research Dermatology Care Behind Bars
The first in-prison dermatology clinic in the U.S. faced challenges and found certain skin conditions common among inmates, with rare cases of serious skin cancer.
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research The Spectrum of Skin Disease Among Indian Children
The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.
research The Effect of Autologous Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection on Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study
PRP injections improve hair density and thickness in women with hair loss.
research The Potential of Androgenic Alopecia Management from Plant Derivatives
Plant extracts like Avicennia marina, Boehmeria nipononivea, and Camellia sinensis could potentially treat hair loss with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
research Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying
Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.
research Role of Ayurvedic Management in Chemical Toxicity of Cosmetics: A Review
Ayurvedic methods can help reduce the harmful effects of chemicals in cosmetics.
research Book Review: Disorders of Hair Growth: Diagnosis and Treatment, Second Edition
The book is a comprehensive resource on hair disorders, but lacks information on some conditions.
research Book Review: Pediatric Endocrinology: A Practical Clinical Guide
The book is a comprehensive and current guide on hair disorders, with minor flaws.
research Book Review: Pediatric Hospital Medicine: Textbook of Inpatient Management
The book is a useful resource for healthcare providers working with hospitalized children but misses some important studies and detailed problem evaluations.
research Polymer Conjugated Retinoids for Controlled Transdermal Delivery
A new method allows for controlled, long-lasting delivery of retinoic acid through the skin with fewer side effects.
research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions
Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
research Annual Convention in the Time of COVID: The 2020 Dermatology Nurses' Association Meeting
The convention discussed various skin conditions and treatments, and highlighted the importance of vaccinations for patients on immune-altering medications.
research Epithelial–Mesenchymal Transition in Keloid Tissues and TGF-β1–Induced Hair Follicle Outer Root Sheath Keratinocytes
Keloid scars may form due to changes in skin cell characteristics and specific protein signaling.
research Identification and Characterization of Four Immune-Related Signatures in Keloid
Four specific genes are linked to keloid formation and could be potential treatment targets.
research Keloid Scars Arising After Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation
Keloid scars can form after hair transplant surgery and should be prevented and treated early.
research A Signature of Genes Including FGF11 Reveals Aberrant Fibroblast Activation and Immune Infiltration in Keloid Tissue
Keloid skin disorder involves abnormal fibroblast activation and immune response, linked to a group of genes including FGF11.
research Keloid Pathogenesis and Fibroproliferative Properties Are Dependent on Stem Cells Regulated by the Hedgehog-Gli1 Pathway
Blocking the HEDGEHOG-GLI1 pathway can reduce keloid growth and may be a potential treatment.
research Anesthetics Prior to Keloid Injections: A Painless Approach
Using lidocaine before keloid injections makes the treatment more comfortable for patients.
research Pigmentary Disorders in Black Skin
The argon gas-based cryotherapy effectively reduced keloid scars but caused some hypopigmentation and had a recurrence rate, especially in Afro-American patients.
research Cutaneous Response to Injury and Wound Healing
Wound healing involves three phases and various cells and factors, with scars typically forming in adults. Chronic wounds can occur due to various issues, and abnormal scarring can lead to hypertrophic or keloid scars. Emerging research areas include the role of proteins, microRNAs, macrophage manipulation, and stem cell treatment.
research Minoxidil Exerts Different Inhibitory Effects on Gene Expression of Lysyl Hydroxylase 1, 2, and 3: Implications for Collagen Cross-Linking and Treatment of Fibrosis
Minoxidil affects collagen-related genes, potentially helping treat fibrosis.
research Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes: Emerging Therapeutic Opportunities for Wound Healing
Tiny vesicles from stem cells could be a new treatment for healing wounds.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Skin Complex Diseases
Genetic variants linked to ten skin diseases were found, showing both immune and non-immune factors play a role.
research Fibroblasts Become Fat to Reduce Scarring
Turning scar-forming cells into fat cells can reduce scarring.
research Advances and Challenges in Hair Restoration of Curly Afrocentric Hair
Specialized techniques are needed for hair restoration in individuals with curly Afrocentric hair due to unique challenges.
research Treating Scars of the Chin and Perioral Region
Improve chin and perioral scars with surgery, resurfacing, and other therapies, tailored to each patient.
research Reconstructive Hair Transplantation of the Face and Scalp
Hair transplantation using micrografts and minigrafts is effective and safe for facial and scalp reconstruction with natural-looking results.
research Fibroblast Heterogeneity in Healthy and Wounded Skin
Different types of fibroblasts exist in skin and understanding them can help improve wound healing and treat scars.
research Skin Structure and Function, Wound Healing and Scarring
The document concludes that wound healing leads to skin repair or scar formation.
research Clinical Snippets: Dermatological Studies and Findings
Glycerol may improve wound healing and prevent keloids, a device can measure itch intensity, male pattern baldness is highly heritable, and fumaric acid esters may work for psoriasis by causing cell death in T cells.