35 citations,
November 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Severe COVID-19 may cause hair loss, and doctors recommend supplements and topical treatments to manage it.
35 citations,
April 2008 in “Human Molecular Genetics” Skin and hair can help us understand organ regeneration, especially how certain stem cells might be used to form new organs.
31 citations,
March 2018 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The document concludes that anti-dsDNA antibodies are not unique to SLE and their use as indicators is doubtful, highlighting the need for better understanding and classification of the disease.
27 citations,
May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Zinc can be a helpful secondary treatment for certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to guide its use.
23 citations,
November 2001 in “Archives of Dermatology” Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.
22 citations,
January 2015 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” An extra-strength marine protein supplement helped increase hair growth and decrease hair shedding in women with thinning hair.
20 citations,
June 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The research suggests that autophagy-related genes might play a role in causing alopecia areata.
16 citations,
December 2016 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Platelet-rich plasma may help hair follicle cells grow by affecting certain genes and pathways.
15 citations,
June 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hormones and genes affect hair growth and male baldness.
14 citations,
October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
13 citations,
July 2022 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” Tiny natural vesicles from cells might help treat hair loss.
11 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
10 citations,
November 2015 in “American Journal of Primatology” Monkeys with more anxious or inhibited temperaments tend to have less hair loss.
10 citations,
January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
9 citations,
May 2005 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” Blocking interferon-gamma might help treat various autoimmune diseases.
8 citations,
June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with early hair loss have lower vitamin D levels.
8 citations,
October 2013 in “The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine” Most spinal cord injury patients in Korea experience skin problems, especially fungal infections and eczema, affecting their quality of life.
7 citations,
July 2021 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” The method can measure vitamin B3 levels in human hair accurately.
6 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism/Journal of pediatric endocrinology and metabolism” An 11-year-old Greek girl was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, highlighting the importance of genetic testing and family history.
5 citations,
January 2022 in “PloS one” Deleting the p63 gene in certain cells causes problems in thymus development and severe hair loss in mice.
5 citations,
March 2018 in “Advances in integrative medicine” A 23-year-old woman with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis improved significantly after a 15-month integrative treatment plan.
5 citations,
January 2012 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Hair mesotherapy might help with certain types of hair loss but lacks strong scientific proof and has some risks.
3 citations,
March 2019 in “Fayoum University Medical Journal/Fayoum University Medical Journal ” Rubbing calcipotriol on the skin works better than taking vitamin D pills for treating mild to moderate alopecia areata.
3 citations,
May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
3 citations,
June 2004 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
2 citations,
December 2021 in “Case reports in endocrinology” The girl's condition improved with treatment, showing no new autoimmune diseases and hair regrowth.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and affect existing skin conditions, with limited treatment options due to the need for fetal safety.
2 citations,
February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Erdr1 could be a new marker for diagnosing hair loss.
2 citations,
September 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most HIV patients in the study showed skin and mucous membrane issues, with oral thrush being the most common.
1 citations,
August 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Traditional Chinese medicinal foods may help manage long-term post-COVID symptoms.