This study mapped the curly mutation in mice to a specific region on chromosome 11, identifying it as a candidate model for studying human genetic hair disorders.
September 2023 in “World Rabbit Science” In this study using Angora rabbits, researchers found that the FRZB gene inhibits hair follicle development by modulating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, affecting the expression of various genes related to this pathway and altering cell proliferation and apoptosis.
42 citations
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September 2012 in “PLoS ONE” In this study, bezafibrate treatment improved certain aging-like features in a mouse model with mitochondrial dysfunction, but did not enhance muscle function or lifespan.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This review discusses the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of beard alopecia areata and reports no new clinical results, though it highlights recent treatment advances with janus kinase inhibitors.
October 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study found that serum FABP4 levels were significantly higher in alopecia areata patients compared to healthy controls and may correlate with disease severity.
February 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This abstract highlights hair loss in women as often misunderstood and lacking sympathy from others, without reporting additional clinical findings.
20 citations
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May 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” This study identified a novel missense MAFB variant in a family with some unaffected members, suggesting incomplete penetrance and the potential influence of modifier genes, epigenetic mechanisms, or environmental factors on MCTO phenotype.
January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” This snippet mentions an increase in women seeking surgical hair restoration and subsequently encountering more cases of frontal fibrosing alopecia, but the abstract doesn't contain results or conclusions.
2 citations
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May 2004 in “SKINmed/Skinmed” This article discusses pseudofolliculitis barbae but reports no new research findings.
September 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the formation and membership of the British Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons and reports no clinical findings.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part C Seminars in Medical Genetics” The researchers reported that repurposing the drug eflornithine may offer a treatment option for Bachmann-Bupp Syndrome, highlighting a potential model for other rare diseases.
June 2026 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This pilot study found that using the Breathr mindfulness app daily provided limited anxiety relief for some adolescents with alopecia areata over a three-month period.
14 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can affect men's beards and leads to permanent hair loss.
May 2006 in “The American journal of medicine” This article presents a case of a 45-year-old African American man with firm, hyperpigmented papules and pustules on his cheeks and neck, persisting despite various shaving methods.
17 citations
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July 1977 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Proper shaving techniques and specific topical treatments can help manage pseudofolliculitis barbae.
15 citations
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September 2018 in “Frontiers in Plant Science” This study identified that downregulation of the gene BcFLA1 decreases root hair length in Brassica carinata under phosphate-deficient conditions, highlighting its role in root hair elongation.
December 2024 in “Routledge eBooks” In this study, the author explores ancient Egyptian attitudes towards male pattern baldness through interdisciplinary and biblical feminist perspectives, revealing that baldness was recognized as unattractive yet also associated with respect for older men's work ethic and masculinity.
22 citations
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March 1994 in “Journal of Heredity” In this study, researchers identified a mutation in mice that causes hair loss and immune system issues, located on chromosome 18.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This review focuses on the pharmacological properties, indications, contraindications, and safety profile of bicalutamide, a non-steroidal androgen receptor antagonist, in dermatological research, particularly its off-label use for improving female pattern hair loss as measured by Sinclair grading.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that administering botulinum toxin A via Flex-PADs to mouse footpads inhibited sweating similarly to traditional injections, suggesting a promising patient-friendly delivery method for hyperhidrosis treatment.
4 citations
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October 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Bardet-Biedl syndrome may include under-recognized skin problems related to its metabolic disturbances.
October 2025 in “Phytomedicine” This study demonstrates that Bazi Bushen capsules may have therapeutic potential against skin photoaging in mice by enhancing NRF2 expression and targeting the KEAP1-NRF2 pathway.
2 citations
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October 2007 in “Kafrelsheikh Veterinary Medical Journal” This study examined the morphological features of buffalo lips, finding that their structure includes distinct layers of skin, muscle, connective tissue, and glands.
September 1973 in “Primates” 4 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” This study proposes that seasonal alopecia and reproductive changes in six female fossas at the San Diego Zoo may be linked to hormonal changes associated with reproductive activity.
9 citations
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October 2015 in “Cutaneous and ocular toxicology” This case report observed vemurafenib-induced pityriasis amiantacea, a scalp scaling reaction, in a patient with metastatic melanoma, which was managed symptomatically without altering vemurafenib treatment.
April 2012 in “The FASEB Journal” In this study, researchers observed that knocking down the LPA 4 receptor in zebrafish embryos led to vascular and lymph vessel development abnormalities, including edema and decreased heartbeats.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “Cancer Innovation” This paper discusses the recent advancements and challenges of flexible bioelectronics in personalized health management and cancer therapy, but reports no new studies or results.
February 2021 in “International journal of men's social and community health” This study found that online forums provide insights into men's experiences with baldness, highlighting issues such as distress, stigma, and resistance while suggesting a need for better support resources.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This report detailed the British Hair and Nail Society's national grand round, which aids in diagnosing and treating complex hair disorders, showcasing rare diagnoses and suggesting novel therapies.