August 2024 in “Indian Journal of Skin Allergy” Stem-cell therapy shows promise for skin conditions but needs more research.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Injecting a person's own fat into their scalp may help regrow hair and improve hair thickness in different types of hair loss.
273 citations,
May 2017 in “The Lancet” Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
71 citations,
February 2020 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
55 citations,
October 2009 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” Burn reconstruction improves with new techniques, materials, and tissue engineering.
12 citations,
February 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some people with chronic hair loss may have thyroid autoimmunity.
November 2017 in “British journal of nursing” Charities help patients manage their own health by providing resources and support.
508 citations,
February 2007 in “Cell” Epithelial stem cells are crucial for tissue renewal and repair, and understanding them could improve treatments for damage and cancer.
359 citations,
January 2015 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” Hair growth phase and certain genes can speed up wound healing, while an inflammatory mediator can slow down new hair growth after a wound. Understanding these factors can improve tissue regeneration during wound healing.
50 citations,
May 1999 in “Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery” Microsurgical reconstruction effectively covers complex scalp defects but doesn't improve survival for cancer-related cases.
49 citations,
August 2007 in “Dermatologic surgery” New treatments for acne scars are safer and more effective because we understand the causes better.
36 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Mice are useful for researching human hair loss and testing treatments, despite some differences between species.
30 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Tight hairstyles, especially on chemically treated hair, can cause reversible hair loss if caught early but may become permanent if not addressed.
27 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that primary scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss, have unpredictable outcomes, and lack definitive treatments, requiring personalized care.
19 citations,
January 2014 in “Facial plastic surgery” Dermabrasion improves skin appearance by removing the top layer to promote healing.
16 citations,
March 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hydrogen peroxide's effects on wound healing in hair transplants are unclear, and it may slow healing and increase scarring.
16 citations,
August 2004 in “Tetrahedron” Scientists made all eight versions of a compound called cyoctol, but found it's not an anti-androgen and it fully breaks down in the skin.
2 citations,
November 2022 in “Scientific reports” Using gelatin sponges for deep skin wounds helps bone marrow cells repair tissue without scarring.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Topical treatments can deliver active molecules to skin stem cells, potentially helping treat skin and hair disorders, including skin cancers and hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2018 Improve burn patients' appearance and function using various techniques, teamwork, and psychological support.
February 2024 in “Sohag Medical Journal” Various local treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but individualized plans and more research are needed.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” PRP can reduce pain and improve function, but more standardized research is needed.
November 2022 in “The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences” Isoniazid can rarely cause hair loss, which is reversible after stopping the drug.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin heals with scars because only one type of fibroblast is used, not a mix.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
June 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hydrogen peroxide may have both positive and negative effects on wound healing, and its safe concentration for hair transplant surgery is unclear.
355 citations,
August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” The nanofibers with two growth factors improved wound healing by supporting structure, preventing infection, and aiding tissue growth.
306 citations,
April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin has a complex immune system that is essential for protection and healing, requiring more research for better wound treatment.
252 citations,
April 2009 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” The immune system plays a key role in tissue repair, affecting both healing quality and regenerative ability.
165 citations,
January 2008 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.” The peptide GHK-Cu helps heal and remodel tissue, improves skin and hair health, and has potential for treating age-related inflammatory diseases.