1 year ago

The Derma Harmony Sulfur/Salicylic acid soap bar shampoo caused significant hair shedding, oily scalp, and cystic acne. The user experienced better results with rosemary shampoo.

community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

in Microneedling 40 upvotes 1 year ago

Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

community Derma roll, tretinoin, minoxidil

3 upvotes 1 year ago

Use tretinoin three times a week, dermaroll once a week, and apply minoxidil daily, but avoid using all three on the same day. Tretinoin is preferred over hydrocortisone and should not be used immediately after dermarolling.

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