20 citations
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June 1964 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study described three cases of follicular mucinosis and observed that one case responded rapidly to systemic corticosteroids, suggesting a potential therapeutic effect.
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January 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This case report presents a young girl with both alopecia areata and immune thrombocytopenic purpura, suggesting a previously unreported association possibly involving cross-reactive antibodies between glycoproteins.
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January 1992 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found distinct differences in UEA I glycoprotein binding on follicular keratinocytes between anagen and telogen hair follicles, with staining associated with follicle length and regrowth.
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June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified FP-1 as a highly specific extracellular matrix protein in follicular papilla cells, which may play a role in hair growth regulation during specific hair cycle phases.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” In this review, researchers explore the roles of lactoferrin in skin and hair health, highlighting its potential anti-inflammatory and regenerative benefits despite the lack of well-controlled clinical trials for hair-specific outcomes.