Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair loss patterns in dogs.
9 citations,
February 2022 in “Nature communications” Rare changes in the KRT82 gene are linked to a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PGA-4HGF may help treat hair loss by activating hair growth pathways and extending the hair growth phase.
4 citations,
November 2022 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” People with hidradenitis suppurativa often have lower vitamin D levels, weaker hip bones, and altered bone metabolism markers.
25 citations,
May 1986 in “The American Journal of the Medical Sciences” Minoxidil helps hair growth and boosts self-esteem in balding men.
14 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Aging causes changes in the scalp that can affect hair growth and lead to older-looking hair in women.
29 citations,
November 2014 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” Horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are good for diagnosing Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and help customize treatment.
16 citations,
April 2018 in “Animal Genetics” Researchers found two genes that may explain why some Casertana pigs don't have hair.
6 citations,
September 2013 in “Advanced materials research” Non-ionic silicone emulsion best protects hair color from sunlight.
June 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.
April 2003 in “Experimental Dermatology” The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.
29 citations,
June 2014 in “Drug delivery” The new formulation improved the skin absorption of the drug Thiocolchicoside.
17 citations,
July 2019 in “Scientific reports” Surface and internal treatments can help prevent hair lipid loss during washing.
14 citations,
August 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hair sheds gradually from the follicle, with readiness to shed indicated by less attachment material.
13 citations,
December 2019 in “Nutrients” An apple-based supplement was found to stimulate hair protein production, which may help with hair growth.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.
89 citations,
May 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology” New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
March 2021 in “Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal /Mansoura Veterinary Medical Journal” Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection in dogs that can spread to humans and requires lengthy treatment.
48 citations,
September 2019 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” A new hydrogel with stem cells from human umbilical cords improves skin wound healing and reduces inflammation.
September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Traumatic alopecia causes hair loss from pulling or rubbing, leading to broken hairs and changes in the scalp.
44 citations,
January 2004 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Understanding genetic mutations helps diagnose and treat skin disorders like ichthyosis.
16 citations,
October 2021 in “Trends in biotechnology” Future hair products will use ecofriendly proteins and peptides to improve hair health and appearance.
4 citations,
September 2016 in “World Rabbit Science” High wool density in Rex rabbits is linked to specific gene activity affecting hair follicle development.
September 2004 in “PubMed” Hair grows in three stages: growing, transition, and resting.
189 citations,
July 2009 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Epidermolysis bullosa simplex causes easily blistered skin due to faulty skin cell proteins, leading to new treatment ideas.
170 citations,
May 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin can heal wounds without hair follicle stem cells, but it takes a bit longer.
47 citations,
November 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” Pulsed infrared laser can effectively reduce symptoms of pseudofolliculitis barbae.
42 citations,
February 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” Hair follicle regeneration possible, more research needed.
34 citations,
July 2020 in “American journal of human genetics” Changes in the SREBF1 gene cause a rare genetic skin and hair disorder.
30 citations,
February 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.