June 2018 in “Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association” Three related Persian cats have a rare, likely hereditary skin condition causing hair loss and poor coat quality, with limited treatment options.
74 citations,
July 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Trichoscopy is a quick and easy way to diagnose most genetic hair problems without invasive methods.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Journal of developmental biology” Bird foot scales develop differently and can repair but not fully regenerate due to the lack of specialized stem cell areas.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Thyroid disease can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, and treating the thyroid condition often improves these symptoms.
June 2023 in “JAAD case reports” A rare scalp condition, cutis verticis gyrata, was found in a woman with primary scarring alopecia.
2 citations,
December 2016 in “Experimental cell research” The research found a way to identify and study skin cells with stem cell traits, revealing they behave differently in culture and questioning current stemness assessment methods.
43 citations,
August 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Trichoscopy is good for diagnosing and monitoring hair and scalp problems in children but needs more research for certain conditions.
33 citations,
March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
29 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” The experiment showed that human skin grown in the lab started to form early hair structures when special cell clusters were added.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
September 2024 in “Colloids and Surfaces B Biointerfaces” Cedrol nanoemulsions effectively treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing DHT levels safely.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
44 citations,
January 2005 in “Dermatology” Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
1 citations,
August 2021 in “Movement disorders clinical practice” A man with Isaac's syndrome affecting only one side of his body improved after immune system-targeted treatment.
41 citations,
December 2008 in “Current Opinion in Ophthalmology” Certain eye surgery complications can be managed effectively, especially in patients who have used specific prostate medications.
March 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery” Human skin has multiple layers and functions, with key roles in protection, temperature control, and appearance.
162 citations,
July 2011 in “Biomacromolecules” Chitosan nanofiber scaffolds improve skin healing and are promising for wound treatment.
147 citations,
January 2003 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.
90 citations,
January 1979 in “International review of cytology” Wool follicles are complex, involving interactions between different cell types and structures.
58 citations,
November 2013 in “Journal of Innovative Optical Health Sciences” Multiphoton microscopy is a promising tool for detailed skin imaging and could improve patient care if its challenges are addressed.
46 citations,
October 2009 in “Archives of Dermatology” Loose anagen hair syndrome, often affecting young girls, can be diagnosed with a hair-pull test and usually gets better on its own, but severe cases may need treatment.
29 citations,
November 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Sensitive skin often causes discomfort, affects many people, especially women and older adults, and should be managed with careful product selection.
25 citations,
April 1949 in “The journal of experimental zoology” Testosterone applied to rabbit skin increases skin cell growth and changes skin structure.
19 citations,
August 2007 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Newer skin resurfacing lasers reduce damage and scarring, with some approved for safe use and minimal side effects.
14 citations,
November 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplant complications can be avoided with proper training and understanding.
12 citations,
April 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Direct excision techniques can rejuvenate the neck but may not enhance the jawline and could cause neck-face disharmony if done incorrectly.
6 citations,
January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” The skin has multiple layers and cells, serves as a protective barrier, helps regulate temperature, enables sensation, affects appearance, and is involved in vitamin D synthesis.
3 citations,
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document describes various skin conditions, their features, and treatments but lacks detailed study size information.
3 citations,
December 2003 in “University of California Press eBooks” Media images promote unrealistic beauty standards, affecting body image and eating disorders globally.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Skin's uneven surface and hair follicles affect its stress and strain but don't change its overall strength, and help prevent the skin from peeling apart.