research Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.
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research Skin Graft
Skin grafting is a key procedure for repairing skin defects, with the success depending on the right graft choice, donor site management, and aftercare.
research Overexpression of Aldo-Keto Reductase 1C3 in LNCaP Cells Diverts Androgen Metabolism Towards Testosterone Resulting in Resistance to the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Too much AKR1C3 enzyme causes resistance to finasteride by increasing testosterone.
research Current Status of Fractional Laser Resurfacing
Fractional laser resurfacing is effective and safe for skin treatment, with benefits like less downtime and a low risk of adverse events.
research Toxic Shock Syndrome: Recent Developments in Pathogenesis
Toxic shock syndrome is caused by a complex interaction of bacterial toxins and the immune system, and understanding this can help improve diagnosis and treatment.
research Investigation of Topical Application of Procyanidin B-2 from Apple to Identify Its Potential Use as a Hair Growing Agent
Apple-derived procyanidin B-2 can safely promote hair growth in men.
research Mutational Spectrum in 101 Patients with Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia and Breakpoint Mapping in Independent Cases of Rare Genomic Rearrangements
Researchers found genetic mutations causing hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in 88% of studied patients and identified new mutations and genetic variations affecting the disease.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Dermatological Approach
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.
research Multifunctional Merkel Cells: Their Roles in Electromagnetic Reception, Fingerprint Formation, Reiki, Epigenetic Inheritance, and Hair Form
Merkel cells may have roles in sensing magnetic fields, creating fingerprints, Reiki energy healing, passing on environmental information to offspring, and influencing hair shape.
research Adverse Events of Non-Ablative Fractional Laser Photothermolysis: A Retrospective Study of 856 Treatments in 362 Patients
Non-ablative fractional laser treatments have a low risk of side effects in Asian patients.
research Bioextracting Polyphenols from the Brown Seaweed Ascophyllum Nodosum from Québec's North Shore Coastline
Freezing brown seaweed right after harvesting and using microwave-assisted extraction with 75% 1,3-propanediol as a solvent is the best way to get polyphenols for cosmetics.
research The Use of a 1,540 nm Fractional Erbium-Glass Laser in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
The erbium-glass laser effectively promotes hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Fractional Non-Ablative Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery Leads to Improvement in Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Laser-assisted drug delivery improves hair loss.
research Procyanidin Oligomers Counteract TGF-β1- and TGF-β2-Induced Apoptosis in Hair Epithelial Cells: An Insight into Their Mechanisms
Procyanidin compounds from apples and barley promote hair growth and prevent hair cell death.
research Endocrinology and Auxology of Siblings with Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.
research Levodopa-Induced Skin Disorders in Patients with Parkinson's Disease: A Systematic Literature Review
Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.
research Sulforaphane Promotes Murine Hair Growth by Accelerating the Degradation of Dihydrotestosterone
Sulforaphane may help with hair growth by breaking down a hormone that causes hair loss.
research Formulation and Characterization of Transethosomes for Enhanced Transdermal Delivery of Propranolol Hydrochloride
The new gel improves skin delivery of a drug, potentially reducing dose frequency and side effects.
research The Rise of Transcutaneous Drug Delivery for the Management of Alopecia: A Review of Existing Literature and an Eye Towards the Future
Using methods like lasers and microneedling with drugs can improve hair regrowth for alopecia, but more research is needed on safety and best practices.
research Alopecia Areata: Good Response to Treatment with Fractional Laser in 5 Cases
Fractional laser treatment helped hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata.
research Pediatric Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Early diagnosis and treatment, like topical minoxidil, can prevent hair loss in children.
research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
research Acromegaloid Facial Appearance: Case Report and Literature Review
The document concludes that AFA should be considered in patients with acromegaly-like features but normal hormone levels, and more cases need to be identified to understand the condition fully.
research A Rare Case of an Androgen-Producing Stromal Luteoma of the Ovary in a Postmenopausal Woman, Diagnosed by Selective Venous Blood Sampling
Doctors used a special blood sampling technique to diagnose a woman's rare ovarian tumor that was producing male hormones.
research An Adolescent Girl with Coexisting Ovarian Mature Cystic Teratoma and HAIR-AN Syndrome, an Extreme Subtype of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research Severe Hyperandrogenemia and Insulin Resistance in a 12-Year-Old Girl
A 12-year-old girl with very high testosterone and insulin resistance improved with birth control pills, suggesting PCOS can cause high testosterone without tumors.
research Cosmetic Considerations in Dark-Skinned Patients
Dermatologists should customize cosmetic treatments for dark-skinned patients to minimize risks and complications.
research Non-Ablative Fractional Laser as an Emerging Treatment for Alopecia Areata
Combining corticosteroids and non-ablative fractional laser therapy may effectively treat extensive alopecia areata.
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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.