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January 2024 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This study suggests a potential role for S100A7 and IL-17 in the pathogenesis of lichen planopilaris.
In this study, PDLLA treatment in middle-aged mice was observed to enhance hair growth by increasing macrophage M2 polarization and hair follicle stem cell proliferation, potentially rejuvenating the skin's microenvironment and offering a novel approach for age-related hair loss.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatopathology and Diagnostic Dermatology” In this case report, a rare instance of Graham–Little–Piccardi–Lassueur syndrome coexisting with linear lichen planus was identified in a 35-year-old male, highlighting the condition's rarity in males, with dermoscopy aiding diagnosis through distinctive scalp and trunk lesion features.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Phospholipid-coated nanoparticles penetrate hair follicles better than others, especially in pig ears.
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January 2025 in “PubMed” This study compared the effectiveness of different thread types in improving collagen profiles in UVB-exposed aging model rats, finding that PCL threads were more effective than PDO and PLLA in enhancing dermal collagen characteristics.
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this observational study, dermoscopy was found to be a useful tool in diagnosing lichen planopilaris among patients with primary cicatricial alopecia.
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June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study identified FP-1 as a highly specific extracellular matrix protein in follicular papilla cells, which may play a role in hair growth regulation during specific hair cycle phases.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” This study developed an effective and reliable HPTLC method for the simultaneous measurement of linoleic acid and oleanolic acid in Eclipta alba.
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January 2019 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” This study found that incorporating a block copolymer significantly alters the size and morphology of niosome drug delivery systems made of non-ionic surfactants and cholesterol, affecting their stability.
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March 2023 in “Gels” This study found that paeonol-loaded liposomal gels demonstrated antioxidant effects and relieved inflammation in AD-like mice, suggesting potential benefits for treating atopic dermatitis.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Mycophenolate mofetil may improve symptoms and stop hair loss in Lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
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July 2015 in “Developmental Dynamics” This study highlights the role of Orai1 in ameloblast differentiation and maturation, showing that its down-regulation affects cell proliferation and enamel formation during tooth development.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that mitochondrial dysfunction might contribute to the pathogenesis of Lichen planopilaris by triggering a metabolic shift that leads to chronic inflammation and hair follicle damage.
April 2025 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article reports no new research findings and corrects the affiliation for Dr. Shao-Wen Li in a previous publication.
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November 2017 in “Cochrane library” This study concluded that laparoscopic ovarian drilling does not clearly improve menstrual regularity or androgenic symptoms in PCOS compared to most medical treatments, but it may have fewer gastrointestinal side effects than metformin plus clomiphene.
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April 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A specific mutation in PA-PLA1α causes abnormal hair growth.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” In this study, researchers found that the gene LRRC15 was overexpressed in dermal papilla cells from balding areas compared to non-balding areas in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
December 2025 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, researchers conducted a retrospective analysis of 16 cases of erosive palmoplantar lichen planus in North East India, finding a higher prevalence in pediatric and male patients, with common clinical features including plantar involvement and histopathological indicators such as basal cell degeneration.
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February 2023 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” This study found that ovine dermal papilla cells exhibit robust aggregation and alkaline phosphatase activity, regulated by Wnt/β-catenin signaling, providing insights for improving wool performance and hair regeneration therapies.
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April 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This report describes a rare case of porokeratotic eccrine ostial and dermal duct nevus in a 64-year-old woman, successfully treated with CO₂ laser, highlighting its potential occurrence in older adults.
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September 2020 in “Journal of dermatology” This study identified a novel mutation and confirmed a previous mutation in the LIPH gene in a woman with autosomal recessive woolly hair, expanding the mutation spectrum for this condition.
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August 2021 in “International journal of cosmetic science (Print)” This study reported that using piroctone olamine in either a shampoo or leave-on product form significantly increased hair retention and improved scalp condition in women with perceived hair thinning.
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May 2017 in “Journal of dermatological science” This study reviewed the genetic and phenotypic aspects of Olmsted syndrome, highlighting pathogenic mutations in TRPV3 and MBTPS2 genes and their association with specific skin manifestations like symmetrical keratoderma and hyperkeratotic plaques.
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January 2010 in “Plant and Cell Physiology” This study found that a phosphorus starvation-insensitive mutant of Arabidopsis thaliana shows altered root growth and auxin responses under low phosphate conditions compared to wild-type plants, suggesting a role for LPR1 in regulating these traits.
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May 2007 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that tetracycline may be more effective for treating lichen planopilaris than previously thought, alongside topical high-potency and intralesional corticosteroids.
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July 2014 in “Acta Crystallographica Section D-biological Crystallography” This study reports that mutations in human L-PGDS affect the entrance and exit of ligands in its binding cavity, suggesting these residues play a role in ligand interaction processes.
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March 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” This case report describes an atypical presentation of lichen planopilaris affecting only facial vellus hair, without scalp involvement, in a 46-year-old man.
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November 2017 in “PubMed” This case series reported that low-dose naltrexone may benefit patients with lichen planopilaris by reducing scalp symptoms and slowing disease progression, with no adverse effects observed in the patients.
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May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This paper reviews treatments for lichen planopilaris, including low-level laser therapy, but reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for further research.
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May 2000 in “Endocrinology” This study identified a new gene, mrp4, in mice, which suggests it may have a unique role in the growth and development of hair follicles in the ears and tails.