Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
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February 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biological sciences” No cure exists for alopecia areata, and treatments are personalized.
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May 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Astilbin can potentially calm overactive immune responses, like in Type 1 Diabetes, by suppressing certain cell activities and reducing inflammation.
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October 2017 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Finasteride causes reduced tear flow and severe eye inflammation.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with thymoma developed a rare chronic condition similar to graft versus host disease after surgery.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Eclipta prostrata has many traditional uses and health benefits, but more research is needed to understand how it works and ensure it's safe.
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June 2015 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” Safflower has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and shows promise in treating heart, brain, and inflammatory conditions, but more research is needed to ensure its safety.
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March 2017 in “Genomics” Genomic approach finds new possible treatments for hair loss.
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April 2020 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Herbs might help with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
May 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Current treatments for folliculitis decalvans include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and potential new therapies like botulinum toxin A and PRP.
September 2004 in “Experimental dermatology” Melatonin directly affects mouse hair follicles and may influence hair growth.
May 2022 in “Gastroenterology” Targeting NETs may help reduce fibrosis in Crohn's disease.
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June 2017 in “Advances in Therapy” New treatments for Alopecia Areata, like JAK inhibitors, show promise for hair regrowth and are likely to change future treatment approaches.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with Degos disease managed her condition for nine years with medications and had two healthy pregnancies, while a separate finding suggests a possible link between female pattern hair loss and high blood pressure.
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December 2018 in “Cytokine” Type I interferons play a key role in the development of various skin diseases.
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July 2012 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
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March 2019 in “Journal of cellular physiology” Platelet lysate is a promising, cost-effective option for regenerative medicine with potential clinical applications.
October 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Targeted immunotherapy could be a promising new treatment for hair regrowth.
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September 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.
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July 2018 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” HO-1 helps skin health and healing but can worsen melanoma; it's a potential treatment target for skin diseases.
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June 2018 in “Records of Natural Products” Garden cress extract may help treat skin inflammation and androgen-related disorders.
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November 2007 in “Annals of Surgery” Finasteride reduces inflammation and improves immune response after trauma by altering hormone levels.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” RPGRIP1L helps skin cells stick together by blocking PKCβII, which can prevent skin blistering like in pemphigus.
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October 2018 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” Chemotherapy can cause brain inflammation and damage, and understanding this process could help manage side effects.
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April 2023 in “Acta biomaterialia” New hydrogel dressing with antibiotic speeds up burn healing and skin regeneration.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants” Plant-based ingredients are effective and safe for modern skincare products.
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August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” The conclusion is that understanding how hair follicle stem cells live or die is important for maintaining healthy tissue and repairing injuries, and could help treat hair loss, but there are still challenges to overcome.
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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.