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October 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” IL-4 and IL-13 might play a role in a type of hair loss similar to alopecia areata.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Tofacitinib regrew hair in a man with total hair loss but raised cytokine levels, needing more research on possible side effects.
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December 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” NKG2D+CD4+ T cells are higher in alopecia areata patients and may be involved in the disease.
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December 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Plasmacytoid dendritic cells are a key factor in causing hair loss in alopecia areata and could help differentiate it from other hair loss conditions.
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April 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” People with certain skin diseases have higher levels of the hormone prolactin in their blood.
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December 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Low vitamin D might be linked to certain types of hair loss, and supplements could help, but more research is needed.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The meeting highlighted the genetic basis of female pattern hair loss and various skin health insights.
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June 2021 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” JAK inhibitors show promise in effectively treating hair loss from alopecia areata.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Interferon & Cytokine Research” Certain genetic variations in IL18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata in Koreans.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Alopecia areata is influenced by genetics and immune system factors, and better understanding could improve treatments.
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October 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Dupilumab helped a 4-year-old grow hair back after another treatment failed.
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August 2006 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Pregnancy can cause specific skin conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment to protect both mother and baby.
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” The document concludes that specific itchy skin diseases during pregnancy have varying fetal risks and treatments, including corticosteroids and other medications.
April 2024 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Vitamin D is important for skin health and can help treat and prevent various skin conditions.
January 2016 in “Kafkas Journal of Medical Sciences” Turkish pregnant women commonly experienced skin issues like itching and acne, and doctors mainly used topical treatments due to safety concerns during pregnancy.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Chronic graft-versus-host disease in the skin shows strong Th1 immune response and unique barrier issues.