4 citations
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February 2013 in “PubMed” In this study, the antibody A3 identified quiescent post-progenitor epithelial and mesenchymal cells in developing rat hair follicles, suggesting it may help track the differentiation of these cells.
4 citations
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September 1999 in “Journal of Clinical Forensic Medicine” Caffeine in hair might help identify people, but it's not always reliable.
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March 2024 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study observed that both prenatal androgen exposure and postnatal early-life environment influence the development of PCOS-like phenotypes and changes in the gut microbiota in prenatally androgenized offspring.
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November 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” 3 citations
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March 2023 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” In this study using mice, simultaneous deficiencies in claudin-1 and claudin-3 were associated with hair loss and altered hair follicle architecture during the telogen phase, suggesting a role in hair retention.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, the researchers reported that ischemia-modified albumin and IMA/albumin levels may not effectively predict disease severity in patients with alopecia areata.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Modern Rheumatology Case Reports” This case report details a rare instance of simultaneous onset of systemic lupus erythematosus and IgG4-related disease in a 73-year-old woman, where treatment improved symptoms by using high-dose glucocorticoids, hydroxychloroquine, and belimumab.
3 citations
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January 2008 in “Endocrine journal” In this case report, the authors describe a partial androgen insensitivity syndrome patient with a novel AR gene mutation, highlighting challenges in gender assignment decisions for infants with partial AIS.
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September 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this study, baricitinib was effective in improving hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata over one year, especially when treatment began within four years of symptom onset.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” In this case report, researchers describe an adult patient with CHILD syndrome whose skin lesions were successfully managed with topical ketoconazole, marking the first known instance of using this treatment without recurrence during follow-up.
2 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Natural Products” In this study, researchers accomplished the total synthesis of calanthoside, noted for its strong proliferative effects on human hair follicle dermal papilla cells, using a seven-step process from anthranilic acid with a 43% overall yield.
2 citations
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September 2021 in “International Journal of STD & AIDS” This study found that dermatoses are common in people living with HIV and may serve as indicators of disease stage, with certain conditions more prevalent when CD4+ counts are below 200/mm³.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “Open journal of stomatology” This study found that trichohyalin is expressed in cancerous tongue epithelial cells, while plectin-1 expression may indicate malignancy.
2 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Reduced TRPS1 leads to increased STAT3 and SOX9 in hair follicles, affecting hair growth.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” ALDOA levels drop in hair cells during hair loss.
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May 2012 in “Acta pharmaceutica sinica B” This study examined the microscopic characteristics of hair or feather in five animal drug components of the Shenrongbian pill, identifying distinctive medulla cell shapes and hair cuticle patterns for each component.
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January 2011 in “Dental Medicine Research” This study suggests that Keratin 6hf may be a potential marker of oral squamous cell carcinoma and could play a role in its progression, though further research is needed to understand its function.
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January 1994 in “Journal of S C C J” This study found that objective measurements of hair growth, such as hair growth rate and diameter, can provide a more accurate evaluation of androgenic alopecia than subjective grading alone.
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March 2023 in “Medicine” This case report details a patient with Satoyoshi syndrome presenting with uveitis and impending central retinal vein occlusion, a previously undocumented complication, suggesting uveitis as a potential complication of the syndrome.
1 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study presents a case of treatment-resistant alopecia universalis that successfully responded to a combination of tofacitinib and oral minoxidil, highlighting a potential therapeutic approach for challenging cases of alopecia areata.
1 citations
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April 2001 in “Biological Rhythm Research” This study suggests that D2O increases hair length in nude mice by extending the hair cycle duration, particularly the hair-existing phase, which is associated with increased mast cell density.
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April 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study found that a topical plant worm extract significantly accelerated hair regrowth in mice without apparent toxicity or side effects.
This scoping review found that cancer-related appearance changes lead to significant psychosocial challenges for survivors, which are often inadequately addressed in current care. To better support survivors, the review highlighted the need for more appearance-related research and collaboration with the beauty industry.
March 2026 in “Cancer Diagnosis & Prognosis” In this study, researchers used a patient-reported outcome questionnaire to assess long-term adverse effects in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, finding persistent symptoms like neuropathy, dysgeusia, insomnia, and nail loss. Peripheral neuropathy was notably prolonged in those receiving anthracycline- and taxane-based regimens compared to docetaxel/cyclophosphamide.
February 2026 in “Health Science Reports” In this review, the authors emphasize the importance of understanding drug chemical structures to help general physicians better manage and treat acne, although no specific results are reported.
January 2026 in “RSC Medicinal Chemistry” This study notes the ongoing challenge in developing new drugs for androgenetic alopecia, mentioning that both minoxidil and finasteride were originally intended for treating hypertension. Results are not reported.
January 2026 in “Chemical Communications” This study found that calanthoside, a compound isolated from Calanthe species, promotes the proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells more effectively than minoxidil.
November 2025 in “Journal of Diabetes Investigation” In this case study, a man with Werner syndrome and diabetes saw improved glycemic control and insulin resistance with dapagliflozin, suggesting its potential usefulness for managing diabetes in similar patients.
October 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of MNC-QQ cell therapy in five men with androgenic alopecia, reporting no adverse effects and improvements in hair growth, hair density, and quality of life over six months.
This study found that patient-reported outcomes revealed the persistence of neuropathy, insomnia, and nail changes in breast cancer patients beyond chemotherapy, emphasizing the importance of monitoring long-term adverse events.