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research British Association of Dermatology Meeting 1966: Dermatological Research and Case Studies
The meeting discussed various skin conditions, treatments, and unusual cases, highlighting the effectiveness of tetracycline in treating rosacea.
research Queries and Minor Notes
Washing can prevent cancer from lubricating oils, extreme body temperatures need more study, Sulfomid is not recognized, no reliable diphtheria carrier treatment except surgery, eyelid injuries should heal before repair, heterophile antibody test is specific for mononucleosis, chlorine inhalations for colds are outdated, and wheat germ is safe.
research Vacuum Therapy with Plant Active Compounds, Prebiotics, and Probiotics for Androgenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Telogen Effluvium: Follow-up Study
The treatment improved hair growth and thickness in patients with hair loss, even 10 months after therapy without additional products.
research Hair Biology and Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss caused by genetics and hormones; more research needed for treatments.
research Beyond Goosebumps: Interactions Between the Hair Follicle, the Arrector Pili Muscle, and the Sympathetic Nerve During Development and Hair Follicle Regeneration
Arrector pili muscle regulates hair follicle stem cells, DNA methylation needed for hair cycling, and Wnt/B-catenin signaling starts hair growth.
research Ionizing Radiation Triggers Dedifferentiation of Outer Root Sheath Cells Into Stem Cell-Like Progenitors for Hair Follicle Regeneration
research Videodermoscopy of the Hyponychium in Nail Bed Psoriasis
Videodermoscopy can help diagnose and monitor nail bed psoriasis.
research Determination of 19 Steroid Hormones in Human Serum and Urine Using Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry
The method accurately measures 19 steroid hormones in human blood and urine using a small sample and is suitable for large-scale monitoring.
research Trichoscopy in Hair Disorders in Darker Skin: An Approach to Diagnosis
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.
research Maintenance of Epidermal Progenitor Function Through the mRNA Degradation and Translation Pathways
The protein DDX6 helps keep skin cells renewing properly by controlling the production of certain other proteins and breaking down those that cause cells to mature too quickly.
research Clock Genes, Hair Growth, and Aging
Circadian clock genes are important for hair growth and may affect aging-related hair loss and graying.
research The Developmental Basis of Fingerprint Pattern Formation and Variation
Fingerprints form uniquely before birth due to specific genetic pathways and local signals.
research Diurnal Preference Predicts Phase Differences in Expression of Human Peripheral Circadian Clock Genes
An individual's morning or evening preference can predict changes in their body clock gene expression.
research Growth Hormone and the Human Hair Follicle
Growth hormone levels affect hair growth and loss, with too much causing excess hair and too little leading to hair loss.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Shampoo Containing Broad-Spectrum Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Scalp Inflammation in Patients with Mild to Moderate Scalp Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis
A shampoo with cannabidiol can significantly reduce scalp inflammation and symptoms in people with mild to moderate psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.
research Dermoscopy in Hair Disorders
Dermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and can help avoid unnecessary biopsies.
research Dermoscopic Findings of Alopecia in Patients with Hypothyroidism
People with hypothyroidism and hair loss often have more hair and scalp issues than those without thyroid problems.
research Open Questions in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Research: A Hair Biologist's Perspective
The conclusion suggests that early signs of hidradenitis suppurativa may start in the hair follicle, with genetic and immune factors playing a role, highlighting the need for more research on the hair follicle's immune system.
research Hirsutism as the Initial Presentation of Malignant Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor: A Case Report
A woman's male-pattern facial hair growth was caused by a rare malignant ovarian tumor that was difficult to diagnose and treat.
research Abdominal Pain in a Young Woman With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A young woman with lupus was treated with hydroxychloroquine and prednisone.
research Structural Basis for the Catalysis and Inhibition of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 2
The research gives new understanding on how human steroid 5α-reductases work and how drugs like finasteride inhibit them, which could help in creating new drugs.
research Bioactive Metabolites of Edible Mushrooms Efficacious Against Androgenic Alopecia: Targeting SRD5A2 Using Computational Approach
Certain compounds found in edible mushrooms may help treat hair loss.
research Reactive Oxygen Species: Beneficial Companions of Plant Developmental Processes
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) help control plant growth and development.
research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research The Pathobiology of Skin Aging
Skin aging is a complex process influenced by various factors, leading to wrinkles and sagging, and should be considered a disease due to its health impacts.
research Integument Pattern Formation Involves Genetic and Epigenetic Controls: Feather Arrays Simulated by Digital Hormone Models
Feather patterns form through genetic and epigenetic controls, with cells self-organizing into periodic patterns.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor and Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
research Targeting Smoothened for Therapeutic Gain
Targeting the Smoothened receptor shows promise for treating certain cancers.
research Disturbance of the Circadian System in Shift Work and Its Health Impact
Shift work disrupts the body's natural clock, leading to health problems.