1 citations,
January 2022 in “Faculty reviews” The best long-lasting results in treating hair loss may be achieved through combination therapy, including treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Adding stromal vascular fraction to platelet-rich plasma injections did not significantly improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
May 2024 in “Regenerative Therapy” Dendrobium officinale polysaccharide helps hair growth by activating the WNT signaling pathway.
4 citations,
July 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New biopsy techniques and tools improve alopecia diagnosis, and both too much and too little selenium can cause hair loss.
86 citations,
July 1993 in “Drugs” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.
64 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
37 citations,
February 2007 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” The document concludes that treating PCOS requires a combination of drugs to manage reproductive and metabolic symptoms, with more research needed on combination therapies.
March 2024 in “Agriculture” CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing shows promise for improving sheep and goat breeding but faces challenges with efficiency and accuracy.
Stem cells regenerate tissues and their behavior varies by environment, suggesting the hematopoietic system model may need revision.
3 citations,
June 2004 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
77 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that follicular unit transplantation offers more natural results and better graft survival than older hair transplant methods.
160 citations,
January 2014 in “Seminars in cell & developmental biology” Early development of hair, teeth, and glands involves specific signaling pathways and cellular interactions.
2 citations,
January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” The book details skin conditions in older adults, their link to mental health, cancer treatment importance, hair loss remedies, and managing autoimmune and itchy skin.
99 citations,
January 2004 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Methylprednisolone helps skin cells stick together better in pemphigus vulgaris.
145 citations,
November 2018 in “Nature Communications” The Sonic hedgehog pathway is crucial for new hair growth during mouse skin healing.
35 citations,
August 2010 in “The American journal of pathology” Researchers created a new mouse model for studying Citrullinemia Type I and similar conditions, showing symptoms and treatment responses like those in humans.
117 citations,
May 2017 in “Human Reproduction Update” The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
105 citations,
January 2010 in “Mediators of Inflammation” Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.
150 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Laser hair removal effectiveness depends on targeting hair structures without harming the skin, and improvements require more research and expert collaboration.
18 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Over 67 genes linked to ichthyosis help improve diagnosis and treatment.
90 citations,
April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal” Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
51 citations,
March 2014 in “Nature Communications” Skin tumor regression is helped by retinoic acid signaling blocking Wnt signaling.
24 citations,
October 2017 in “Biomolecules” Some growth factors, while important for normal body functions, can cause diseases when not regulated properly.
39 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
22 citations,
January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
Calorie restriction changes the elemental and isotopic makeup of mouse hair and bone.
26 citations,
December 2016 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.
21 citations,
January 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Colchicine might help treat different skin diseases, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safe dosage.
208 citations,
July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
January 2024 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The gene Ascl4 is not necessary for the development of hair, teeth, or mammary glands.