research Discovery of Autoantigens in the Hair Loss Disorder Alopecia Areata: Implications of Posttranslational Modifications
Scientists are still unsure what triggers the immune system to attack hair follicles in Alopecia areata.
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research Deciphering Pathomechanisms in Solar Urticaria
The study found that skin inflammation and immune response pathways are activated in Solar Urticaria patients after UV exposure, unlike in healthy people.
research Alymphoid Cystic Thymic Dysgenesis - FOXN1 Gene Mutation: A Rare Case Report of Two Siblings
Two siblings had a rare immune disorder caused by a FOXN1 gene mutation.
research Compound Heterozygous Mutations in Forkhead Box N1 (FOXN1) Lead to Severe Immunodeficiency but Normal Hair and Nail Development in Patients
Mutations in the FOXN1 gene cause severe immune issues but don't affect hair and nails.
research Computer-Assisted Epitope Prediction Revealed Potential Autoantigens Associated with Human Alopecia Areata
Melanogenesis-related proteins may trigger immune responses in alopecia areata patients.
research Androgens Inhibit Phagocytosis by Macrophages via the Androgen Receptor In Vitro
Male hormones can decrease the ability of immune cells to fight bacteria.
research Purification and Characterization of an Immuno-Stimulatory Compound from the Water Extract of Royoporus Badius (Pers.) A.B. De.
A new compound from Royoporus badius activates immune cells and induces inflammatory responses.
research Loss of Langerhans Cells in Scar Lesion of Lichen Planopilaris Is Caused by Downregulation of Integrin αvβ6 in the Epidermal Keratinocytes
Scarred skin in lichen planopilaris loses immune cells due to a decrease in a specific protein in skin cells.
research Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Upregulates NKG2D Ligands in the Hair Follicle
Stress in hair follicle cells increases certain immune-related proteins, which might contribute to hair loss conditions.
research Over- And Ectopic-Expression Of FoxN1 At Early Life Adversely Influences Lymphopoiesis
Early over-expression of FoxN1 harms immune and skin development.
research Autoimmune Diseases and Acquired Von Willebrand Disease in Two Cases of Progeria
Premature aging increases the risk of immune problems and autoimmune diseases.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of FGF9 from Dermal γδ T Cells Induces Hair Follicle Neogenesis After Wounding
A substance called FGF9 from certain immune cells can trigger new hair growth during wound healing in mice, but humans may not have the same response due to fewer of these cells.
research Abstracts
The document summarizes skin and immune system disease findings, especially related to AIDS, from the 1980s.
research Mechanisms Regulating Skin Immunity and Inflammation
The document concludes that understanding how the skin's immune system and inflammation work is complex and requires more research to improve treatments for skin diseases.
research Stress-Related Skin Disorders
Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.
research An Animal Model of Trichloroethylene-Induced Skin Sensitization in BALB/c Mice
Trichloroethylene causes skin inflammation in mice by increasing certain immune proteins.
research Superficial Fungal Infections
Common skin fungal infections can suggest a weak immune system, and for scalp infections, pills work better than creams, with several drug options available.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata: What Is New on the Horizon?
New treatments for alopecia areata may target specific immune cells and pathways involved in hair loss.
research Immunization by Application of DNA Vaccine onto a Skin Area Where the Hair Follicles Have Been Induced into Anagen-Onset Stage
Applying a DNA vaccine to skin with active hair growth boosts immune response and protection against anthrax in mice.
research Topical Mechlorethamine Restores Autoimmune-Arrested Follicular Activity in Mice with an Alopecia Areata-Like Disease by Targeting Infiltrated Lymphocytes
Mechlorethamine treatment regrew hair in mice by killing immune cells causing hair loss without harming hair follicles.
research ADM Scaffolds Generate a Pro-Regenerative Microenvironment During Full-Thickness Cutaneous Wound Healing Through M2 Macrophage Polarization via Lamtor1
ADM scaffolds help skin heal by promoting a healing-type immune response.
research Vitamin D Receptor Ablation Alters Skin Architecture and Homeostasis of Dendritic Epidermal T Cells
Lack of Vitamin D receptor changes skin structure and increases certain immune cells in the skin.
research Alopecia Areata with Lymphocytic Mural Folliculitis Affecting the Isthmus in a Thoroughbred Mare
The horse had a rare type of hair loss caused by immune cells attacking hair follicles.
research Current Concepts and Translational Uses of Platelet-Rich Plasma Biotechnology
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for tissue repair and immune response, but more research is needed to fully understand it and optimize its use.
research A Human Vitamin D Receptor Mutation Causes Rickets and Impaired Th1/Th17 Responses
A vitamin D receptor mutation causes rickets and affects immune responses.
research Antroquinonol Exerts Immunosuppressive Effect on CD8+ T Cell Proliferation and Activation to Resist Depigmentation Induced by H2O2
Antroquinonol may help prevent skin depigmentation by suppressing certain immune cells.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis: A Manifestation of Immunosenescence - A Report of 8 Cases
Erosive pustular dermatosis in elderly people may be linked to aging immune systems and skin damage.
research Human T-Lymphotropic Virus 1 (HTLV-1)-Associated Lichenoid Dermatitis Induced by CD8+ T Cells in HTLV-1 Carrier, HTLV-1-Associated Myelopathy/Tropical Spastic Paraparesis and Adult T-Cell Leukemia/Lymphoma
HTLV-1-associated lichenoid dermatitis (HALD) is linked to an immune response against HTLV-1-infected cells.
research Psychological Stress-Induced Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata: Autoimmune and Apoptotic Pathways
Stress may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata by affecting immune responses and cell death in hair follicles.
research Kerion Celsi Due to Microsporum Audouinii: A Severe Form in an Immunocompetent Girl
A 9-year-old girl with a healthy immune system was successfully treated for a severe fungal scalp infection caused by Microsporum audouinii.