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research Hair Regrowth
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
research Olfactory Receptor OR2AT4 Regulates Human Hair Growth
A certain smell receptor in hair follicles can affect hair growth when activated by a synthetic sandalwood scent.
research Cell Types Promoting Goosebumps Form a Niche to Regulate Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Muscles and nerves that cause goosebumps also help control hair growth.
research Assessment of Hair Loss: Clinical Relevance of Hair Growth Evaluation Methods
Effective hair loss assessment requires a mix of precise measurement methods.
research Elastin Staining Patterns in Primary Cicatricial Alopecia
Elastin staining helps assess late-stage scarring alopecia but is not definitive, and clinical diagnosis is still crucial.
research Any Route for Melanoblasts to Colonize the Skin
Melanoblasts migrate to the skin using various pathways, and understanding this process could help with skin disease research.
research Chemical Peels: Indications and Special Considerations for the Male Patient
Chemical peels are effective and popular for treating men's skin issues, with some special considerations for their unique skin needs.
research Common Dermatologic Procedures
The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.
research A Review of the Etiologies, Clinical Characteristics, and Treatment of Canities
Gray hair is caused by reduced melanin production or transfer issues, linked to aging and possibly health conditions, with treatments focusing on color camouflage.
research Gonads
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
research Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer from Body Fluids Using a Panel of Tumor Suppressor Genes
Blood tests for tumor cells could improve prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment; hair loss severity linked to a gene affecting prostate conditions.
research Precision Dermatology: A Review of Molecular Biomarkers and Personalized Therapies
Personalized medicine in dermatology uses molecular biomarkers to improve diagnosis and treatment but needs further advancements for practical use.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research 2015
The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
research Development of Radioiodinated Nonsteroidal Androgen Receptor Ligands for SPECT Imaging of Prostate Cancer
Scientists at the University of Michigan Medical School successfully created a special compound that can be used to improve imaging of prostate cancer.
research Design, Synthesis, and Preclinical Evaluation of Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen Targeted 99mTc-Radioimaging Agents
Researchers developed promising agents for prostate cancer imaging, with the best one showing high potential for clinical use.
research Use of Hair Grafting in Scar Camouflage
Hair grafting is a key method for improving scars, especially in areas with hair, by transplanting hair to hide the scar while maintaining its original characteristics.
research Limited Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer: Treatment Strategies and Prognostic Factors
Treat limited stage small cell lung cancer with chemotherapy and radiation, and consider preventive brain radiation for better survival chances.
research A Comprehensive Approach in Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.
research Molecular Mapping of Lymph Node Metastases by Real-Time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction in Two Melanoma Patients
The conclusion is that a certain test might help find cancer spread in lymph nodes for melanoma patients, but more research is needed due to false positives.
research Quantitative Evaluation of Female Pattern Hair Loss in Chinese Women
Computer-aided imaging system accurately measures baldness in Chinese women with hair loss.
research Follicular Transplantation
Careful planning and patient counseling can lead to excellent hair transplant results, often in one or two sessions.
research An Open, Randomized, Comparative Study of Oral Finasteride and 5% Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
research From Neural Crest Cells to Melanocytes: Cellular Plasticity During Development and Beyond
Melanocyte development from neural crest cells is complex and influenced by many factors, and better understanding could help treat skin disorders.
research Current Applications of High-Frequency Ultrasonography in Dermatology
High-frequency ultrasonography is a useful but underused tool in dermatology for assessing skin cancers, monitoring diseases, and evaluating treatments.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Minoxidil as a Prophylaxis of Doxorubicin-Induced Alopecia
Minoxidil not effective in preventing chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
research Critical Study of Hair Growth Analysis with Computer-Assisted Methods
The Trichoscan system was found to be inaccurate for measuring hair growth, needing better software to be useful.
research Current Management Strategies for Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
The document concludes that treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma should be customized to each patient's disease stage, balancing benefits and side effects, with no cure but many patients living long lives.