6 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” In this study, 150 kHz electromagnetic radiation reduced the number and size of follicular cysts in a rat model of polycystic ovary syndrome without causing significant morphological damage to developing follicles.
6 citations
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January 2010 in “Neoplasma” In this study, researchers found that shorter CA repeats in the ERbeta gene are correlated with PSA expression, and PSA immunoexpression is associated with increased disease-free survival in breast cancer.
6 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in immunology” This study suggests that STAT3 signaling in keratinocytes is crucial for maintaining skin homeostasis by regulating hair follicle-specific keratin genes, potentially impacting dermatitis development through microbe-triggered inflammatory responses.
5 citations
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May 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This study found that mutations in the TULP3 gene are associated with progressive degeneration of the liver, kidney, and heart in adults, highlighting the importance of early detection and management.
5 citations
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September 2024 in “Maturitas” In this study, an ultra-low dose combination of estradiol and dydrogesterone significantly reduced hot flushes and improved health-related quality of life among a multi-ethnic population of postmenopausal women, with no notable difference in serious adverse events compared to placebo.
5 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that the E2-ANGPT2 pathway is involved in hair follicle regulation and that ANGPT2 treatment increased hair density in modeled female pattern hair loss, suggesting potential therapeutic use.
5 citations
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January 1989 This study found that testosterone and dihydrotestosterone inhibit the growth rates of hair bulb papilla cells and root sheath fibroblasts, especially at higher doses, while estradiol was ineffective.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” This study found that deleting ceramide synthase 4 in skin epidermis stem cells disrupts hair follicle and skin barrier function, leading to immune responses similar to atopic dermatitis, due to imbalances in lipid composition affecting differentiation.
4 citations
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January 2025 in “Molecules and Cells” This guide provides essential information for researchers working with laboratory mice, including husbandry, maintenance, ethical considerations, and resources for strains and data, emphasizing the importance of the 3Rs (replacement, reduction, and refinement) for humane research practices.
4 citations
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March 2024 in “Quality of Life Research” In this study, health state utility values revealed a significant impact on quality of life for patients with alopecia areata, particularly those with more extensive hair loss.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study reported that among postmenopausal women with female pattern hair loss, treatment with topical finasteride 0.5% and minoxidil 2% was more effective at improving hair condition than treatment with topical 17α-estradiol 0.05% and minoxidil 2%, particularly notable at 12-18 months of follow-up.
4 citations
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July 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review presents the top 10 research priorities for hair loss management (excluding alopecia areata) as identified by a Hair Loss Priority Setting Partnership aimed at guiding future studies important to patients and clinicians.
4 citations
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March 2017 in “Development” This study found that specialized nipple epidermis in mice is maintained by the repression of TGFβ signaling through estrogen, which highlights the role of hormonal regulation in epidermal maintenance.
4 citations
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November 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This case study highlights a patient with alopecia areata who also has eosinophilic esophagitis, suggesting it may be considered an atopic disease and a potential trigger for alopecia areata in affected patients.
4 citations
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June 2013 in “PubMed” This study found that minoxidil in Espumil Foam Base remains stable for at least 90 days when stored at room temperature and protected from light.
4 citations
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January 2013 in “Stem cell discovery” This study reports the creation of a human dermal mesenchymal-like stem cell line from an androgenetic alopecia patient, which may serve as an in vitro model to explore alopecia mechanisms.
4 citations
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December 1994 in “PubMed” This study found that treatment with cyproterone acetate and estradiol improved emotional well-being and acceptance of being viewed among women with hirsutism, with no significant differences between oral and transdermal estradiol groups.
3 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This summary reviews the conflicting reports regarding 17β‐estradiol's effects on hair follicle growth, highlighting potential estrogen receptor-mediated impacts and calling for further research.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “PeerJ” This study successfully optimized a culture strategy for dermal papilla cells and established an immortalized cell strain, iDP6, which is suitable for research and application.
3 citations
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January 2018 This article discusses a market study in Bogotá identifying women with hair problems as the target audience for hair products containing quinoa extracts, and reports no new research findings.
3 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of epidemiological research” In this study, only European-ancestry females showed a linear increase in cutaneous malignant melanoma risk with age, potentially due to the loss of HPV-infected androgenic follicles after menopause.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “Separations” This study successfully established and validated a method using LC-MS/MS to measure multiple androgens in plasma, finding that individuals with acne had higher levels of certain androgens compared to those with obesity.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “Baghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences” This study found that renin and d-dimer levels were significantly higher in PCOS patients, particularly those also infected with COVID-19, compared to non-PCOS women.
3 citations
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October 2022 in “PloS one” This study developed a method to culture and maintain chicken feather follicles in vitro, preserving structure and biology similar to their in vivo state, though some gene expression was altered.
3 citations
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August 2021 in “Nutrition research” This study suggests that estrogen regulates vitamin A metabolism in skin tissues in a sex-dependent manner, which may have implications for treating acne, hair loss, and skin immunity.
3 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of parasitic diseases” In this study involving dogs, co-mingling of mange-infested and healthy dogs proved to be the most effective method for transmitting mange, although placing healthy dogs in kennels recently vacated by infested dogs also led to successful transmission.
3 citations
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May 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses chronic telogen effluvium, focusing on the potential role of hormonal fluctuations and circadian control genes, and reports no new clinical findings.
3 citations
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December 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this case report, estrogen substitution therapy slightly increased hair volume in a 22-year-old patient with genetic predisposition to hair loss and alopecia caused by past treatment for leukemia, but hair loss returned after stopping the therapy.
3 citations
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April 2010 in “The FASEB Journal” This study found that estrogen, through estrogen receptors, can regulate the expression of the HOXC13 gene involved in hair follicle development, with MLL3 histone methylase playing a collaborative role.
3 citations
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September 1975 in “Journal of animal science/Journal of animal science ... and ASAS reference compendium” This study found that pigs fed a fat-free diet had significantly less body dry matter and ether extract compared to those consuming a diet with corn oil, although weight gain was unaffected by the fat content.