209 citations
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September 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review discusses the role of androgens in hair follicle regulation and suggests that a better understanding could enhance treatments for conditions like hirsutism and alopecia, but does not present new findings.
2 citations
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March 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study demonstrated that herbal therapy with oil extract increased triglyceride content in dog hair, suggesting potential benefits on coat quality that require further investigation.
29 citations
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January 2004 in “Experimental Dermatology” In this study, anthralin treatment led to hair regrowth in alopecia areata-like affected C3H/HeJ mice, suggesting it may be an effective therapy for this condition.
9 citations
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June 2020 in “Animal genetics” In this study, researchers identified genetic variants in the PCCA and PRLR genes that are significantly associated with hair coat length in Brangus heifers, potentially contributing to more thermotolerant cattle.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “BMC Genomics” This study identified 71 SNPs linked to black wool traits in Qira sheep and found that specific mutations in the TYRP1 gene significantly correlate with coat color variations, providing insights for their genetic selection and conservation.
1 citations
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June 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology” This case report describes a presumptive case of ichthyosis fetalis in a cross-bred lamb and highlights the need for this rare condition in sheep to be considered by veterinarians in the differential diagnosis of dermatopathies.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses melanocytes' role in pigmentation, their clinical significance in conditions like vitiligo and hair graying, and highlights current research on hair follicle regeneration without reporting new clinical results.
1 citations
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February 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Genetic mutations cause various hair diseases, and whole genome sequencing may reveal more about these conditions.
June 2026 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This study found that dogs with alopecia treated with platelet-rich plasma in addition to conventional therapy experienced faster hair regrowth, better coat quality, and higher recovery rates compared to conventional therapy alone.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” In this case report, a one-year-old male husky with canine demodicosis exhibited significant improvement in skin condition after receiving treatment with Nexgard®, antibiotics, and supportive therapies, suggesting Nexgard® as an effective option for managing this condition.
November 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This source discusses various causes of hair loss, including conditions like alopecia areata and infections like ringworm, and notes that herbal formulations are gaining attention as potential treatments due to their minimal side effects compared to synthetic drugs.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This chapter reviews types and causes of hair loss in children and suggests a diagnostic approach for identifying and treating this condition, but it reports no new clinical results.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This case report identifies a novel LIPH gene mutation linked to autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis in a Japanese boy, expanding the spectrum of known mutations associated with this condition.
24 citations
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May 2009 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This review discusses the dermatology of nonhuman primates and emphasizes the need for a cohesive approach to study and report their dermatologic diseases, without assuming similarities to human or other veterinary conditions.
23 citations
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March 1989 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice” This review discusses dermatological issues in llamas, detailing common findings, parasites, and disorders, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for recognizing normal skin variations and discusses potential treatments like zinc therapy for certain conditions.
10 citations
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March 2015 in “American journal of primatology” This study found that ringtailed lemurs consuming leucaena in Berenty absorb mimosine, which causes alopecia without affecting body condition or organ toxicity; this may increase infant mortality due to alopecic mothers.
April 2026 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this case report, researchers observed that apple cider vinegar used as a topical antimicrobial agent effectively improved skin condition and reduced lesions associated with scabiosis and malasseziosis in a 3-year-old domestic cat, with noticeable results in 7 days.
December 2025 in “Yemeni Journal of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences” This study concluded that mineral deficiencies in sheep and goats grazing in Sana’a Governorate, Yemen, were linked to poor health and performance, recommending mineral supplementation to improve their condition.
124 citations
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December 2016 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review discusses the functions and potential therapeutic targeting of TRP ion channels in the skin, noting their involvement in both physiological processes and various pathological conditions, but reports no new experimental results.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common type of hair loss, focusing on differentiation from other conditions and potential causes, but presents no new research findings.
59 citations
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March 2020 in “Journal of Biomedical Science” This study explored the complex roles of niche cells in regulating hair follicle stem cells, identifying specific cell functions such as signaling, sensing, and relaying messages, which could provide insights into treating hair loss conditions like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata.
59 citations
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April 2016 in “Cell Reports” This study demonstrated that EdnrB signaling promotes melanocyte stem cell proliferation and differentiation, enhancing hair and epidermal melanocyte regeneration, especially under conditions of active Wnt signaling.
56 citations
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February 2012 in “Cell Cycle” This review discusses the role of miRNA/mRNA regulatory networks in skin development, epidermal homeostasis, and tissue remodeling, and suggests potential for miRNA-based therapies in treating skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
50 citations
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April 2014 in “Nature Communications” This study analyzed skin from 538 knockout mouse mutants and identified 50 with epidermal phenotypes, providing valuable insights into genetic conditions and systemic effects related to skin abnormalities.
35 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that serum calcium, serum ferritin, and vitamin D3 levels were lower in students with premature graying of hair compared to controls, suggesting a potential role in the condition.
16 citations
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July 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, iL-PRF injections produced significantly better clinical scores for androgenetic alopecia patients compared to controls, especially in those with more severe baseline conditions.
14 citations
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July 2016 in “Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology” In this animal study, cedrol treatment reduced chemotherapy-induced alopecia in mice by preventing hair follicle damage, while minoxidil did not prevent alopecia under similar conditions.
9 citations
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May 2005 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” This article examines anticytokine therapies for autoimmune diseases, highlighting the potential of anti-interferon-γ as a universal treatment for certain conditions and noting varying effectiveness of tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors.
9 citations
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June 2003 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study describes recurrent or persistent follicular dysplasia and interface dermatitis in Boxers, noting concurrent courses and potential influences from photoperiod or genetics, but without identifying the condition's exact causes.