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small, plate-like structures covering skin or dry, flaky patches

Scales refer to the small, plate-like structures that cover the skin of certain animals, such as fish and reptiles, providing protection and reducing water loss. In the context of human biology and dermatology, scales can also describe the flaky, dry patches of skin that result from conditions like psoriasis or eczema, where the outer layer of skin cells accumulates and sheds abnormally.

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research Dermo-Epidermal Interactions in Reptilian Scales: Speculations on the Evolution of Scales, Feathers, and Hairs

38 citations , July 2004 in “Journal of experimental zoology. Part B, Molecular and developmental evolution”

Reptilian scales, feathers, and hairs evolved from changes in skin cell interactions.

research CDermo-1 Misexpression Induces Dense Dermis, Feathers, and Scales

29 citations , December 2004 in “Developmental biology”

cDermo-1 causes dense skin, feathers, and scales in chickens.

Comprehensive Molecular and Cellular Studies Suggest Avian Scutate Scales Are Secondarily Derived from Feathers, and More Distant from Reptilian Scales

research Comprehensive Molecular and Cellular Studies Suggest Avian Scutate Scales Are Secondarily Derived from Feathers, and More Distant from Reptilian Scales

38 citations , November 2018 in “Scientific Reports”

Bird scales evolved from feathers, not reptile scales.

research Molecular and Cellular Characterization of Avian Reticulate Scales and the Evolutionary Development of Skin Appendages in Foot Soles

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.

research Formulation and Examination of Organic Oil and Shampoo from Fish Scales

1 citations , December 2019 in “International journal of innovative technology and exploring engineering”

Fish scale-based organic hair oil and shampoo may improve hair health and prevent damage.

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community These yellow scales will be the death of me. Anyways I’m f’ed up

in Treatment 145 upvotes 2 months ago

Managing seborrheic dermatitis using ketoconazole shampoo, Nizoral, and oils like MCT and coconut oil. The user considers shaving their head and consulting a dermatologist.

community Suggestions for a good precision scale

in Technology 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about finding a precise scale for measuring melatonin. The user needs to add 5mg per 100ml and finds Amazon scales imprecise.

community Help with hair loss due to Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 years ago

A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.

community Redness and flaking from topical minoxidil

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical minoxidil with tretinoin is causing redness, stinging, and flaking on the scalp. Reducing application frequency and using anti-dandruff shampoo may help alleviate symptoms over time.

community Acne and Arm Hair Growth on Dutasteride 0.5mg for 4 Months

in Treatments 43 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Dutasteride at 0.5mg has not cleared acne and has caused arm hair thickening. The user plans to increase the dose to 1mg.

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