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Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
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research Defining the Transcriptional Signature of Esophageal-to-Skin Lineage Conversion
Adult esophageal cells can start to become like skin cells, with a key pathway influencing this change.
research Theoretical Investigation of the Conformational Space of Baicalin
The study found that baicalin has different stable shapes in gas and water, with two shapes better for interacting with positive charges in water.
research Biotin
Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of Dupilumab in Adolescent Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
Dupilumab is effective and safe for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in adolescents.
research Topical Sandalore, a Specific OR2AT4-Stimulating Odorant, Ameliorates Female Telogen Effluvium: Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Sandalore®, a synthetic scent, improved hair loss and satisfaction in women with telogen effluvium.
research Mixing the Old with the New: Drug Repurposing for Immune Deficiency in the Era of Precision Medicine and Pediatric Genomics
Using old drugs for new uses can help treat rare immune deficiencies.
research Novel Treatment Modalities for Hair Loss
New hair loss treatments show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Hair and Scalp Variation Related to Gender
Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.
research Special Dermatology/Plastic Surgery Issue 2017
The 2017 issue emphasized progress in laser and energy-based skin treatments, but noted the need for more research on certain procedures and technologies.
research Histomorphological and Quantitative Characteristics of Black and Gray Human Scalp Hair
Gray hair has more continuous medullation and a higher medullary diameter than black hair.
research The Hormonal Background of Hair Loss in Non-Scarring Alopecias
Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
research Use of Ethinylestradiol/Drospirenone Combination in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Relevance of Trichoscopy in the Differential Diagnosis of Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional Study from North India
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research Antimicrobial Peptide Lysozyme Has the Potential to Promote Mouse Hair Follicle Growth In Vitro
Lysozyme might help mouse hair grow.
research A Study of the Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Premenopausal Women With Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Case-Control Study
Women with female pattern hair loss may have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Effectiveness and Safety of Alcohol-Free Minoxidil in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
Alcohol-free minoxidil 5% is effective and safe for treating male pattern hair loss.
research Sdr16c5 and Sdr16c6 Control a Dormant Pathway at a Bifurcation Point Between Meibogenesis and Sebogenesis
Sdr16c5 and Sdr16c6 genes regulate a key point in lipid production that affects eye and skin gland function.
research Comparison Between Topical Cetirizine With Minoxidil Versus Topical Placebo With Minoxidil In Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
Adding cetirizine to minoxidil improves hair growth and thickness in women with androgenetic alopecia.
research Spermidine Promotes Human Hair Growth and Is a Novel Modulator of Human Epithelial Stem Cell Functions
Spermidine may help reduce hair loss and deserves further testing as a treatment.
research Comparative Study Between Mesotherapy and Topical 5% Minoxidil by Dermoscopic Evaluation for Androgenic Alopecia in Males: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Mesotherapy is not significantly better than minoxidil for treating male hair loss.
research A Quantitative Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Steroids from Human Scalp Hair
The method can measure multiple steroids in human hair to study long-term steroid metabolism, especially in newborns and children.
research Dermoscopic Findings of Alopecia in Patients with Hypothyroidism
People with hypothyroidism and hair loss often have more hair and scalp issues than those without thyroid problems.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical 5% Azelaic Acid Solution Versus 2% Minoxidil Solution in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
5% Azelaic acid is as effective as 2% Minoxidil for female pattern hair loss and could be an alternative for those allergic to Minoxidil or pregnant.
research Assessment of Occipital Involvement Among a Large Population of Females with Pattern Hair Loss in Saudi Arabia
About one-third of Saudi women with female pattern hair loss also have thinning hair at the back of their head.
research A Dermoscopic Clue for the Diagnosis of Traction Alopecia: Peripilar Keratin Casts Case Report
Peripilar keratin casts are a helpful sign for diagnosing traction alopecia.
research Transglutaminase 3: The Involvement in Epithelial Differentiation and Cancer
TGM3 is important for skin and hair structure and may help diagnose cancer.
research Glycome Profiling by Lectin Microarray Reveals Dynamic Glycan Alterations During Epidermal Stem Cell Aging
Aging changes sugar molecules on skin stem cells, which may affect their ability to repair skin.
research Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting Only as Nonscarring Alopecia
A 13-year-old girl was diagnosed with juvenile lupus, showing only hair loss as a symptom.
research PLOS Science Wednesday: Hi Reddit, I'm Zhengquan Yu, Here to Talk About My Recent PLOS Genetics Paper That Has Identified the Key Role of a MicroRNA in Hair Loss. I'm Joined by Maksim Plikus, Who Studies
MicroRNA miR-22 causes hair loss by making hair follicles regress early.