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April 2019 in “Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition” RADA16 is a promising material for tissue repair and regenerative medicine but needs improvement in strength and cost.
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November 2014 in “Neuromuscular Disorders” A patient with a larger than usual genetic mutation had a broader range of symptoms for a muscle disease.
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March 2018 in “Molecular therapy” Enzyme replacement therapy improved multiple symptoms of homocystinuria in mice.
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November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and treatment of scalp itch require differentiating between various conditions using a proposed five-step evaluation process.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.
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May 2021 in “Nature Communications” Tissue stiffness affects hair follicle regeneration, and Twist1 is a key regulator.
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January 2020 in “Diabetes” A new therapy sped up wound healing and reduced scarring in diabetic rats.
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November 2020 in “American Journal of Pathology” Insulin helps heal corneal wounds and nerves in diabetic mice by activating the Wnt signaling pathway.
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February 2015 in “Han-gug chugsan sigpum hag-hoeji/Korean journal for food science of animal resources” Egg shell membrane hydrolysates can reduce wrinkles and improve skin health.
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March 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” PRP growth factor concentrations vary, no significant hair growth difference found.
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July 2019 in “Genetics in medicine” Lack of cystatin M/E causes thin hair and dry skin.
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August 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
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April 2018 in “Expert Review of Respiratory Medicine” Inhalation therapy may repair and protect elastin in the lungs of COPD patients.
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October 2000 in “Allergo Journal” Stress may affect hair growth by influencing hair follicle development and could contribute to hair loss.
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October 2017 in “Advances in tissue engineering & regenerative medicine” Researchers created a potential skin substitute using a biodegradable mat that supports skin cell growth and layer formation.
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May 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Curcumin applied to the skin can start hair growth in mice.
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January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that a complete skin restoration biomaterial does not yet exist, and more clinical trials are needed to ensure these therapies are safe and effective.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a type of hair loss affecting mostly older women, with no agreed best treatment.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
May 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” BMP signaling controls hair growth and skin color.
September 2014 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Diabetes can cause a variety of skin disorders, some of which may signal more serious health issues.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” A shampoo with cannabidiol can significantly reduce scalp inflammation and symptoms in people with mild to moderate psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.
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February 2022 in “Nanomaterials” Nanomaterials show promise in improving wound healing but require more research on their potential toxicity.
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June 2023 in “Cells” Exosomes could be a promising way to help repair skin and treat skin disorders.
February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Microneedles with extracellular vesicles show promise for treating various conditions with targeted delivery.
February 2024 in “Bioengineering” The hydrogel made of chitosan, HPMC, and insulin speeds up wound healing and could be a new dressing, especially for diabetics.
January 2024 in “Journal of tissue engineering” Sunlight exposure damages hair follicles, but certain stem cell-derived particles can reduce this damage and help with hair regeneration.
June 2023 in “Materials research foundations” Nanomaterials like silver and gold can improve wound healing but need more research for safety.
September 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document says doctors should identify and treat Frontal fibrosing alopecia medically before considering surgery, as treatments often don't work well.
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January 2018 in “Asian Journal of Andrology” Dutasteride caused more penile tissue changes than finasteride, possibly increasing erectile dysfunction risk.