research Traction Alopecia: The Root of the Problem
Tight hairstyles and chemical relaxers can cause hair loss known as traction alopecia.
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research Antiandrogenic Therapy With Finasteride Attenuates Cardiac Hypertrophy and Left Ventricular Dysfunction
Finasteride helps reduce heart issues and improves heart function.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
research Traction Alopecia: Prevention and Treatment
Tight hairstyles, especially on chemically treated hair, can cause reversible hair loss if caught early but may become permanent if not addressed.
research Radioprotection of Lung Tissue by Soy Isoflavones
Soy isoflavones can protect lung tissue from radiation damage.
research Minimum Structural Requirements for Minoxidil Inhibition of Lysyl Hydroxylase in Cultured Fibroblasts
Minoxidil needs specific structure to block lysyl hydroxylase; exploring alternatives may keep benefits without this effect.
research Development of Finasteride/PHBV@Polyvinyl Alcohol/Chitosan Reservoir-Type Microspheres as a Potential Embolic Agent: From In Vitro Evaluation to Animal Study
Created microspheres show potential for safe and effective use in prostate artery embolization.
research Special Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains in Hair Pathology
Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.
research New Potential Antiscarring Approaches
New antiscarring strategies show promise, including drugs, stem cells, and improved surgical techniques.
research Inflammatory Perifollicular Fibrosis And Alopecia
Inflammation around hair follicles leads to hair loss, and treatments should focus on reducing this inflammation and other factors for effectiveness.
research Vulvar Problems in Elderly Women
Older women often have vulva issues due to less estrogen, which can be misdiagnosed and lead to wrong treatments.
research Combination of an Engineered Lactococcus Lactis Expressing CXCL12 with Light-Emitting Diode Yellow Light as a Treatment for Scalded Skin in Mice
The combined treatment with engineered bacteria and yellow LED light improved wound healing in mice.
research Engineered Skin Substitute Regenerates Skin with Hair Follicle Formation
The engineered skin substitute helped grow skin with hair on mice.
research Genetic Susceptibility to Alopecia
Certain mutations in the PADI3 gene may increase the risk of developing a type of scarring hair loss common in women of African descent.
research A Woman with Focal Alopecia
A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.
research Trichoscopy in Alopecias
Trichoscopy helps tell different hair loss types apart using specific scalp and hair patterns.
research The Hedgehog-GLI1 Pathway Is Important for Fibroproliferative Properties in Keloids and as a Candidate Therapeutic Target
Targeting the HEDGEHOG-GLI1 pathway could help treat keloids.
research Combined Treatment Modalities in Atrophic Acne Scars: A Prospective Study
The combined treatments were highly effective for improving atrophic acne scars.
research Induction of Secreted WNT Factor WISP1/CCN4 by Human Prostate Stromal Cells Under Microenvironmental Hypoxia
Human prostate cells produce more WISP1/CCN4 when there's not enough oxygen.
research Stem Cell Dynamics, Migration, and Plasticity During Wound Healing
Stem cells help heal skin wounds by moving and changing roles, working with other cells, and needing more research on their activation and behavior.
research Skin Cell Heterogeneity in Development, Wound Healing, and Cancer
Different types of skin cells play specific roles in development, healing, and cancer.
research Cutaneous Scarring: Basic Science, Current Treatments, and Future Directions
New effective scar treatments are urgently needed due to the current options' limited success.
research Epithelial-To-Mesenchymal Transition in Cutaneous Wound Healing: Where We Are and Where We Are Heading
The document concludes that a better understanding of cell changes during wound healing could improve treatments for chronic wounds and other conditions.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of Biologically Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles for Topical Applications: Effect of Surface Coating and Loading into Hydrogels
Silver nanoparticles coated with substances like PEG showed strong antibacterial effects and improved wound healing when used in hydrogels.
research Male Pattern Alopecia: A Histopathologic and Histochemical Study
Male pattern baldness involves smaller hair follicles, larger oil glands, and other tissue changes, but not major blood supply issues.
research Biomaterials for In Situ Tissue Regeneration: Development and Perspectives
Smart biomaterials that guide tissue repair are key for future medical treatments.
research Emerging Nonmetabolic Functions of Skin Fat
Skin fat has important roles in hair growth, skin repair, immune defense, and aging, and could be targeted for skin and hair treatments.
research Suppression of Fibroblast Proliferation and Lysyl Hydroxylase Activity by Minoxidil
Minoxidil slows fibroblast growth and collagen production, potentially treating keloids, hypertrophic scars, and connective tissue disorders.
research Adipose-Derived Cellular and Cell-Derived Regenerative Therapies in Dermatology and Aesthetic Rejuvenation
Fat from the body can help improve hair growth and scars when used in skin treatments.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
5α-reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in men with enlarged prostate.