research Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying
Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.
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540-570 / 1000+ results research Author Response: Dynamics of Nevus Development Implicate Cell Cooperation in the Growth Arrest of Transformed Melanocytes
Moles may stop growing because of cell cooperation, not just because of aging cells.
research A Review of Acitretin, a Systemic Retinoid for the Treatment of Psoriasis
Acitretin is effective for certain types of psoriasis, safe for long-term use, and often combined with other treatments.
research The Effect of Finasteride on the Expression of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor and Microvessel Density: A Possible Mechanism for Decreased Prostatic Bleeding in Treated Patients
Finasteride may reduce prostate bleeding by lowering blood vessel growth factor levels and blood vessel density in certain prostate areas.
research Removal of Unwanted Facial Hair
Effective solutions are needed to manage unwanted facial hair in women.
research Skin Biology: Understanding Biological Targets for Improving Appearance
The document concludes that a deeper understanding of skin aging and photodamage is needed to create better skin treatments.
research Partial Proteasome Inhibitors Induce Hair Follicle Growth by Stabilizing Beta-Catenin
Certain inhibitors applied to the skin can promote hair growth by maintaining a key hair growth signal.
research Minoxidil Sulfotransferase Enzyme (SULT1A1) Genetic Variants Predict Response to Oral Minoxidil Treatment for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Genetic variants affect minoxidil hair loss treatment success.
research A Curvilinear Relationship Between Hair Loss, Mental Rotation, and Neuroticism: A Possible Influence of Sustained Dihydrotestosterone Production
Men with moderate hair loss had the best spatial thinking, and long-term DHT might affect cognition.
research Lactate Dehydrogenase Activity Drives Hair Follicle Stem Cell Activation
Lactate production is important for activating hair growth stem cells.
research Mutations In AEC Syndrome Skin Reveal A Role For p63 In Basement Membrane Adhesion, Skin Barrier Integrity And Hair Follicle Biology
Mutations in the p63 gene affect skin adhesion, barrier integrity, and hair growth.
research Volatile Organic Compounds: A Proinflammatory Activator in Autoimmune Diseases
Volatile organic compounds can cause inflammation and increase the risk of autoimmune diseases.
research ARQ-234: A High Affinity CD200-Fc Fusion Protein for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
ARQ-234, a protein designed to treat atopic dermatitis, shows increased effectiveness in early testing.
research Subpopulations of Dermal Fibroblasts Produce Distinct Extracellular Matrices
Different types of skin cells create unique support structures that can affect skin cell growth and could help in skin repair.
research Human Dermal Stem Cells Differentiate Into Functional Epidermal Melanocytes
Human dermal stem cells can become functional skin pigment cells.
research Clinical Pearls in Dermatology 2013
The document gives treatment advice for various skin conditions, like using metronidazole for perioral dermatitis and minoxidil for hair loss.
research Chapter 28. Vitamin D: Production, Metabolism, Mechanism of Action, and Clinical Requirements
Vitamin D is important for regulating calcium, phosphate, and hair health.
research The C3H/HeJ Mouse and DEBR Rat Models for Alopecia Areata: Review of Preclinical Drug Screening Approaches and Results
Both mouse and rat models are effective for testing alopecia areata treatments.
research Investigation of a Non-Invasive Method of Assessing the Equine Circadian Clock Using Hair Follicle Cells
RNA from horse hair follicles can track circadian rhythms non-invasively.
research A Position Effect on TRPS1 Is Associated with Ambras Syndrome in Humans and the Koala Phenotype in Mice
A position effect on the TRPS1 gene causes excessive hair growth in humans and mice.
research Anti-Inflammatory Loading of Cinnamaldehyde on Artificial Bone Scaffolds Against Bone Regeneration
Cinnamaldehyde helps bone healing initially but may slow healing later unless combined with DHT treatment.
research What Does Androgenetic Alopecia Have to Do with COVID-19? An Insight into a Potential New Therapy
Androgenetic alopecia linked to COVID-19 severity; drugs reducing androgen receptor activation may help.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Clear-Cut Endocrine Disorders and Polycystic Ovaries in 350 Patients Presenting with Hirsutism or Androgenic Alopecia
Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.
research Characterization of Follicular Minoxidil Sulfotransferase Activity in a Cohort of Pattern Hair Loss Patients from the Indian Subcontinent
About 41% of Indian hair loss patients have low enzyme activity that affects hair loss treatment effectiveness, with men affected more than women. Testing for this can guide treatment.
research CO2 Laser Treatment of Traumatic Tattoos
CO2 laser treatment successfully removed traumatic tattoos with minimal scarring.
research Serum C-19 Steroid Sulphates in Females with Clinical Hyperandrogenism
Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.
research Hair Restoration
research Direct Cellular Reprogramming Enables Development of Viral T Antigen-Driven Merkel Cell Carcinoma in Mice
Scientists made a mouse model of a serious skin cancer by changing skin cells with a virus and a specific gene, which is similar to the disease in humans.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma-Loaded Bioactive Chitosan@Sodium Alginate@Gelatin Shell-Core Fibrous Hydrogels With Enhanced Sustained Release of Growth Factors for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Healing
research Effect of Ultraviolet Light on Topical Minoxidil-Induced Hair Growth in Advanced Male Pattern Baldness
UV light does not significantly affect minoxidil's ability to treat male pattern baldness.