research Vitamin D and the Skin: Physiology and Pathophysiology
Vitamin D and its receptor regulate skin functions like cell growth, immunity, hair cycle, and tumor prevention.
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research Apoptosis May Explain the Pharmacological Mode of Action and Adverse Effects of Isotretinoin, Including Teratogenicity
Isotretinoin's effects and side effects, like birth defects and depression, might be due to it causing cell death in various cells.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Tumor Mapping in Two Large Multigenerational Families With CYLD Mutations
CYLD mutations cause a variety of skin tumors with symptoms starting around age 16, and treatments are currently limited.
research Physiological Changes of Pregnancy: A Review of the Literature
Most pregnant women experience skin darkening and hair changes, with these effects usually going away after giving birth.
research Yellow Facial Papules Associated With Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Distinct Histologic Pattern and Response to Isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin effectively treats yellow facial papules in frontal fibrosing alopecia patients.
research Unilateral Gynecomastia Induced by Treatment With 1 mg of Oral Finasteride
Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
research Off-Label Uses of Topical Vitamin D in Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
research Gene Expression in Rat Dermal Papilla Cells: Analysis of 2529 ESTs
Rat dermal papilla cells have unique genes crucial for hair growth.
research Male Fertility and Skin Diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research Diseases of Periocular Hair
The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
research Overview of Various Dermatological Conditions with Complex Classifications
The document describes various skin conditions, their features, and treatments but lacks detailed study size information.
research Segmental Vitiligo: Characteristics, Treatment, and Prognosis
Segmental Vitiligo is a stable, early-onset form of vitiligo that responds well to early treatment and is ideal for repigmentation studies.
research Alopecia Triangularis Congenita in Combination with Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
research Patched-Associated Tumors: Modifier Genes and Pathogenesis
The document concludes that the development of certain tumors is influenced by genetic background and that a specific gene modification can lead to tumor regression and reduced growth.
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research Abstracts from the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology
UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.
research Cumulative Index
The document provides a comprehensive index of medical and surgical topics, including hair removal, hair restoration, and various treatments for injuries and conditions.
research Dermatologic Therapy: December 1987 to December 1988
New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.
research Vitamin D Receptor, UVR, and Skin Cancer: A Potential Protective Mechanism
Vitamin D receptor may help protect against UV-induced skin cancer.
research The Vitamin D Receptor as Tumor Suppressor in Skin
Vitamin D and its receptor may help prevent skin cancer.
research Characterization and Management of Hedgehog Pathway Inhibitor-Related Adverse Events in Patients With Advanced Basal Cell Carcinoma
Understanding and managing side effects of hedgehog pathway inhibitors can improve treatment for advanced basal cell carcinoma.
research Follicular Mucinosis: A Detailed Morphologic and Immunopathologic Study
Benign follicular mucinosis involves immune cells attacking hair follicles.
research Cellular Heterogeneity and Plasticity of Skin Epithelial Cells in Wound Healing and Tumorigenesis
Skin cells show flexibility in healing wounds and forming tumors, with potential for treating hair disorders and chronic ulcers.
research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology
Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
research Acral Lymphomatoid Papulosis in a 31-Year-Old Woman
A woman had a rare skin condition with recurring painful nodules that heal in 6 weeks, often without needing treatment.
research Normal Hair Growth in Children
Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
research Short Anagen Hair Nevus: Improvement After Treatment With 5% Topical Minoxidil
Using 5% topical minoxidil improved and normalized the hair growth in a girl with short anagen hair naevus.
research The Clinical Spectrum of Parathyroid Disease
The document concludes that parathyroid diseases have a range of clinical features and outcomes, with some conditions being treatable and others having a high risk of mortality.