October 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Melatonin affects certain genes and pathways involved in cashmere goat hair growth.
Wild African goats have genetic adaptations for surviving harsh desert conditions.
June 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Melatonin can increase cashmere yield by altering gene expression and restarting the growth cycle early.
222 citations,
September 2016 in “JCI insight” Tofacitinib is safe and effective for severe alopecia areata, but hair loss may return 2 months after stopping treatment.
134 citations,
December 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.
127 citations,
December 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Stress can stop hair growth in mice, and treatments can reverse this effect.
124 citations,
October 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
75 citations,
November 2016 in “Medicines” Beta-sitosterol has potential health benefits but needs more research to fully understand its effects and improve its use in treatments.
50 citations,
February 2018 in “Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy” Ginseng may help treat cancer and reduce treatment side effects, but more research is needed.
40 citations,
August 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology” Blocking JAK/STAT pathways can help treat hair loss from alopecia areata.
40 citations,
July 2017 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Early and personalized treatment for hair loss in young people is crucial to prevent permanent damage and should include psychological support.
35 citations,
May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
32 citations,
December 2018 in “Cytokine” Type I interferons play a key role in the development of various skin diseases.
27 citations,
April 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss involves immune responses, inflammation, and disrupted signaling pathways.
19 citations,
November 2018 in “Nutrients” Annurca apple extract may protect mouse hair from damage by chemotherapy and could help treat hair loss without promoting cancer growth.
16 citations,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy” Effective treatments for severe alopecia areata are still lacking.
14 citations,
September 2018 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” A boy's growth and immune problems were caused by a new mutation in the STAT5B gene.
13 citations,
February 2016 in “Clinical Medicine” The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
9 citations,
May 2013 in “JAMA Dermatology” A woman's hair turned white after taking a cancer drug called dasatinib.
7 citations,
August 2017 in “PloS one” Key genes linked to hair growth and cancer were identified in hairless mice.
4 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific treatments, ranging from antihistamines for urticaria to surgery and medication for tumors and chronic skin diseases.
2 citations,
August 2019 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Cinnamon bark extract may help prevent weight loss and hair loss in breast cancer patients during chemotherapy and is safe to use.
2 citations,
March 2015 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
2 citations,
January 1998 in “Dermatology” Stopping forehead irritation and using hydrocortisone helped a man's skin, Martinique has lower melanoma rates, a man had an allergy to a specific antifungal, another had unexplained cysts, certain drugs can cause skin reactions without always being interrelated, a link between Fanconi anemia and a skin condition was suggested, high levels of a certain protein may play a role in a type of psoriasis, and there's a need to study the connection between scalp pain and hair loss.
1 citations,
July 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.
August 2019 in “Regenerative Medicine” In June 2019, the stem cell research field saw major progress, including new clinical trials, FDA approvals, and industry collaborations.
Alopecia Areata is treated with drugs and therapies to reduce inflammation and immune response.
January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
273 citations,
May 2017 in “The Lancet” Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
85 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.