This study found that human hair follicles emit electromagnetic fields due to metabolic activity linked to S100 proteins, visualized using a novel microscopic technique with nano-sized iron particles.
8 citations
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January 2012 in “Dermatology” This paper reports two cases of telogen effluvium in children following HPV vaccination, resolving spontaneously but associated with social and emotional distress.
8 citations
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July 2002 in “X-Ray Spectrometry” In this study, researchers found a correlation between x-ray patterns and the element composition of human hair, with certain metal roles in the hair matrix considered.
7 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This article reviews current research on the link between COVID-19 and alopecia areata, suggesting COVID-19 may increase the risk of autoimmune diseases, including alopecia, especially in those over 40, and discusses potential mechanisms and treatment options.
7 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had increased oxidative stress and microinflammation, contributing to hair loss, due to elevated levels of specific serum biomarkers compared to controls.
6 citations
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January 2025 in “Differentiation” This review highlights the role of the glycoprotein WNT10A in human tissue and organ development, exploring its genetic structure, expression, and association with disorders like ectodermal dysplasia and pathological conditions such as fibrosis and cancer.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Nutrients” This study found that biotin deficiency in mice led to reduced zinc levels, disappearance of epidermal Langerhans cells, and increased ATP production, resulting in prolonged irritant contact dermatitis.
5 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with primary cicatricial alopecia have a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
5 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” This case report describes a 35-year-old man who developed an atypical DRESS syndrome after taking topiramate for migraine prevention, which resolved with drug withdrawal and symptomatic treatment.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study examines the link between testosterone use and hair health in males, stressing the importance of developing guidelines for safe usage due to associated health risks like liver toxicity, gynecomastia, and hair loss.
4 citations
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August 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study reported an increased likelihood of hidradenitis suppurativa flares in patients who received mRNA COVID-19 vaccines compared to those who received non-mRNA vaccines, indicating a potential association that warrants further research in larger populations.
4 citations
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August 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study was retracted.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “PubMed” This article discusses the association between COVID-19 infection and hair loss and reports no new clinical findings on the link or underlying mechanisms involved.
4 citations
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September 2021 in “Frontiers in allergy” This review discusses the shared biological mechanisms between allergy and autoimmunity, emphasizing pruritus as a central symptom in psychophysiological dermatoses, and reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” This article discusses the structures surrounding hair follicles and introduces aspects like follicle groups and the dermal sheath, but it reports no new research findings.
4 citations
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August 2015 in “Medical Hypotheses” This study discusses hormonal changes in gastroesophageal reflux disease that may affect sebaceous gland secretion but does not report new clinical results, suggesting a need for collaborative research in gastroenterology and dermatology.
4 citations
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March 2005 in “Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine” This case report describes a basal cell carcinoma arising in association with a vellus hair cyst, which the authors note has not been previously reported.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that patients with alopecia areata exhibited increased CRHR1 expression on circulating monocytes compared to controls, suggesting that stress-related factors like CRH and CRHR1 may contribute to the development and progression of the condition, particularly in chronic cases and those with larger lesions.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Cutis” This study focused on developing workflows for conducting virtual hair and scalp examinations during teledermatology visits, especially for patients with skin of color, due to the rise in alopecia consultations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
3 citations
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November 2020 in “Ciencia Tecnología y Salud” This review describes the signs, symptoms, and complications of COVID-19, noting that symptoms often overlap with common and non-specific features, especially in older adults and in different stages of illness.
3 citations
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January 2017 in “Chinese Science Bulletin (Chinese Version)” This review discusses the gut-brain-skin axis and its role in skin diseases, advocating for treatments that integrate gut microbiota, mental health, and dietary interventions, but reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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April 2016 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” In this study, researchers developed a new murine model for transplanting vibrissae that mimics human hair transplantation, achieving successful hair growth in immune-deficient nude mice.
3 citations
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January 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This paper reviews the growing use of psychotropic drugs in dermatology due to the link between mental states and skin conditions but does not present new clinical findings.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review summarizes the roles of matricellular proteins in skin stem cell niches, highlighting their contribution to stem cell fate, self-renewal, and potential implications for wound healing and aging.
2 citations
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May 2023 in “Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology” This review suggests a potential link between alopecia areata and periodontitis, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches, including dental assessments and treatments, to potentially improve outcomes for patients with unexplained alopecia.
2 citations
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March 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Personalized medicine is important for treating skin disorders, with new treatments and connections to hormones and genetics being explored.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that low temperatures and nitrogen deficiency trigger root hair elongation through a molecular mechanism involving the receptor kinase FERONIA and the TOR Complex 1.
2 citations
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January 2013 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This article discusses the link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome and emphasizes the need for monitoring these patients for cardiovascular disease risk, but it reports no new trial data.
2 citations
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September 2012 in “Turk Dermatoloji Dergisi” Low levels of ferritin and vitamin B12 are common in women with telogen effluvium, but the link between nutrient deficiencies and the condition is not clear.
2 citations
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August 1995 in “Acta agriculturæ Scandinavica. Section A, Animal science” This study observed that adult male raccoon dogs undergo seasonal moults, with winter fur maturing by the end of November after significant hair growth in spring and autumn.