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September 1999 in “Mammalian genome” In this study, researchers generated a mouse mutation called scraggly, related to hair and skin defects, and mapped it to a genetic location on mouse Chromosome 19 distinct from similar mutations.
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June 2023 in “Ethnobotany research and applications” This review examined the medicinal properties of the Ziziphus plant species, highlighting their traditional use in treating various conditions and their bioactive compounds with potential anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-diabetic effects. The authors concluded that Ziziphus species, particularly jujube, have promising pharmacological activities warranting further investigation.
This study reported that autogenic hair follicle transplantation provided good cosmetic results and improved quality of life for patients with post-irradiation alopecia, despite delayed hair regrowth due to blood supply deficits.
This case report describes a unique dermatologic condition called SCRATCH, occurring in a runner due to shirt friction, which resulted in clumped axillary hairs and temporary alopecia.
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October 2015 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” This case study illustrates the classic dermatological signs of scurvy in a man with unusual dietary habits, showcasing the importance of recognizing and treating vitamin C deficiency in marginalized populations.
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November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” August 2023 in “Clinical Infectious Diseases” This study presented the case of an 81-year-old woman with 1-year history of scalp erosions and pustules, initially suspected to be infectious, but skin biopsy revealed impetiginized scale-crust, epidermal atrophy, dermal fibrosis, and mixed inflammatory infiltrate, leading to scarring alopecia.
January 1996 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the challenges of unsightly scars and lumpy grafts in hair transplantation, highlighting the need for methods to predict abnormal scar reactions, but reports no new findings.
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December 1996 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a 23-year-old man with scurvy, characterized by perifollicular hemorrhages, gum disease, and other symptoms due to a diet low in fresh fruits and vegetables.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This case report reveals a diagnosis of scurvy in a 19-year-old woman, emphasizing the importance of considering vitamin C deficiency in patients with dietary restrictions presenting with specific skin and gum symptoms.
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October 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review proposes a new approach for categorizing and diagnosing unruly hair forms, building on previous literature and clinical experience, without presenting new clinical results.
This case study describes a young girl with sparse, brittle scalp hair and multiple keratotic papules, but no systemic or familial abnormalities were found.
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April 2018 in “Royal Society open science” This study found that mange-infected bare-nosed wombats have increased heat loss, higher metabolic rates, altered behavior, and disrupted fatty acid composition compared to healthy individuals.
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November 2001 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” This study found that desmocollin 1 is crucial for strong adhesion and barrier maintenance in the mouse epidermis, with its absence leading to skin and hair issues resembling chronic dermatitis.
February 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” This case study reports that a 4-month-old local male dog with scabiosis due to Sarcoptes scabiei infection improved after receiving a combination of ivermectin, antihistamines, supportive therapies, and sulfur shampoo for 28 days, with new hair growth observed by the 40th day.
19 citations
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July 2004 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In this case study, a 74-year-old woman improved her scalp hair condition by reducing chronic rubbing, leading to hair regrowth without ongoing abnormalities after behavior modification.
April 2024 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” In this study, researchers describe the causes and treatment of scabiosis in cats, identifying mites Sarcoptes scabiei and Notoedres cati as the culprits and detailing a therapeutic regimen including ivermectin, diphenhydramine, nutritional supplements, and sulfur shampoo that resulted in improved symptoms and hair regrowth.
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May 2004 in “Hair transplant forum international” This piece outlines three aesthetic issues affecting patients after grafting but doesn't include any new results.
April 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” In this case study, a six-month-old cat diagnosed with skin and digestive issues showed improvement after receiving a treatment regimen of antiparasitics, antihistamines, and vitamins, along with topical sulfur soap bathing, within a two-week period.
May 2006 in “The American journal of medicine” This article presents a case of a 45-year-old African American man with firm, hyperpigmented papules and pustules on his cheeks and neck, persisting despite various shaving methods.
March 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” In this case report, treatment involving anthelmintic pyrantel pamoate and antiparasitic sarolaner effectively reduced pruritus and physical symptoms of scabiosis and ancylostomyosis in a puppy, with notable improvements observed by day 14.
18 citations
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March 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report presents a 28-year-old man with scarring alopecia unresponsive to topical treatments, alongside a family history of keratosis pilaris and unique curly scalp hair.
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August 2014 in “PubMed”
November 2024 in “VITEK Bidang Kedokteran Hewan” In this case study, treatment using ivermectin, antihistamines, topical antibiotics, and supplements resulted in clinical recovery from scabies-related symptoms in a domestic male cat, showing significant reduction in itching and skin lesions by the seventh day.
179 citations
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June 2000 in “The American journal of pathology” This study reports that the asebia-2J mutation in mice affects sebaceous gland function and leads to hair follicle destruction, offering a model for human scarring alopecias.
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January 2021 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” In this pilot study, the researchers observed that transplanting anagen hair follicles into human scars can promote remodeling of fibrotic tissue and inhibit pro-fibrotic factors, offering potential new treatments for mature scars.
December 1972 in “Archives of Dermatology” This report describes a case of scarring alopecia in a 7-year-old girl, highlighting the presence of inflammation without true sclerosis despite normal bone age and negative fungal tests.
January 2005 in “Chinese Journal of Veterinary” This study observed that hairless mice of different strains initially grow hair but soon develop alopecia and other skin and pigmentation changes with age.
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October 2003 in “Archives of Dermatology” This abstract is a website information page and provides no research findings, results, or conclusions.
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review summarizes current knowledge of Dermatitis Cruris Pustulosa et Atrophicans, reports its first known case in Bangladesh and Europe, and highlights the need for more research on its etiology and treatment.