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July 2012 in “Cold Spring Harbor perspectives in biology” The skin protects the body and is constantly renewed by stem cells; disruptions can lead to cancer.
48 citations,
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August 2011 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Genetically-altered adult stem cells can help in wound healing and are becoming crucial in regenerative medicine and drug design.
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November 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The spiny mouse can regenerate its skin without scarring, which could help us learn how to heal human skin better.
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March 2017 in “Cell and Tissue Banking” Researchers developed a new method to quickly prepare skin cells that improve wound healing in rats.
532 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
103 citations,
June 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” FGF signaling is a promising target for developing treatments for wounds, metabolic diseases, and cancer.
35 citations,
April 2006 in “Ocular Surface” Cosmetics and procedures can cause eye issues, from mild discomfort to serious conditions, due to allergies, toxins, or poor care.
June 2016 in “CRC Press eBooks” Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.
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February 2013 in “Surgical Infections” Silver can help prevent and treat infections but its effectiveness varies and should be weighed against costs and side effects.
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June 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” European guidelines recommend regular eye and ear exams, skin care, vitamin D supplements, and cautious use of medications for managing congenital ichthyoses.
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July 1991 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a rare, serious skin condition that can affect anyone, is more common in women, and may be linked to genetics, with a 20% mortality rate mainly due to sepsis.
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August 2018 in “South African Medical Journal” Clinicians should understand tattoos to manage health issues, as tattoos can cause complications and affect medical assessments.
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