research Selective Inhibition by Minoxidil of Prostacyclin Production by Cells in Culture
Minoxidil stops cells from making prostacyclin, which may help with hair growth. More research is needed.
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research Loose Anagen Hair as a Cause of Hereditary Hair Loss in Children
Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome is a hereditary condition causing hair loss in children due to abnormal hair follicles.
research Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal can be effective for people with darker skin tones.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome in One Identical Twin Girl
A 2-year-old girl had a hair disorder not shared by her identical twin.
research Loose Anagen Hair
Loose anagen hair can appear at any age and may improve over time.
research Importance of Vascular Patterns in the Dermoscopy Recognition of Cutaneous Tumors
Vascular patterns in dermoscopy help tell apart malignant and benign skin tumors.
research Regulation of Melanocyte Stem Cells in the Pigmentation of Skin and Its Appendages: Biological Patterning and Therapeutic Potentials
Understanding how melanocyte stem cells work could lead to new treatments for hair graying and skin pigmentation disorders.
research Cross-Linked Features of Mouse Pelage Hair Resistant to Detergent Extraction
Some mutant mice have hair with abnormal cross-linking, mainly in the cuticle, not affecting other hair parts.
research Endocrine-Skin Interactions
Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.
research Banding Pattern on Polarized Hair Microscopic Examination and Unilateral Polymicrogyria in a Patient With Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
A patient with steroid sulfatase deficiency had a unique hair pattern and a brain malformation not previously linked to the condition.
research Pharmacological Therapeutics in Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for treating hair loss, with dutasteride showing potential but with side effects.
research The SAHA Syndrome: Overview and Classification
SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.
research Recent Advances in Neuropeptide-Related Omics and Gene Editing: Spotlight on NPY and Somatostatin and Their Roles in Growth and Food Intake of Fish
New tools show that in fish, NPY increases feeding and somatostatin decreases it.
research Alopecia Associated with Fluconazole Therapy
High doses of fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Prostaglandin-Induced Hair Growth
Latanoprost can make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Localization of Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor Type 2 in Hair and Nail: Implications for Terminal Differentiation
PAI-2 helps in the maturation and protection of hair and nail cells.
research Aging Skin: A Window to the Body
Skin aging reflects overall body aging and can indicate internal health conditions.
research A History of Drug Advertising: The Evolving Roles of Consumers and Consumer Protection
Drug advertising has greatly increased, changing consumer behavior and raising concerns about its influence on healthcare and patient protection.
research A Clinical Overview of Hair Removal Using Lasers and Light Sources
Lasers and light sources can effectively remove hair, work best on fair skin with dark hair, and usually need multiple treatments.
research Saw Palmetto (Serenoa Repens) in Androgenic Alopecia: An Effective Phytotherapy
Saw palmetto is an effective natural treatment for hair loss with minimal side effects.
research Alopecia in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Cutaneous Blood Flow: Use of Laser Doppler Velocimetry in Dermatology
Laser Doppler velocimetry is a valuable noninvasive tool for skin blood flow research in dermatology.