January 2022 in “Sustainable development goals series” The document concludes that significant investment in agricultural innovation is necessary to achieve global food security and nutrition.
April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik” Male-pattern hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with key genes identified.
125 citations,
September 2019 in “Journal of Clinical Immunology” Foxp3 is crucial for regulatory T cell function, and targeting these cells may help treat immune disorders.
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July 2019 in “PloS one” Patients with Alopecia areata have fewer specific immune cells that normally regulate the immune system, which may contribute to the condition.
67 citations,
January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” Tissue-resident memory T cells can protect against infections and cancer but may also contribute to autoimmune diseases.
22 citations,
January 2009 in “Advances in experimental medicine and biology” FOXN1 mutations cause severe immunodeficiency, hair loss, nail issues, and thymus defects.
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January 2020 in “Critical Reviews in Immunology” MAIT cells may help fight COVID-19 but also contribute to severe inflammation.
12 citations,
May 2019 in “Stem cell reviews” Fetal-maternal stem cells in a mother's hair can help with tissue repair and regeneration long after childbirth.
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September 2013 in “Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology” Different types of stem cells and their environments are key to skin repair and maintenance.
80 citations,
April 2018 in “Trends in Molecular Medicine” Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may help us understand hair follicle stem cell disorders and suggest new treatments.
1 citations,
June 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata had lower vitamin D levels, but these levels didn't relate to many aspects of the condition.
39 citations,
January 2015 in “International journal for parasitology/International Journal for Parasitology” Epidermal keratinocytes start wound healing and inflammation after schistosome infection.
December 2021 in “Signal transduction and targeted therapy” Increasing sebum production might help reduce fat and improve metabolism.
191 citations,
May 2018 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Alopecia areata is likely an autoimmune disease with unclear triggers, involving various immune cells and molecules, and currently has no cure.
610 citations,
April 2014 in “Nature Reviews Immunology” The document concludes that understanding how the skin's immune system and inflammation work is complex and requires more research to improve treatments for skin diseases.
66 citations,
July 2015 in “Organogenesis” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin wound healing and reducing scars.
59 citations,
September 2008 in “Experimental dermatology” Both mouse and rat models are effective for testing alopecia areata treatments.
5 citations,
February 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different immune cells like platelets, mast cells, neutrophils, macrophages, T cells, B cells, and innate lymphoid cells all play roles in skin wound healing, but more research is needed due to inconsistent results and the complex nature of the immune response.
17 citations,
June 2019 in “The journal of immunology/The Journal of immunology” A specific DNA region is crucial for Foxn1 gene expression in thymus cells but not in hair follicles.
Low-level laser therapy is a safe, painless method that effectively treats acne and improves skin without post-treatment care.
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November 1992 in “Current problems in dermatology” Glucocorticoids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that must be used carefully to avoid serious side effects.
12 citations,
November 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical diphencyprone helped regrow hair in mice and rats with a condition similar to human hair loss.
4 citations,
September 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Various treatments exist for alopecia areata, but none are completely satisfactory; choice depends on age, disease extent, and preference.
April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” The supplement highlighted advancements and challenges in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including the impact of smoking, chemotherapy, and new treatments like Tafluprost for hair loss.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune condition causing varying hair loss, diagnosed by specific patterns of inflammation around hair follicles, with several treatment options available.
4 citations,
January 2023 in “Skin health and disease” Blocking Janus kinase 1 helps stop inflammation and regrow hair, making it a good treatment for hair loss from alopecia areata.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The meeting highlighted the genetic basis of female pattern hair loss and various skin health insights.
3 citations,
November 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” Certain genes are linked to the quality of cashmere in goats.
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January 2017 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” Adalimumab is the most effective treatment for severe hidradenitis suppurativa, but more research is needed to improve treatment options.
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May 2012 in “PloS one” Thymic transplantation normalized some T-cells but not others, maintaining immune function.