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September 2018 in “Acta histochemica” The mTOR pathway proteins are altered in the hair follicles of patients with Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology” Scientists created a 3D skin model to study a chronic skin disease and test treatments.
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February 2022 in “Nature communications” Rare changes in the KRT82 gene are linked to a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
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May 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” Young HS patients often have other physical and mental health issues, and research on HS covers a wide range of topics including genetics, triggers, treatments, and the need for more data.
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August 2021 in “Experimental dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disease caused by the breakdown of the skin's natural immune barriers, especially around hair follicles.
5 citations,
May 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Narrowband UVB treatment increases certain gene expressions in psoriasis skin and improves symptoms.
January 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Both treatments for alopecia areata showed similar modest effectiveness.
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October 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” Genetic research has advanced our understanding of skin diseases, but complex conditions require an integrative approach for deeper insight.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Acne patients' skin, both with and without lesions, shows a strong immune response and higher antimicrobial activity.
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1 citations,
March 2022 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Higher CD70 and CD27 gene expression in alopecia areata lesions predicts disease severity and activity.
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October 2015 in “Experimental Dermatology” Acne patients have higher levels of mTOR in their skin, which could be linked to future metabolic disease.
2 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia shows increased inflammation and JAK-STAT pathway activity without reduced hair proteins.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Being allergic to linalool, a common fragrance ingredient, might contribute to developing frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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1 citations,
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August 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” New vitiligo treatments focus on controlling immune damage and restoring skin color.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tofacitinib helped most patients with alopecia areata regrow hair and changes in immune cells were linked to the treatment's effectiveness.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Androgens increase growth factors in skin cells, which may lead to acne.
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April 2024 in “Journal of Autoimmunity” Interleukin-15 can help hair growth and protect hair follicles.
1 citations,
August 2023 in “Biomolecules” Certain immune-related proteins are higher in people with alopecia and their healthy relatives, hinting at a genetic link.
September 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” AFM can help diagnose lichen planopilaris by identifying specific hair structure changes.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia involves disrupted cholesterol pathways, fibrosis, and increased mast cells.