June 2023 in “Journal of Face Aesthetics” PRF is promising for dental and aesthetic uses but needs more research.
June 2023 in “Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine” Using existing drugs for new purposes could be a cost-effective way to treat chest pain and non-clogged heart arteries, with some drugs for lung blood pressure showing promise but needing more testing.
November 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
October 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Hair loss due to scarring can be treated by reducing inflammation, removing scar tissue, and transplanting hair. The Follicular Unit Extraction technique is effective but requires skill and time. Future focus should be on scar-less healing methods.
September 2022 in “Annals of medicine and surgery” Three siblings with a rare genetic condition had abnormal sexual development and chose different gender identities, needing surgery and therapy.
August 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a rare inherited disease causing hormone imbalances, affecting growth, fertility, and heart health, diagnosed through blood tests and treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
May 2022 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” The convention highlighted the importance of comprehensive patient care and early diagnosis in dermatology.
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Botulinum Neurotoxin-A can treat acne, oily skin, rosacea, hair loss, prevent scars, relieve nerve pain, reduce excessive sweating, and manage psoriasis, but more trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
July 2020 in “Comparative medicine” NSG mice had the most mites, and genetic factors affect immune response and susceptibility.
June 1998 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Facial proportion is important in hair restoration surgery.
The new minoxidil gel reduces runoff and improves eyebrow hair growth.
January 2023 in “Springer eBooks” December 2022 in “Scientia Pharmaceutica” PRP is more effective than minoxidil and placebo for treating hair loss.
5 citations,
January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” A 2-year-old boy had no hair and unusual organ placement, and it's unclear if it's genetic or coincidental.
September 2023 in “International journal of science and healthcare research” Genetic testing is crucial for diagnosing congenital atrichia, a rare condition causing irreversible hair loss.
2 citations,
July 2019 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A 17-year-old girl and her brothers have a rare hair condition with long eyelashes, thick eyebrows, and easily pluckable hair.
April 2021 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” The document suggests a 10-step plan to improve the non-surgical aesthetics and hair restoration industry.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” The JCCP wants new rules for the UK aesthetics industry to improve safety and standards.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Melanogenesis-related proteins may trigger immune responses in alopecia areata patients.
10 citations,
March 1999 in “Comparative Haematology International” Androgens increase EPO production, finasteride doesn't significantly impact it.
January 2020 in “Cosmetics” Ecklonia cava extract may protect the scalp from pollution and improve its health.
340 citations,
September 2014 in “PLOS Genetics” The study found that in Latin America, ancestry varies by location, influences physical traits, and affects how people perceive their own heritage.
7 citations,
October 2013 in “Methods in molecular biology” These methods help understand DNA changes in mouse skin.
June 2017 in “Acta Scientiae Veterinariae” A cat with a rare pancreatic tumor and diabetes died despite treatment, showing similar symptoms to a human condition.
1160 citations,
November 2018 in “Physiological Reviews” The document concludes that better targeted treatments are needed for wound healing, and single-cell technologies may improve cell-based therapies.
266 citations,
November 2013 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.
188 citations,
May 2009 in “Plant physiology” Researchers found 19 genes important for root hair growth in a plant called Arabidopsis.
82 citations,
August 2006 in “Pharmacology, Biochemistry and Behavior” Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
66 citations,
January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Isotretinoin's effects and side effects, like birth defects and depression, might be due to it causing cell death in various cells.
39 citations,
October 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Human alpha defensin 5 helps heal wounds, reduce bacteria, and grow hair on burned skin.