1 citations,
November 2022 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Lotus corniculatus seed extract reduces oily skin by decreasing sebum production.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The 3D-SeboSkin model effectively simulates Hidradenitis suppurativa and is useful for future research.
36 citations,
October 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dihydrotestosterone can be made from dehydroepiandrosterone in skin cells without needing testosterone.
25 citations,
December 1995 in “Neurology” The research found that chickenpox virus spreads in skin through blood then to skin cells, while shingles virus moves from nerves to hair follicle areas before infecting skin cells.
4 citations,
April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology Research and Therapy” Anti-androgens are safe and effective for treating moderate to severe adult female acne.
1 citations,
May 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Inflammation and fibrosis are important factors in hair loss, but more research with better control samples is needed.
1 citations,
June 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Pregnancy can trigger follicular mucinosis, which may resolve after delivery.
1 citations,
March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Isotretinoin is a preferred treatment for severe acne, often leading to long-term improvement, but requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects.
105 citations,
December 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.
55 citations,
July 2013 in “Dermatologic therapy” Some dermatological medications can impair male fertility, so consult a doctor before trying to conceive.
37 citations,
March 2014 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology” Lower hair zinc and copper levels found in Turkish males with hair loss; higher BMI linked to less hair zinc.
36 citations,
December 2015 in “Drugs” New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
33 citations,
January 2013 in “Dermatology” Over half of the adult women with acne in the study had higher than normal levels of male hormones, especially DHEA.
29 citations,
February 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Loss of Fz6 disrupts hair follicle and associated structures' orientation.
15 citations,
May 2011 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Vitamin A might be a safe extra treatment for dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness.
11 citations,
July 2019 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.
11 citations,
January 1998 in “Dermatology” Spironolactone works well for acne and hirsutism, isotretinoin is very effective for acne and may have antiandrogenic effects, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors should be considered antiandrogens.
9 citations,
June 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.
8 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of pathology and translational medicine” CD99 is highly present in certain skin cells and could help treat skin conditions.
4 citations,
August 2015 in “Medical Hypotheses” The conclusion suggests that the hormone ghrelin might link acid reflux to oily skin.
October 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” PPAR-γ may be a key target for treating alopecia areata and other skin conditions.
January 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Trichotillomania is a disorder where people compulsively pull out their hair, treated with drugs and behavior therapy.
December 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Isotretinoin treatment increases p53 levels in the skin, which may explain its effectiveness against acne.
May 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Isotretinoin treatment increases p53 levels in the skin, which may explain its effectiveness against acne.
August 2011 in “동의생리병리학회지 = Journal of physiology & pathology in Korean Medicine” Green tea extract increases lipid production in human sebaceous gland cells.
September 2020 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Higher myostatin and insulin resistance are linked to androgenetic alopecia.
27 citations,
June 2017 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” New anti-acne medications are being tested to offer alternatives to current treatments.
8 citations,
February 2022 in “Molecules” Asparagus racemosus root extract reduced sebum and pore size in men but not in women.
June 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Women with acne and PCOS should be checked for insulin resistance and related symptoms.