research Blinding in Placebo-Controlled Trials
The conclusion suggests that the zinc lozenge study is valid despite imperfect blinding, as many participants could not correctly identify their lozenge type.
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research Ethical Principles for Everyone
The document concludes that more research is needed on the hepatitis B vaccine's side effects and the effectiveness of certain treatments for specific diseases.
research Cross-Interactions of BMP and WNT Signaling Pathways Attenuate Androgen Effect on Hair Follicle Stem Cell Differentiation
BMPs are important for hair growth and can counteract the negative effects of androgens on hair follicle stem cells.
research Telogen Effluvium: Understanding the Hair Follicle Cycle and Hair Loss
Telogen effluvium is hair loss caused by disruption of the normal hair cycle.
research Do Hair Bulb Melanocytes Undergo Apoptosis During Hair Follicle Regression (Catagen)?
Hair follicle melanocytes die during hair regression.
research Cyclosporin A Suppresses TGF-Beta2 Expression Via Calcineurin/NFAT Pathway in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Cyclosporin A, a drug, reduces TGF-β2 expression in skin cells, potentially causing excessive hair growth through a process involving the calcineurin/NFAT pathway.
research Is Intrafollicular Autophagy an Essential Mechanism That Permits Human Hair Follicles to Remain in Prolonged Anagen In Vivo?
Autophagy, a cell recycling process, is crucial for prolonged hair growth and could be a potential target for treating hair growth disorders.
research Ex Vivo Organ Culture of Human Hair Follicles: A Model Epithelial–Neuroectodermal–Mesenchymal Interaction System
Hair follicle culture helps study cell interactions and effects of substances on tissue growth.
research The Use of Keratin Biomaterials Derived from Human Hair for the Promotion of Rapid Regeneration of Peripheral Nerves
Keratin from human hair helps nerves heal faster.
research Treatment of Hirsutism and Acne in Hyperandrogenism
Medicines that lower androgen levels and hair removal treatments help manage excessive hair and acne in women with PCOS.
research Establishment of Type II 5α-Reductase Over-Expressing Cell Line as an Inhibitor Screening Model
A reliable model for screening type II 5α-reductase inhibitors was created and validated.
research Hair Follicle-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Decrease Alopecia Areata Mouse Hair Loss and Reduce Inflammation Around the Hair Follicle
Hair follicle stem cells reduced hair loss and inflammation in mice with a condition similar to human alopecia.
research Suppression of FGF5 and FGF18 Expression by Cholesterol-Modified siRNAs Promotes Hair Growth in Mice
Cholesterol-modified siRNAs targeting certain genes increased hair growth in mice.
research Methodologies to Evaluate the Hair Follicle-Targeted Drug Delivery Provided by Nanoparticles
Nanoparticle-based drug delivery to hair follicles is more effective when tested under conditions that match skin behavior.
research Castor Oil: The Culprit of Acute Hair Felting
Castor oil can cause severe hair matting.
research Acceptability, Tolerance, and Quality of Life Impact of Cyproterone Acetate Treatment in Female Hirsutism: Comparison of Two Protocols with Oral or Transdermal Estradiol
Cyproterone acetate with estradiol improved women's self-confidence and emotional well-being without a difference between oral or transdermal methods, but younger women preferred the oral method.
research Nerve Growth Factor Regulates the Proliferation of Cashmere Goat Outer Root Sheath Cells Through the Activation of cAMP-Binding Protein
Nerve growth factor helps cashmere goat hair cells grow by activating a specific protein.
research The Role of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Chronic Inflammation, Psychological Health, and the Gut Microbiota State: A Case Report
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can cause chronic inflammation, mental health issues, and changes in gut bacteria, but a holistic lifestyle change can significantly improve these conditions.
research Serenoa Repens for the Treatment of Capillary Disorders
Serenoa repens, a natural compound, can increase hair count and help repair capillaries, making it a promising treatment for hair loss.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Childhood: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges
Diagnosing and treating PCOS in young people is difficult.
research Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling: Function, Biological Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Opportunities
The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is important for body functions and diseases, and targeting it may treat conditions like cancer, but with safety challenges.
research A Subset of TREM2+ Dermal Macrophages Secretes Oncostatin M to Maintain Hair Follicle Stem Cell Quiescence and Inhibit Hair Growth
Certain immune cells in the skin release a protein that stops hair growth by keeping hair stem cells inactive.
research 17β-Estradiol Inhibits the Production of RANTES in Human Keratinocytes
17β-estradiol can reduce inflammation in the skin.
research Epidermal Growth Factor Promotes Proliferation of Dermal Papilla Cells via Notch Signaling Pathway
A substance called epidermal growth factor helps increase the growth of important hair follicle cells by activating a specific cell communication route.
research Maintaining Hair Inductivity in Human Dermal Papilla Cells: A Review of Effective Methods
The review concluded that keeping the hair-growing ability of human dermal papilla cells is key for hair development and growth.
research Ruxolitinib Protects Skin Stem Cells And Maintains Skin Homeostasis In Murine Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Ruxolitinib helps protect skin stem cells and keeps skin healthy in mice with skin GVHD.
research Desmoglein 4 Mutations Underlie Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis in Humans, Mice, and Rats
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause fragile, sparse hair in humans, mice, and rats.
research Deficiency of Crif1 in Hair Follicle Stem Cells Retards Hair Growth Cycle in Adult Mice
Lack of Crif1 in hair follicle stem cells slows down hair growth in mice.
research Ectodysplasin Signaling in Cutaneous Appendage Development: Dose, Duration, and Diversity
Ectodysplasin signaling is crucial for skin appendage development, requiring specific doses and durations.
research Dysregulated Behavior of Hair Follicle Stem Cells Triggers Alopecia and Provides Potential Therapeutic Targets
Misbehaving hair follicle stem cells can cause hair loss and offer new treatment options.