research Group IID, IIE, IIF, and III Secreted Phospholipase A2s
Different sPLA2 enzymes affect immunity, skin and hair health, reproduction, and may be potential targets for therapy.
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research Skin Biopsy
Correct skin biopsy techniques are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis of skin diseases.
research Phospholipase A2 in Skin Biology: New Insights from Gene-Manipulated Mice and Lipidomics
Phospholipase A2 enzymes play key roles in skin health and disease.
research Obesity and Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Cause and an Effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
research A Novel Human Type II Cytokeratin, K6hf, Specifically Expressed in the Companion Layer of the Hair Follicle
K6hf is a unique protein found only in a specific layer of hair follicles.
research The Keratins of the Human Beard Hair Medulla: The Riddle in the Middle
Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.
research Skin Manifestations Associated with Autoimmune Liver Diseases: A Systematic Review
Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.
research Blood MUC-18/MCAM Expression in Patients with Melanoma: A Suitable Marker of Poor Outcome
High MUC-18/MCAM levels in blood indicate a worse outlook for melanoma patients.
research Vitamin D and Human Health: Lessons from Vitamin D Receptor Null Mice
Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
research The Spectrum of Skin Disease Among Indian Children
The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Cannabinoids: Current and Future Options to Treat Chronic and Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathic Pain
Cannabinoids may help treat chronic and chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Clinical, Histopathological and Immunological Characteristics of Exfoliative Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus in 25 German Short-Haired Pointers
A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
research Skin Disease Among Latino Farmworkers in North Carolina
Most Latino farmworkers in the study had skin diseases, with fungal infections being the most common.
research Discoid Lupus Alopecia Complicated by Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia on a Background of Androgenetic Alopecia
Woman has discoid lupus, frontal fibrosing, and androgenetic alopecia.
research Physiological Changes and Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and itching, while serious skin conditions are rare but need early treatment.
research Alopecia as a Rare but Distinct Manifestation of Pemphigus Vulgaris
Hair loss is a rare but recognized symptom of pemphigus vulgaris, with patients usually regrowing hair after treatment.
research Distinguishing Histopathologic Features of Acantholytic Dermatoses and the Pattern of Acantholytic Hypergranulosis
Different skin diseases show unique patterns of skin cell separation, cell death, and granular layer changes.
research Dermatological Illnesses of Immigrant Poultry-Processing Workers in North Carolina
All immigrant workers in the study had skin problems, with fungal nail infections, athlete's foot, and acne or folliculitis being most common, affecting their quality of life, yet they didn't seek medical help.
research Satoyoshi Syndrome: A Rare Multisystemic Disorder Requiring Systemic and Symptomatic Treatment
A patient with Satoyoshi syndrome improved with a treatment combining several medications, including carbamazepine and methotrexate.
research Context-Dependent Effect of sPLA2-IIA Induced Proliferation on Murine Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Human Epithelial Cancer
sPLA2-IIA increases growth in hair follicle stem cells and cancer cells, suggesting it could be targeted for hair growth and cancer treatment.
research Scalp Involvement in Pemphigus: A Prognostic Marker
Scalp involvement in pemphigus means the disease is more severe and harder to treat.
research Structure of Intermediate Filament Assembly in Hair Deduced from Hydration Studies Using Small-Angle Neutron Scattering
Hair's internal fibers are arranged in a pattern that doesn't let much water in, and treatments like oils and heat change how much water hair can absorb.
research Miniaturization of Sebaceous Glands: A Novel Histopathological Finding in Pemphigus Vulgaris and Pemphigus Foliaceus of the Scalp
People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.
research Secretory Phospholipase A2-IIA Overexpressing Mice Exhibit Cyclic Alopecia Mediated Through Aberrant Hair Shaft Differentiation and Impaired Wound Healing Response
Mice with too much sPLA₂-IIA have hair loss and poor wound healing due to abnormal hair growth and stem cell depletion.
research Pediatric Dermatoses Pattern at a Brazilian Reference Center
Inflammatory skin conditions are the most common in Brazilian children, with atopic dermatitis being the top issue.
research Darier Sign: A Historical Note
Dermatologists diagnose and manage melanoma more effectively than general practitioners.
research Alopecia Areata Universalis in a Dog
A dog with complete hair loss regrew most hair after treatment, with no relapse after stopping treatment.
research Transient Calcium Entry by Plasmalogen-Mediated Activation of Receptor Potential Cation Channel Promotes AMPK Activity
Plasmalogens activate a channel in cells that may stimulate hair growth.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Drugs
Skin reactions are a common reason for emergency visits due to drug allergies, with some severe cases needing intensive care.