8 citations,
January 2016 in “European Journal of Plastic Surgery” PRGF treatment is safer and more effective for hair loss than topical minoxidil.
6 citations,
May 2020 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives” A new gel form of minoxidil is equally effective for hair growth and safer for the heart and other organs than the traditional solution.
140 citations,
August 2011 in “Biomaterials” Keratose, derived from human hair, is a non-toxic biomaterial good for tissue regeneration and integrates well with body tissues.
1 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that alopecia areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition with no cure, but various treatments exist that require personalized approaches.
19 citations,
May 2007 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that various treatments, including laser therapy, are effective for managing pseudofolliculitis barbae, especially in darker skin types.
155 citations,
June 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
49 citations,
November 1992 in “Archives of dermatology” Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
40 citations,
November 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Finasteride may cause suicidal thoughts and mental side effects, especially in young people with hair loss.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
30 citations,
April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology” The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
351 citations,
February 2010 in “Nature Cell Biology” Basal cell carcinoma mostly starts from cells in the upper skin layers, not hair follicle stem cells.
August 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Experts recommend personalized treatment plans for best outcomes in managing Alopecia Areata.
2 citations,
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Cancer treatments can cause skin-related side effects that may affect patient quality of life and require changes in treatment.
27 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” Healthcare workers in Turkey experienced more skin problems due to frequent handwashing and wearing masks and gloves during the COVID-19 outbreak.
29 citations,
September 2017 in “Oncology and therapy” The document provides advice on how to recognize and treat skin-related side effects of cancer drugs known as EGFR inhibitors.
26 citations,
January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Thallium, mercury, selenium, and colchicine strongly cause hair loss.
23 citations,
March 1994 in “Fertility and sterility” Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.
18 citations,
July 2014 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” UVB radiation changes the levels of certain microRNAs in skin cells, which may affect cell survival and hair growth.
23 citations,
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.
350 citations,
June 1989 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Itraconazole is potentially effective for treating invasive aspergillosis, but more research is needed.
85 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.
13 citations,
August 2017 in “Scientific reports” Researchers developed a cost-effective 66 K SNP chip for cashmere goats that is accurate and useful for genetic studies.
140 citations,
February 2014 in “Neuron” Delta opioid receptors help regulate touch sensation by reducing neurotransmitter release in the spinal cord.
6 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of Visualized Experiments” The CUBIC protocol allows detailed 3D visualization of proteins in mouse skin biopsies.
128 citations,
January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
April 2024 in “Food science & nutrition” Many displaced schoolchildren in Cameroon are malnourished, with high rates of thinness, stunting, underweight, and deficiencies in iron and protein.
January 2019 in “ARC journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.
31 citations,
January 2018 in “Pediatric annals” Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.
36 citations,
December 2014 in “F1000 prime reports” The document concludes that Hidradenitis suppurativa is often underdiagnosed, lacks definitive treatment, and requires better awareness and management strategies.
172 citations,
December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Demodicosis is common and often missed, needing more recognition and treatment in skin care.