4 citations
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May 2025 in “npj Parkinson s Disease” This study identified peripheral myeloid cells as the earliest dysregulated immune cells in PINK1 KO mice with Parkinson’s-like symptoms following intestinal infections, suggesting that PINK1 regulates gut immune functions linked to early Parkinson’s disease mechanisms.
12 citations
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June 2011 in “Han-guk sikpum gwahakoeji/Han'gug sigpum gwahag hoeji/Han-guk sikpum gwahak hoeji” This study found that MBN, an herbal extract fermented by Lactobacillus plantarum, promoted hair growth and increased related gene expression in C57BL/6 mice.
In this study, melatonin implantation altered BMP2 gene expression associated with hair follicle growth in Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goats, particularly reducing expression during the follicles' resting period.
3 citations
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September 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” This study described the clinical characteristics of keratosis pilaris atrophicans faciei in 14 patients, noting that earlier diagnosis may enable more targeted treatment options.
This chapter provides dermatology trainees with insights on managing lichen planopilaris, emphasizing treating active disease to prevent further hair loss and recommending a tapered course of oral steroids for disease stabilization.
4 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma injections increased hair diameter in the treated Pakistani population, with significant improvements observed in both men and women.
December 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This study identified various methodological inconsistencies in systematic reviews on platelet-rich plasma therapy for pattern hair loss, suggesting a need for rigorous adherence to established guidelines.
11 citations
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January 2018 in “Jaypee's international journal of clinical pediatric dentistry” This report describes the clinical presentation of Papillon-Lefèvre syndrome in two brothers and reviews the related literature, without providing new clinical outcomes.
12 citations
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September 2013 in “BMC Biophysics” This study developed a model showing that keratin elasticity in skin may be influenced by electrostatic and bridging interactions between keratin filaments, contingent on the balance of charges in the surrounding medium.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This study found that Pomeranian dogs with a woolly coat type and male dogs had a higher risk of developing Alopecia X in the Netherlands and Belgian regions studied.
This study identified that α-ketobutyrate (α-KB) extends lifespan and improves health markers in Caenorhabditis elegans and aged mice by modulating pyruvate metabolism and activating AMPK pathways, with potential implications for human anti-aging treatments.
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January 2000 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This case report documents a middle-aged female with black piedra on her scalp hair, confirmed through potassium hydroxide examination and fungal culture.
December 2001 in “Fertility and Sterility” The book provides a clear overview of PCOD and is recommended for medical trainees and clinicians, but may lack depth for advanced researchers.
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February 2024 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that cyclic MPA is as effective as OCPs in resuming ovulation among women with PCOS, offering a viable alternative for those who cannot or choose not to use OCPs.
July 2025 in “Kottakkal Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine And Research” In this case study, a 61-year-old male with chronic plaque psoriasis showed marked improvement in symptoms and quality of life after undergoing sodhana therapy and Bakuchi rasayana treatment, with a reduction in PASI score from 14.5 to 4.8 reported by the researchers.
February 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This study described a rare case of bullous pemphigoid presenting as cicatricial alopecia in a Hispanic female, successfully treated with a combination of oral methotrexate and topical steroids.
13 citations
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May 2016 in “International journal of biological macromolecules” This study demonstrated that molecular dynamics simulations of keratin could effectively model the mechanical properties of hair, aligning well with experimental data, especially when conducted in vacuum conditions.
475 citations
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October 2006 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” This study suggests that folliculin, mutated in Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome, and its partner FNIP1 may play a role in energy and nutrient sensing through the AMPK and mTOR pathways.
138 citations
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review discusses expert consensus on PCOS, emphasizing its impacts and supporting evidence-based treatments, while recommending further research into nutraceutical benefits for managing the condition; it reports no new clinical results.
13 citations
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January 2010 in “Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology” This study found that increased Bcl-2 protein expression after DPCP treatment was associated with hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients, suggesting its role in inhibiting apoptosis.
9 citations
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January 2018 in “Medical research archives” This review discusses the therapeutic use of photobiomodulation for various skin conditions, highlighting its efficacy in accelerating tissue repair, reducing inflammation, and treating pigmentary disorders and other skin diseases, but it reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that women with PCOS who reported the highest levels of physical activity also reported better outcomes in BMI, mental health, and sleep quality, suggesting that enhancing motivation may improve participation in physical activity.
8 citations
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January 1984 in “Veterinary Pathology” This study found no conclusive link between prolonged mibolerone treatment and perifollicular mineralization in toy poodles, suggesting it may instead be a senile change common in the breed.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences and Research” In this study, both resistance training and aerobic exercise with lifestyle modification were similarly effective for managing PCOS symptoms, but resistance training showed more significant benefits for BMI and menstrual regularity.
November 2025 in “Journal of Scientific Research and Reports” This study found that among female college students in the Thane District, poor dietary patterns high in simple carbohydrates and saturated fats significantly increased the risk of developing PCOS, highlighting the need for nutritional education and public health interventions.
July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study established a model of heat-damaged hair to assess hair care products, finding that daily hair drying for a month causes notable cuticle lifting, reduced mechanical properties, and increased protein release, and the model simulates even more severe damage.
December 2025 in “EXPERIMENTAL & CLINICAL MEDICINE GEORGIA” This study describes Pseudopelade of Brocq as a rare and enigmatic scarring alopecia characterized by irregular hair loss patterns on the scalp, requiring exclusion of other conditions like lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus for a specific diagnosis.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review article outlines grooming practices and treatments for pseudofolliculitis barbae, noting that while discontinuing shaving is an effective approach, those who cannot do so may benefit from adjusted shaving techniques, chemical depilatories, or laser therapies.
September 2022 in “Cureus” This study found that platelet-rich plasma treatment for male and female pattern hair loss resulted in high patient satisfaction and clinical improvement, with patients likely to recommend the treatment to others.
12 citations
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August 2019 in “BMC Medical Genetics” This study found that two MC4R gene polymorphisms are associated with higher BMI in women with PCOS in western Saudi Arabia, but are not linked to PCOS itself.