40 citations,
January 2017 in “Intestinal Research” Genotyping for NUDT15 p.Arg139Cys can help predict thiopurine side effects in Japanese IBD patients.
39 citations,
January 2019 in “Cells” Gene therapy has potential as a future treatment for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.
38 citations,
January 2006 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry” Researchers isolated a new type of stem cell from mouse skin that can renew itself and turn into multiple cell types.
38 citations,
October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
37 citations,
January 1989 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery” Leaving non-absorbable sutures in for 6 months reduces scar stretching and width.
37 citations,
February 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” AGA more common in men, increases with age, linked to family history, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and smoking.
37 citations,
January 2008 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Shorter CAG repeats in a specific gene may increase male hormone activity and symptoms like acne and excess hair in women with PCOS.
35 citations,
May 2012 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.
35 citations,
February 2019 in “Cell Communication and Signaling” BMP6 and Wnt10b control whether hair follicles are resting or growing.
33 citations,
March 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Low-level laser therapy effectively treats female hair loss, increasing hair count by 51%.
32 citations,
November 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In Brazil in 2018, the most common skin issues were acne, photoaging, and nonmelanoma skin cancer, with treatments often including topical medications and sunscreen.
30 citations,
February 2003 in “Annals of Neurology” Progesterone and related compounds may help control seizures linked to the menstrual cycle but have limitations that need addressing.
30 citations,
January 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dermatologists perform most outpatient cosmetic procedures in the U.S., especially on white women aged 40 to 59.
28 citations,
August 2014 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” The VEGF +405G allele may increase the risk of PCOS in South Indian women.
27 citations,
June 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment may increase hair growth for genetic hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm this.
27 citations,
October 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” ESR2 gene variations may be linked to female pattern hair loss.
26 citations,
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Minoxidil solution safely and effectively treats hair loss.
25 citations,
August 2006 in “Human Reproduction” Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
25 citations,
November 2001 in “Kidney International” Male hormones worsen kidney transplant damage, but blocking them helps.
24 citations,
February 2006 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Cultured dermal papilla cells can regenerate hair follicles and sustain hair growth.
24 citations,
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The place where hair is transplanted can affect its growth and survival rates.
24 citations,
September 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The report suggests a possible link between hair loss and hidden scalp tumors but states more evidence is needed to confirm this.
23 citations,
August 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Both androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata negatively impact quality of life, with no significant difference between them.
23 citations,
October 2016 in “Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health” The document concludes that health care providers should offer culturally competent care and more research is needed to improve health outcomes for transgender individuals.
22 citations,
November 1998 in “Archives of Dermatology” Alternative medicine lacks scientific support and relies on the placebo effect, but remains popular and integrated into German healthcare.
22 citations,
December 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dermatologists performed the most outpatient cosmetic procedures in the U.S. from 1995 to 2003, especially on white women aged 40 to 59.
21 citations,
July 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Fat stem cells from diabetic mice can still help heal wounds.
21 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The review highlights the need for more research on transgender dermatology, the role of dermatologists in gender affirmation, and the effects of hormone therapy on skin and hair.
21 citations,
August 2014 in “Journal of Cell Communication and Signaling” Tsukushi helps control inflammation and aids in wound healing.
21 citations,
October 2008 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation surgery has improved, giving more natural results, and success depends on a skilled team and proper technique.