September 2023 in “Scientific reports” Segmental hair analysis can track testosterone over time but needs adjustments for sex, hair color, and washing frequency.
Hair keratin treatments can be harmful, potentially causing health issues like skin reactions and cancer.
July 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Hair analysis can somewhat track past testosterone levels but is influenced by factors like hair washing, growth rate, sex, and hair color.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.
April 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Women over forty can maintain skin and hair health with lifestyle and dietary changes.
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October 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.
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January 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
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April 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document describes a way to isolate and grow human hair follicle cells in 3D to help study hair growth.
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September 2020 in “Cell Metabolism” Glutamine metabolism affects hair stem cell maintenance and their ability to change back to stem cells.
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March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Potassium channel openers like minoxidil help hair grow by acting on hair follicles.
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November 2020 in “Nanomaterials” Excipients greatly affect how well curcumin nanocrystals penetrate the skin and target hair follicles.
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August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Certain transporters are found in human hair follicles and may affect hair growth and loss.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair restoration surgery can have complications; success depends on patient education, careful planning, and proper execution.
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November 2001 in “Archives of Dermatology” Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.
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March 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Immune cells around hair follicles help control hair growth and could be targets for treating hair disorders.
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October 2014 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Hair dyes can change hair color temporarily or permanently but may cause side effects like skin reactions and hair damage.
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cell Biology” Hair follicle regeneration may slow tumor growth.
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June 2018 in “Current Urology Reports” Hair loss drugs may cause sexual issues and infertility in men.
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January 2017 in “Cosmetics” Different tests are used to see how hair care products affect hair, and choosing the right test is important for accurate results.
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