In this study, pilomatricoma, a benign skin tumor from hair follicle matrix cells, is highlighted as an important consideration when diagnosing painless, firm subcutaneous nodules, with accurate diagnosis relying on histopathological examination.
14 citations
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February 2020 in “Scientific reports” This study found that telocytes in human scalp tissue were located around hair follicles and glands and may be involved in skin regeneration and homeostasis.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, researchers reported three cases of alopecia areata patients experiencing a rare targetoid pattern of hair regrowth, a phenomenon originally described in 1988.
8 citations
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February 2023 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review summarizes trichoscopic features for diagnosing common hair loss disorders and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing their diagnostic utility in conditions like alopecia areata and trichotillomania.
7 citations
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December 2011 in “Annals of anatomy” This study found that involucrin likely plays a key role in forming the cornified material of the medulla and inner root sheath of human hair, contributing to its mechanical strength.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This study found that topical eflornithine effectively reduces facial hair growth in women with hirsutism, showing improved outcomes when used alone or with laser and IPL therapies.
This study found that hoof progenitor cells from fresh equine tissue have multilineage differentiation capabilities, offering insights for future progenitor cell-based hoof and dermal-epidermal tissue engineering.
39 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Structural Biology” Disulfide bonds are crucial for hair structure during keratinization.
110 citations
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September 2017 in “Molecules” This review discusses the phytochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and standardization of Forsythiae Fructus, detailing both unripe and ripe forms, but reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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March 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This report describes a rare case of multiple trichofolliculomas on the face, which clinically resembled multiple trichoepitheliomas.
17 citations
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October 2010 in “Pigment cell & melanoma research” This article reviews the impact of H2O2-redox homeostasis on hair follicle pigmentation via tyrosinase and associated mechanisms, discussing primarily findings from murine models without providing new clinical results for humans.
2 citations
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January 2006 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Pathology” In this study of sheep across various breeds and ages, researchers found that Trichophyton mentagrophytes caused severe dermatophytosis, especially affecting young Shahbadi sheep during winter, leading to notable anemia and skin lesions.
1 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair India 2012 was a successful international event focused on combating fake trichology practices and discussing various hair health topics.
8 citations
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April 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This report describes two cases of white piedra caused by Trichosporon inkin in a northern climate, detailing clinical findings and diagnosis without presenting new experimental results.
1 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that topical application of a cosmetic formulation containing capryloyl glycine 4% significantly reduced hair growth and thickness on the forearms of female participants after 120 days, compared to placebo.
February 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” This study examined 50 patients with alopecia areata and found that trichoscopy can identify specific patterns, such as white dots in 90% of cases and black dots in 80%, aiding in assessing disease activity and severity without invasive procedures.
3 citations
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March 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study found that omeprazole can cause acquired generalized hypertrichosis by significantly increasing duodenal prostaglandin E2 synthesis, which is involved in hair growth regulation.
2 citations
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January 2002 in “PubMed” This article discusses dermatophytosis, focusing on the identification and clinical importance of various dermatophyte infections, but it reports no new results; the author emphasizes the value of direct examination for diagnosis.
2 citations
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February 2025 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” This study developed microfluidics-based 3D microtumors to model minimal residual disease in ovarian cancer, highlighting their alignment with patient-derived MRD and response to a fatty acid oxidation inhibitor.
January 2013 in “CINECA IRIS Institutial research information system (University of Pisa)” January 2022 in “Optometric clinical practice” This case report describes a 59-year-old woman with a rare trichoepithelioma on her eyelid, emphasizing the importance for optometrists to differentiate it from basal cell carcinoma.
18 citations
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November 2016 in “International clinical psychopharmacology” This study found that in a 10-week trial, inositol did not significantly reduce trichotillomania symptoms compared to placebo, although 42.1% of inositol-treated patients felt 'much or very much improved' at the study's end.
63 citations
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November 2015 in “Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study reports that a Rutin-loaded nanophytosomal formulation with improved physical stability can enhance the bioavailability and antioxidant property of rutin for use in food and pharmaceutical products.
January 2019 in “Florida International University Digital Commons (Florida International University)” This research describes using advanced mass spectrometry imaging techniques to analyze gunshot residue and map molecular components in biological samples, such as tumors and mosquito ovarian follicles, at unprecedented spatial resolution and specificity.
2 citations
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November 1992 in “Journal of dermatology” This study found that cells isolated from human scalp hair follicles proliferated well in a specific culture medium and possessed keratins characteristic of hair-forming cells.
4 citations
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July 2018 in “International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH” This paper introduces a new microscopy technique to measure biomagnetic fields of human hair follicles using Prussian Blue Stain mixed with iron particles, but it reports no new clinical results.
86 citations
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October 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.
October 2010 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” This study reported that MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometry profiling demonstrated nearly 100% sensitivity and specificity in detecting adenomyosis and leiomyoma, revealing potential peptide markers for these conditions.
August 2000 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis” This study used novel methods to detect and map iodine concentrations in pig skin, finding iodine present in the coating, stratum corneum, and tissue around hair follicles.
9 citations
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August 1980 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” This study found that Rhodamin B staining of keratin was inconsistent across normal skin, epithelial tumors, and dermatoses, with notable differences in staining intensity between tricho-hyalin and keratohyalin granules.