116 citations
,
October 1982 in “The Journal of Pathology” This study found that high-dose Cyclosporin A in rats led to significant functional and structural changes, including liver, kidney, and immune system alterations, along with behavioral and hematological effects.
15 citations
,
September 2002 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study observed that transgenic mice expressing keratin K10 under bovine K6beta control developed severe oral abnormalities, suggesting keratin composition changes can affect the physiology of epithelial cells, especially in the oral mucosa.
January 2015 in “Pathology” A 64-year-old man had a rare skin cancer near his ear, unresponsive to antibiotics, with specific skin and hair follicle changes.
34 citations
,
October 2011 in “Pathology Research International” This article reviews potential factors influencing Behçet's disease, like increased neutrophil functions, immunological changes, stress, and hormonal alterations, but it presents no new clinical results.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that mechanical tension significantly impacts lymphocyte function, and that a complete lymphocyte population is essential for effective wound healing and reducing inflammation.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics” This study found that the uric acid to creatinine ratio had excellent diagnostic ability for polycystic ovary syndrome, with significant associations to metabolic and hematologic changes in PCOS patients.
June 2023 in “Medeniyet medical journal” This study found that while the macular, retinal nerve fiber layer, and retinal layers' thickness were similar between alopecia areata patients and controls, the choroidal thickness was significantly thicker in the alopecia areata group, suggesting potential inflammation-related changes.
October 2025 in “Electronic Theses and Dissertations Repository (University of Pisa)” In this study, baricitinib treatment for severe alopecia areata was well tolerated, with minor metabolic changes and PLR emerging as a sensitive marker of treatment response.
12 citations
,
July 2014 in “International Journal of STD & AIDS” This study found that dermatological manifestations in HIV-positive individuals, such as infectious and non-infectious dermatoses, were significantly associated with CD4 T cell count.
26 citations
,
March 1987 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that topical minoxidil may aid hair regrowth in alopecia areata through synergistic effects on follicular epithelium and lymphocyte-mediated immunological responses, alongside its vasodilatory properties.
September 2021 in “Eureka: Health Sciences” This study found that female androgenetic alopecia is linked to oxidative stress, microinflammation, and fibrosis, suggesting these could be key targets for treatment improvements.
May 2025 in “CPT Pharmacometrics & Systems Pharmacology” This study examined the safety profile of ritlecitinib, a drug for alopecia areata, and found that it does not cause significant QTc prolongation or severe lymphopenia, with no unique safety risks expected in adolescents.
December 2022 in “Experimental and Clinical Physiology and Biochemistry” This study found that a lotion with 5% minoxidil significantly altered immune parameters and disrupted immunological balance in guinea pigs, suggesting a substantial impact on both cellular and humoral immunity.
2 citations
,
February 2021 in “PubMed” This case report describes a 25-year-old woman with alopecia areata and nail spooning, which regressed almost completely after treatment with oral corticosteroids.
128 citations
,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review discusses recurrent implantation failure (RIF) in IVF, noting the lack of standard definitions or treatment protocols, and emphasizes the need for individualized treatment and further research.
22 citations
,
June 2013 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early stage bald spots are linked to skin inflammation and damage to the upper part of the hair follicle.
22 citations
,
April 1985 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the uncommon but potentially serious cutaneous reactions to beta-adrenergic blockers and the uncertain pathogenesis, with no new clinical results reported.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Arts” In this study, 75% of alopecia areata patients showed improvement after treatment with 35% trichloroacetic acid, leading the researchers to conclude it is a safe and effective option for treating this condition.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune condition causing varying hair loss, diagnosed by specific patterns of inflammation around hair follicles, with several treatment options available.
July 1980 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conference concluded that understanding hair and nail disorders is important, iron deficiency may be linked to hair loss, and while some treatments for skin conditions are effective, they may have risks and high costs.
20 citations
,
April 1959 in “A M A Archives of Dermatology” Alopecia mucinosa causes red, raised skin patches and hair loss.
1 citations
,
January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” This study found that prolonged use of finasteride in women led to altered levels of sex steroids, DNA damage, and increased menstrual bleeding, suggesting adverse health effects without clear benefits for androgenetic alopecia treatment.
19 citations
,
December 2011 in “PubMed” This study found that women with androgenetic alopecia showing a positive immunoreactant profile responded well to combined therapy with minocycline, topical steroids, and red light, indicating an immunologically driven trigger.
15 citations
,
December 2011 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, severe diffuse hair loss in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus was associated with distinct clinical, dermoscopic, and histopathological features, which improved alongside treatment of the underlying condition.
3 citations
,
October 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” This review discusses different forms and patterns of alopecia associated with lupus erythematosus and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight distinct features of these conditions.
1 citations
,
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that oral tofacitinib improved disease activity in patients with lichen planopilaris, suggesting it may be a promising treatment option for this condition.
2 citations
,
January 2020 in “American Journal of Clinical Research and Reviews” This study suggests that hair follicles may be the primary target in the onset of various skin diseases, potentially spreading to affect the surrounding epidermis.
January 1982 in “Side effects of drugs annual” This review discusses the therapeutic effects of vitamins, highlighting risks such as liver damage from prolonged high doses of vitamin A and hypercalcemia from excessive vitamin D, while noting a case of allergic reaction to vitamin B12.
43 citations
,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article discusses the phases and histological features of alopecia areata and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize recognizing these phases for accurate diagnosis.
43 citations
,
March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This review examines the histopathologic features of four common types of noncicatricial alopecia and reports no new clinical results.