January 2015 in “UNIFESP Institutional Repository (Universidade Federal de São Paulo)” This study found that a 30 Gy radiation dose was most effective in an experimental rabbit model of radiodermatitis, causing significant tissue changes and prolonged effects compared to lower doses and a control group.
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July 2022 in “EMBO molecular medicine” This study found that targeting IL-6, IL-1, and CCR6 signaling pathways may effectively reduce irradiation-induced alopecia and dermatitis in radiotherapy patients.
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February 2021 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review synthesizes recent studies and suggests that Curcuma species may provide various dermatological benefits, but further research is needed to determine optimal delivery methods and dosages.
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February 2006 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that growth hormone significantly reduced radiation-induced skin damage in rats compared to radiation alone, suggesting potential for mitigating such effects in cancer patients.
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January 1988 in “PubMed” This study found that scalp basal cell carcinomas do not appear to behave more aggressively than other types, despite suggestions in the literature.