January 2024 in “Burns and trauma” The skin microbiome helps heal wounds and can be targeted to improve healing.
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November 2011 in “British journal of pharmacology” Enzymes are classified into six types and are essential for many biological processes, with only a few targeted by drugs.
January 2024 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Non-biologic immunosuppressive drugs are crucial for treating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory skin diseases.
June 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Protein tyrosine kinases are key in male pattern baldness, affecting skin structure, hair growth, and immune responses.
40 citations,
June 2021 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” JAK inhibitors show promise in effectively treating hair loss from alopecia areata.
7 citations,
July 2021 in “JAAD case reports” Dupilumab may help treat alopecia areata in children with atopic dermatitis, but it can also cause new hair loss.
12 citations,
June 2018 in “JAAD Case Reports” A man's gray hair got darker and thicker after using a psoriasis drug.
9 citations,
January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” A substance called poly(I:C) increases a protein called carbonic anhydrase II in skin cells, which might help with skin defense and healing.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Cannabinoids might help treat skin problems but more research is needed to be sure.
55 citations,
January 2002 in “Journal of liposome research” New liposomal formulations may improve delivery of treatments to hair follicles, potentially helping with hair loss.
12 citations,
August 2019 in “Dermatitis” Dupilumab for skin problems might reactivate hair loss in some patients.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A peptide known for reducing wrinkles also effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to skin inflammation and acne.
89 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
22 citations,
March 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.
3 citations,
December 2021 in “Dermatology reports” Dupilumab can improve both atopic dermatitis and alopecia universalis.
May 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” IL-15 helps protect hair follicles from immune attacks and encourages hair growth.
6 citations,
July 2013 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” Ginsenoside Rg1 protects mouse skin from UVB damage and helps control inflammation.
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October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
73 citations,
June 2001 in “Endocrinology” Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
14 citations,
June 2001 in “Endocrinology” Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
19 citations,
October 1994 in “Tumori Journal” As of 1994, treatments for liver cancer had not significantly improved patient survival.
14 citations,
July 2021 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Interleukin levels are higher in alopecia areata patients but don't predict disease severity or duration.
3 citations,
November 2022 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” The substances improved hair regrowth and protected hair cells in humans and mice.
51 citations,
January 2012 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” A boy with alopecia regrew hair using a vitamin D cream after other treatments failed.
11 citations,
September 2012 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University” Cyclosporine A was found to increase hair growth in mouse whisker follicles.
November 2008 in “Medical Hypotheses” The conclusion suggests a new treatment for infantile hemangiomas and a potential target for hair loss treatment.
11 citations,
October 2001 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that DAB389-IL2 is promising for treating refractory cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, but more research is needed on its effectiveness and side effect management.
61 citations,
October 2011 in “Experimental dermatology” Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.
15 citations,
March 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Erlotinib causes skin inflammation through IL-1, which can be reduced by anakinra.