April 2024 in “Human genomics” This study identified MPB susceptibility genes and potential drug candidates that may help uncover molecular mechanisms and address male-pattern baldness.
January 2024 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This meta-analysis utilized genome-wide association data to explore the genetic traits related to perceived youthfulness across different sex groups in the UK Biobank, incorporating factors like facial aging and lifestyle habits, but the abstract does not report specific results.
October 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study constructed a comprehensive atlas of prenatal human skin, revealing that innate immune cells, such as macrophages, play a crucial role in skin morphogenesis by interacting with non-immune cells, influencing hair follicle formation and angiogenesis beyond their traditional immune functions.
In this study, a clear pattern of selective sweep was observed for the SLC24A5 gene, with high linkage disequilibrium and low haplotype diversity, but no clear correlation with UV radiation intensity was found.
January 2007 in “Más dermatología” This review found no clinical studies on hair shaft disorder treatments but reported improvement from minoxidil or oral retinoids in certain conditions, emphasizing gentle hair care and genetic counseling for management.
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December 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, the integration of AI-driven SNP profiling and epigenetic insights in cosmetic dermatology was highlighted as a key development toward personalized skincare, potentially improving treatment effectiveness and reducing side effects.
March 2024 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that faster algorithms for inferring ancestry in genomic data can better capture historical and functional insights into genome variation than traditional methods in large datasets like the UK Biobank.
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January 2017 in “Evolutionary studies” This chapter discusses genetic polymorphisms related to phenotypes that differentiate between populations and reports no new results; it highlights the role of DNA technology in understanding human adaptation history.
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October 2011 in “Nature” Different types of long-lasting stem cells are responsible for the growth and upkeep of the mammary gland.
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August 2015 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” This article reviews the design and objectives of the Rotterdam Study, as well as summarizes major findings, without reporting new results.
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December 2020 in “Cell Stem Cell” Male hormones affect COVID-19 severity and certain drugs targeting these hormones could help reduce the risk.
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March 2016 in “International Wound Journal” This review concludes that autologous split-thickness skin grafting remains the gold standard for safety and efficacy in treating chronic leg ulcers, with greater success in venous ulcers.
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January 2013 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” This publication provides a standardized nomenclature for classifying microscopic lesions in laboratory rat and mouse skin, aiming to harmonize international toxicological research.
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January 2018 in “Expert review of precision medicine and drug development” This review discusses the integration of drug repurposing with personalized medicine through off-label prescribing and reports no new results, highlighting the potential for systematic exploration using omics technologies.
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April 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that environmental factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, exercise, and testosterone levels may significantly influence various forms of hair loss in male identical twins.
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September 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This study found that central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia primarily affects adult women of African descent and suggests an association with traumatic hair care practices and delayed diagnosis.
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January 2012 This study used artificial neural networks to predict hair loss by analyzing factors like gender and zinc deficiency, suggesting neural networks may effectively model hair loss prediction.
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March 2020 in “Jornal de Pediatria” This study found that inflammatory dermatoses, especially atopic dermatitis, were the most common pediatric skin conditions at a Brazilian reference center, highlighting different patterns compared to adult skin disorders.
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May 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” In this study, the researchers reported that patient impacts and symptoms of hidradenitis suppurativa, as assessed by HSIA and HSSA measures, are associated with clinical characteristics such as the number of abscesses and inflammatory nodules.
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January 2013 in “Annals of Tropical Medicine and Public Health” In this study, adolescent females who were born via cesarean delivery, had at least one erupted wisdom tooth, or had central obesity were more likely to develop polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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August 2024 in “Molecular Genetics & Genomic Medicine” In this case study, an 8-day-old neonate with holocarboxylase synthetase deficiency showed dramatic improvement in lactic acidosis and overall clinical condition following biotin mega-dose therapy, highlighting the importance of early genetic testing and timely treatment in such metabolic disorders.
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January 2019 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” In this rare case report, the researchers described a 66-year-old African woman with lipedematous alopecia, highlighting its clinical features, the significance of palpation in examinations, and the uncertainty of it being a distinct disease entity or a combination of two conditions.
In this review, the authors highlight a lack of understanding regarding the unique properties of Afro-textured hair, emphasizing the need for scientific collaboration to improve hair care practices and mitigate scalp issues.
January 2026 in “Medicina” This study conducted among medical students in Saudi Arabia found a 37.2% prevalence of premature hair graying and associated it with smoking, a keto diet, hair coloring, and family history, while suggesting that lifestyle changes may reduce its impact.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study found that patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia were less likely to report treatment improvement and more commonly associated with certain hairstyling practices compared to those with other scarring alopecias.
This review highlights that alopecia areata is influenced by genetic, autoimmune, and environmental factors, with emerging treatments like JAK-2 inhibitors showing promise for severe cases.
September 2024 in “Journal Of Social Sciences And Humanites” In this study, combining medical treatments, natural remedies, dietary guidance, and stress management achieved the best outcomes for hair regrowth and patient satisfaction in Cambodia, highlighting the importance of a multifaceted approach for effective hair loss prevention and treatment.
December 2023 in “Journal of Korean Society of Beauty Cultral Arts” This study observed that among hair loss patients in Daejeon and Chungcheong, female pattern hair loss was most common, scalp massage was the preferred management behavior, and satisfaction was above average except for lower satisfaction with folk remedies.
April 2023 in “Acta Scientific Orthopaedics” This essay discusses hair loss due to head bone displacement and does not report new clinical results, building on the author's prior work regarding the natural process of growth-related changes.
This study found no predictive link between mothers’ PCOS symptoms and the adolescent phenotype, but identified certain gene alleles associated with higher testosterone levels in affected adolescents.