research Plants Producing Ribosome-Inactivating Proteins in Traditional Medicine
Some plants used in traditional medicine may help treat cancer because they contain proteins that can inactivate ribosomes.
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research The Cultural and Philosophical Concepts of Cosmetics in Beauty and Art Through the Medical History of Mankind
Cosmetics enhance beauty, fix defects, and intimidate enemies, with varying cultural standards and alternative methods.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
research Environmental Influences on the Hair Follicle
Environmental factors like temperature and nutrition affect hair growth, with humans showing seasonal hair growth differences.
research Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2014 Objectives and Design Update
The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.
research Assessment of the Usefulness of Dihydrotestosterone in the Diagnostics of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
DHT's role in hair loss is important, but measuring its level for diagnosis is questionable.
research Alopecia in IL-10-Deficient Mouse Pups Is c-Kit-Dependent and Can Be Triggered by Iron Deficiency
Hair loss in certain young mice is linked to a specific gene and can be caused by lack of iron.
research Ectrodactyly, Ectodermal Dysplasia, and Cleft Lip/Palate Syndrome with Concomitant Lymphopenia: A Novel TP63 Mutation
A new TP63 mutation was found in a baby with EEC syndrome, showing the need for TREC testing to check for immune issues.
research The Association Between rs2476601 Polymorphism in PTPN22 Gene and Risk of Alopecia Areata
The C-allele and CC-genotype in the PTPN22 gene lower the risk of alopecia areata.
research Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease Diagnosed in a Black-Skinned Woman in Internal Medicine
A black-skinned woman was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease and treated with steroids and eye drops.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a new type of scarring hair loss that resembles common baldness and an autoimmune skin disease.
research Skin Shedding and Tissue Regeneration in African Spiny Mice (Acomys)
African spiny mice can regenerate skin, hair, and cartilage, but not muscle, and their unique abilities could be useful for regenerative medicine.
research The Role of Retinoids in the Management of Cutaneous Conditions in Black Individuals
Retinoids help manage skin conditions in black individuals.
research Hair Follicle Characteristics and Fiber Production in South American Camelids
South American camelids should be sheared early, fleece type affects fiber quality, and the S/P follicle ratio doesn't distinguish between Bolivian llama genotypes.
research Genome Scan for Signatures of Adaptive Evolution in Wild African Goat (Capra Nubiana)
Wild African goats have genetic adaptations for surviving harsh desert conditions.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: Chronic Condition in African Men
Acne keloidalis nuchae is a chronic skin condition more common in African men, causing itchy or painful bumps and can lead to permanent hair loss if not treated early.
research Hormones and Skin: A Never Ending Love Story
Hormones significantly affect skin health, with vitamin D playing a key role.
research Skin
Skin problems are common in Lupus patients and can indicate the disease's severity, requiring specific treatments and lifestyle changes.
research Lupus Erythematosus and the Skin
Lupus affects the skin in various ways, and proper skin examination is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
research Implications of a Clinically Ignored Site of Acanthosis Nigricans: The Knuckles
Knuckle Acanthosis Nigricans is common in Latin American youth and may indicate early insulin resistance, especially in those with normal weight.
research Dermatologic Features of Classic Movie Villains
Most classic movie villains have skin conditions, unlike the heroes, which may cause bias against real people with similar conditions.
research Enhanced Ectodysplasin-A Receptor Signaling Alters Multiple Fiber Characteristics to Produce the East Asian Hair Form
A genetic change in the EDAR gene causes the unique hair traits found in East Asians.
research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children
Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
research Neonatal Lupus Syndrome in a Nigerian Child
A Nigerian baby with neonatal lupus got better with treatment by 6 months.
research Seasonal and Social Correlates of Changes in Hair, Skin, and Scrotal Condition in Vervet Monkeys (Cercopithecus Aethiops) of Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Vervet monkeys show physical changes like hair loss and scrotal color changes due to stress or nutrition issues.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution in 16 African-Descent and Hispanic Female Patients: A Challenging Diagnosis
FAPD is a possible diagnosis for hair loss in patients of color and requires multiple evaluations for accurate diagnosis.
research Bilateral Nevus Comedonicus of the Eyelids: An Unusual Cause of Ptosis and Ectropion
A rare skin condition caused droopy and outward-turning eyelids in a patient.
research Pediatric Psychocutaneous Disorders
Recognizing and managing skin-related psychiatric disorders in children is crucial for effective treatment.
research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: A Systematic Review
Eruptive vellus hair cysts are a cosmetic skin condition, more common in young adults, with few effective treatments.