Caffeine can potentially treat common hair loss by counteracting hair follicle shrinkage caused by hormones.
Ovol2 is crucial for hair growth and skin healing by controlling cell movement and growth.
EFBL offers hidden incisions, faster recovery, and fewer risks, but may raise hairline and cost more.
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Integrin alphavbeta6 is important for wound healing and hair growth, and blocking it may improve these processes.
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April 2023 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” JAK-inhibitors for alopecia areata are generally safe with mostly mild side effects and a low rate of treatment withdrawal.
August 2024 in “Current Protocols” The C3H/HeJ mouse model is useful for studying and testing treatments for alopecia areata.
January 2022 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Choose the simplest, most fitting scalp reconstruction method for each patient's unique needs.
August 2011 in “동의생리병리학회지 = Journal of physiology & pathology in Korean Medicine” Green tea extract increases lipid production in human sebaceous gland cells.
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September 2010 in “Veterinary pathology” Certain mouse strains develop a skin condition similar to a human hair loss disease due to genetic defects.
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November 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” Pulsed infrared laser can effectively reduce symptoms of pseudofolliculitis barbae.
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January 2013 in “BMC Dermatology” TGFβ signaling prevents sebaceous gland cells from producing fats.
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February 2009 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” Pig ear skin is better than human skin for testing how well barrier creams block allergens from entering hair follicles.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Human hair keratin genes are similar to mouse genes and are specifically expressed in hair follicles.
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June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Korean medical science/Journal of Korean Medical Science” A Korean boy's skin and digestive symptoms were caused by a rare genetic disorder that affects zinc absorption, and he got better with zinc supplements.
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July 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Current hair removal methods improve appearance but need more research for better options.
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October 2003 in “PubMed” Treatments with certain oils and resins make hair shinier, while zinc oxide and synthetic sebum make it duller.
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July 2021 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” Nanoparticles sized between 470 and 750 nm are best for delivering substances like caffeine into hair follicles for absorption.
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May 2004 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America” Laser hair removal is now more effective, but the best treatment schedule is still uncertain.
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May 2019 in “Journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Diffusion in artificial sebum is mainly influenced by molecular size and is much faster than in skin lipids.
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January 2006 in “Journal of dermatological science” Runx1 helps control the KAP5 gene in human hair follicles.
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October 2021 in “Microorganisms” Men with androgenetic alopecia have different scalp oils and microbes compared to those without.
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Treating scalp issues in hair-pulling disorder helps hair regrow and reduces itch.
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April 2022 in “Frontiers in Physiology” Ptch2 plays a key role in controlling stem cell function and the ability to regenerate after birth.
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December 2022 in “BMC Plant Biology” The black orchid Brasiliorchis schunkeana produces chemicals that attract certain insects and have potential antimicrobial properties.
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January 2007 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Dermatological treatments can have significant side effects, including allergic reactions, sexual dysfunction, and increased cancer risk.