research Planar Cell Polarity Effector Gene Intu Regulates Cell Fate-Specific Differentiation of Keratinocytes Through the Primary Cilia
Intu gene is crucial for hair follicle formation by helping keratinocytes differentiate through primary cilia.
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research Radiation-Induced Alopecia
A man experienced hair loss from radiotherapy, which can be temporary or permanent depending on radiation dose, with potential treatments available.
research Branching of Spiral Ganglion Neurites Induced by Focal Application of Fibroblast Growth Factor-1
FGF-1 causes spiral ganglion neurites to branch more.
research The Cracking of Human Hair Cuticles by Cyclical Thermal Stresses
Frequent blow-drying causes cracks and breakage in hair cuticles.
research Direct Cellular Reprogramming Enables Development of Viral T Antigen-Driven Merkel Cell Carcinoma in Mice
Scientists made a mouse model of a serious skin cancer by changing skin cells with a virus and a specific gene, which is similar to the disease in humans.
research Face Transplantation for Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis (Wegener Granulomatosis)
Face transplant for a severe autoimmune disease patient was successful, improving appearance and function without disease relapse after three years.
research Lenalidomide for Refractory Cutaneous Manifestations of Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Lenalidomide effectively and safely treats skin symptoms in pediatric lupus, reducing the need for prednisone.
research Leptomeningeal Angiomatosis Accompanied by Hair Follicle Nevus
A baby had a rare condition with abnormal blood vessels in the brain and unusual skin and hair growth, possibly a new syndrome.
research Giant Cells in Male Pattern Alopecia: A Histologic Marker and Pathogenetic Clue
Giant cells found in some male pattern baldness cases may help diagnose it and suggest hair is mistakenly seen as foreign by the body.
research Removal of Intact Hair Papilla and Connective Tissue Sheath by Plucking Anagen Hairs
Plucking hairs in a certain way can result in intact hair roots, not related to baldness.
research The Expansion of Uterus Transplantation to Transgender Women
Doctors are preparing to potentially perform uterus transplants in transgender women, considering technical, hormonal, and ethical factors.
research Braids or Ponytail-Associated Traction Alopecia in Female Children
Changing hairstyles can help hair regrow in children with hair loss from tight braids or ponytails.
research Human Papillomavirus 60-Positive Epidermal Cyst and Wart at a Non-Palmoplantar Location
HPV 60 may cause cysts and warts on the face, not just hands and feet.
research Adrenal Mass in a 70-Year-Old Woman
A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.
research A Rare Case of Proliferating Trichilemmal Tumor Treated with Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy effectively treated a large scalp tumor in an elderly woman, avoiding surgery.
research Perceived Predation Risk Predicts Glucocorticoid Hormones, But Not Reproductive Success in a Colonial Rodent
Prairie dogs with fewer neighbors are more stressed but their number of babies isn't affected.
research Re-Discovery of Trichophyton Bullosum in North Africa as a Cause of Severe Dermatophytosis in Donkeys
Trichophyton bullosum has been found causing severe skin infections in donkeys in North Africa for the first time since 1933.
research Toxic Trace Metals and Pathological Changes in Organs of Rats Fed with Extract of Polluted Grasses
Eating plants from polluted areas can cause liver and kidney damage in rats due to toxic metals.
research Specific In Vivo Ablation of Lrig1-Positive Follicular Stem Cells Results in Sebaceous Gland Loss in Mice
Removing Lrig1-positive stem cells in mice causes temporary loss of sebaceous glands.
research Hair Regrowth in a Child with Seasonal Alopecia Areata While Receiving Subcutaneous Aeroallergen Immunotherapy: A Case Report
Immunotherapy helped a 5-year-old boy regrow hair and prevent seasonal alopecia areata.
research Alopecia Areata Is Driven by Cytotoxic T Lymphocytes and Is Reversed by JAK Inhibition
Alopecia areata can be reversed by JAK inhibitors, promoting hair regrowth.
research Hair Follicle Stem Cells: Walking the Maze
Hair follicle stem cells are key for hair and skin regeneration, can be reprogrammed, and have potential therapeutic uses, but also carry a risk of cancer.
research Cartilage to Bone Transformation During Fracture Healing Is Coordinated by the Invading Vasculature and Induction of the Core Pluripotency Genes
Blood vessels and specific genes help turn cartilage into bone when bones heal.
research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Is It a Reality?
Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.
research Significant Correction of Disease After Postnatal Administration of Recombinant Ectodysplasin A in Canine X-Linked Ectodermal Dysplasia
Giving a special protein to dogs with a certain genetic disease improved their symptoms but didn't help with hair growth.
research Treatment of an Alopecia Areata Patient with Tofacitinib Results in Regrowth of Hair and Changes in Serum and Skin Biomarkers
A patient with alopecia areata regrew hair after taking tofacitinib and showed changes in certain blood and skin markers.
research The Structural and Functional Aspects of Hair Cell Regeneration in the Chick as a Result of Exposure to Intense Sound
Chickens exposed to loud noise can quickly regain hearing mostly due to repair of the tectorial membrane, not just hair cell regeneration.
research Dissection of Genetic Variation and Evidence for Pleiotropy in Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is mostly inherited, involves many genes, and is linked to other traits like early puberty and strong bones.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Japanese Females Identifies Fifteen Novel Skin-Related Trait Associations
Researchers found 15 new genetic links to skin traits in Japanese women.
research Menopause and Aging: Quality of Life and Sexuality
Menopause and aging can affect women's quality of life and sexuality, but hormone therapies may help alleviate these issues.