December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This study observed that keratosis pilaris is the most prevalent follicular keratotic disease, especially in adolescent and young adult females, and emphasized the key role of dermoscopy and histopathology in distinguishing it from other similar disorders and aiding in diagnosis.
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October 2002 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study observed that follicular dysplasia in Weimar Pointers produces histopathological features and hair abnormalities similar to color dilution alopecia, though less severe.
September 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This study identified key dermoscopic features in folliculotropic mycosis fungoides patients, showing that dilation of follicular openings and spiky follicular keratosis are specific indicators of follicular involvement, potentially aiding in diagnosis, classification, and treatment decisions.
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July 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that the transcription factor Gata6 plays a role in maintaining the structure of the upper hair follicle and may be implicated in conditions marked by its abnormal expansion, such as acne or cystic diseases.
This study observed that long-term laser hair removal in women may alter hair follicle structures and stem cell interactions, with dermal fibrosis potentially influencing hair regrowth prevention.