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October 1998 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study describes a co-dominant E410D mutation in keratin hHb6 associated with severe hair loss and extensive papules in homozygous individuals, with variable expression in heterozygous family members.
September 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” In this case report, researchers detailed a 22-year-old Turkish woman diagnosed with autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis (ARWH/H), linked to a mutation in the LIPH gene, resulting in sparse, poorly growing, curly hair, highlighting the need for genetic consideration in similar hair conditions.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, researchers evaluated how subjects perceive the effectiveness of three FDA-cleared photobiomodulation devices for home use in treating androgenetic alopecia, though specific outcomes or comparative effectiveness are not reported in the abstract.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case study reports that a 30-year-old female with vitiligo showed marked improvement in skin pigmentation and overall well-being through individualized homeopathic treatment with Natrum muriaticum 200C, supported by photographic evidence and MONARCH scoring suggesting a causal relationship.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case series, the researchers reported successful individualized homeopathic treatment for alopecia areata in three patients, with each case receiving a specific remedy—Natrum Muriaticum, Calcarea Carbonica, or Argentum Nitricum—resulting in positive treatment outcomes.
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June 2023 in “Journal of cell science” In this study, researchers found that specific mutations in iRhom2 in mice lead to skin and hair abnormalities which depend on the presence of the protein ADAM17, suggesting a complex role for iRhom2 in tissue development and potential implications for treating tylosis with oesophageal cancer.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a 28-year-old woman with alopecia areata experienced reduced hair fall and gradual hair regrowth following treatment with individualized homeopathy, but the authors note that further studies with larger patient groups are needed to confirm these findings.
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August 2023 in “Biophysical Journal” In this study, researchers found that epithelial cells exhibit density-dependent metabolic heterogeneity, particularly in the pre-epithelial transition stage, where metabolic patterns correlate with cell proliferation and are influenced by actomyosin contractility.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This abstract outlines the issue of hair loss caused by various factors, including stress and autoimmune disorders like alopecia areata, which results in spot baldness, but does not provide specific study results.
January 2016 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” This study found that insulin resistance varies across different PCOS phenotypes, with the PCOM+MI+HA phenotype showing higher resistance than others.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This study suggests that homeopathic treatments may significantly improve menstrual regularity, reduce cystic formations, and enhance the overall quality of life for women with polycystic ovarian disease, indicating its potential as a complementary therapy in gynecological care.
December 2000 in “日本組織細胞化学会総会プログラムおよび抄録集” 10 citations
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January 1989 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” The method effectively analyzes human hair proteins, especially nonfilamentous ones.
September 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that anisotropic osmolyte solutions may improve hair follicle turnover and condition in both in vitro and in silico models, as well as in human volunteers with hair disorders.
139 citations
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December 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified a new type II cytokeratin, named K6hf, exclusively expressed in the companion layer of the human hair follicle, distinguishing it from other keratins and suggesting a unique biochemical role.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case study from Dr. Batra’s discusses how individualized homeopathic management guided by miasmatic understanding may offer long-term relief for a young male patient with alopecia areata and recurrent urticaria, suggesting an alternative to conventional treatments that often result in relapses and side effects.
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September 2020 in “Journal of dermatology” This study identified a novel mutation and confirmed a previous mutation in the LIPH gene in a woman with autosomal recessive woolly hair, expanding the mutation spectrum for this condition.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a 40-year-old male with keratosis pilaris showed progressive improvement in skin texture and reduction of symptoms after individualized homoeopathic treatment with Arsenicum album 30C, but further studies are needed to assess its general effectiveness.
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February 2014 in “PloS one” This study identified two prevalent and one newly proposed founder LIPH mutations in Japanese patients with autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis and associated these mutations with different severities of hair loss.
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January 2015 in “Genetics and Molecular Research” This study found that gene-regulatory interactions among parental alleles contribute significantly to heterosis in early stages of maize development, with many differentially expressed genes showing non-additive expression in hybrids.
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March 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” This study found that hidradenitis suppurativa is associated with increased serum levels of hypoxia-inducible factor-1α, suggesting its role in the disease's pathogenesis and as a treatment target.
January 2023 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” This case report presents a 30-year-old man experiencing baldness.
July 2018 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had higher serum homocysteine levels, which were positively correlated with BMI and smoking, suggesting it could be an early predictor for AGA diagnosis.
January 2024 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” This abstract discusses the importance of physicians understanding hair disorders and their assessment, noting that homeopathic remedies have shown success in treating hair issues, allowing for tailored patient solutions within holistic medicine.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report observed that a 23-year-old male with androgenic alopecia experienced significant improvement, including complete resolution of baldness, after nine months of treatment with the homeopathic medicine Lycopodium clavatum 200.
100 citations
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November 1997 in “Human Genetics” In this study, researchers found that the prevalent Glu 410 Lys mutation in hHb6 and a new Glu 403 Lys mutation in hHb1 are linked to monilethrix, suggesting a mutational hotspot in type II hair keratins.
March 2024 in “Journal of pharmacopuncture” In this study, a patient with stress-induced Alopecia areata treated eight times with Hominis Placenta Pharmacopunture showed new terminal hair growth and a reduced lesion size, suggesting potential effectiveness of this treatment for the condition.
June 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that higher homocysteine levels were associated with androgenetic alopecia and inhibited hair growth in mice, suggesting a potential link that warrants further investigation.