research Biallelic HEPHL1 Variants Impair Ferroxidase Activity and Cause an Abnormal Hair Phenotype
Mutations in the HEPHL1 gene cause abnormal hair and cognitive issues.
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research A Review of Tridax Procumbens and Its Activity
Tridax procumbens, a weed, has various medicinal properties including wound healing and antibacterial effects.
research Minoxidil Cannot Be Used To Target Lysyl Hydroxylases During Postnatal Mouse Lung Development: A Cautionary Note
Minoxidil does not work to inhibit lysyl hydroxylases in newborn mouse lungs.
research Histological and Gene Expression Analysis of the Effects of Menopause Status and Hormone Therapy on the Vaginal Introitus and Labia Majora
Menopause causes significant changes in the vaginal introitus, but less so in the labia majora, which may lead to symptoms of vaginal atrophy.
research Chronic Treatment with Minoxidil Induces Elastic Fiber Neosynthesis and Functional Improvement in the Aorta of Aged Mice
Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.
research Menkes Syndrome Presenting as Myoclonic Seizures: Neuroimaging and EEG Observations
An 11-month-old boy with Menkes disease had severe brain shrinkage and abnormal blood vessels, and didn't respond well to treatment.
research Targeting Integrin Pathways: Mechanisms and Advances in Therapy
New therapies are being developed that target integrin pathways to treat various diseases.
research Minimum Structural Requirements for Minoxidil Inhibition of Lysyl Hydroxylase in Cultured Fibroblasts
Minoxidil needs specific structure to block lysyl hydroxylase; exploring alternatives may keep benefits without this effect.
research Effects of Minoxidil on Cultured Human Skin Fibroblasts
Minoxidil slows down skin cell growth and may help treat scars and skin conditions.
research Scarless Wound Healing: Transitioning from Fetal Research to Regenerative Healing
Understanding how baby skin heals without scars could help develop treatments for adults to heal wounds without leaving scars.
research Minoxidil Exerts Different Inhibitory Effects on Gene Expression of Lysyl Hydroxylase 1, 2, and 3: Implications for Collagen Cross-Linking and Treatment of Fibrosis
Minoxidil affects collagen-related genes, potentially helping treat fibrosis.
research Analysis of Phytochemistry and Antimicrobial Activity of Tridax Procumbens Linn
Tridax procumbens plant extracts, especially from ethanol, have strong antibacterial effects and contain beneficial compounds like flavonoids and tannins.
research Mucosal TLR5 Activation Controls Healthspan and Longevity
Activating TLR5 in the gut can extend lifespan and improve health in aged mice.
research Fibroblasts: Origins, Definitions, and Functions in Health and Disease
Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
research Matricellular Proteins in the Homeostasis, Regeneration, and Aging of Skin
Special proteins are important for skin balance, healing, and aging, and affect skin stem cells.
research Unlocking the Power of Light on the Skin: A Comprehensive Review on Photobiomodulation
Light-based treatment, Photobiomodulation, shows promise for non-invasive skin therapy with few side effects.
research Antiviral Drugs Prolong Survival in Murine Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
Antiviral drugs, especially daclatasvir, may be a new treatment for a rare skin disease, improving survival and reducing symptoms in mice.
research A Polymorphism in the Matrix Metalloproteinase-1 Gene Promoter Is Associated with the Presence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Caucasian Women
A specific gene variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Caucasian women.
research Minoxidil Stimulates Elastin Expression in Aortic Smooth Muscle Cells
research Analysis of Serum Zinc and Copper Concentrations in Hair Loss
People with hair loss, especially those with certain types, have lower zinc levels, and zinc supplements might help.
research Inhalation Therapy for Repairing Damaged Elastin Fibers and Decelerating Elastinolysis in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Inhalation therapy may repair and protect elastin in the lungs of COPD patients.
research Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
research From Telogen to Exogen: Mechanisms Underlying Formation and Subsequent Loss of the Hair Club Fiber
Hair shedding is an active process that could be targeted to treat hair loss.
research Thyroid Hormone Action in Epidermal Development and Homeostasis and Its Implications in the Pathophysiology of the Skin
Thyroid hormones are important for skin health and changes in them can affect conditions like hair loss and eczema.
research Immunology and Genetics
The document concludes that Borrelia afzelii causes a skin condition in France, a gene is linked to hair loss in Caucasian women, and various genetic mutations affect skin diseases.
research Recent Understandings of Biology, Prophylaxis, and Treatment Strategies for Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
research What Does the Concept of the Stem Cell Niche Really Mean Today?
Stem cell niches support, regulate, and coordinate stem cell functions.
research Nutraceuticals: A Review
Nutraceuticals may improve skin health and protect against aging, but more research is needed on their optimal use and possible health risks.
research Fetal Skin Wound Healing
Fetal skin heals without scarring due to unique cells and processes not present in adult skin healing.
research A Human Folliculoid Microsphere Assay for Exploring Epithelial-Mesenchymal Interactions in the Human Hair Follicle
HFMs can help study hair growth and test potential hair growth drugs.