Abstract
Neuropeptides (NP) are peptides that are released as chemical messengers from nerve cells. They act either in an endocrine manner, where they reach their target cells via the bloodstream or a paracrine manner, as co-transmitters modulating the function of neurotransmitters. To date approximately 100 different NP have been described in the literature. In recent years, several studies have documented that human skin expresses several functional receptors for NP, such as corticotropin-releasing hormone, melanocortins, β-endorphin, vasoactive intestinal polypeptide, neuropeptide Y and calcitonin gene-related peptide. These receptors modulate the production of inflammatory cytokines, proliferation, differentiation, lipogenesis and hormone metabolism in human skin cells. In addition, several NP are directly produced by human skin cells, indicating the complexity of understanding the real functions of NPs in human skin. In this review we address the possible effects of neuropeptides on the pathogenesis of aged skin.
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Artikel in diesem Heft
- Masthead
- Masthead
- Editorial Preface
- Special issue on hormones and ageing
- Mini Review Articles
- Why do we need to age?
- Estrogen receptor beta and its selective ligands: an option for treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms?
- Review Articles
- Skin mirrors human aging
- Neuropeptides and skin aging
- Plant derived alternatives for hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Artikel in diesem Heft
- Masthead
- Masthead
- Editorial Preface
- Special issue on hormones and ageing
- Mini Review Articles
- Why do we need to age?
- Estrogen receptor beta and its selective ligands: an option for treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms?
- Review Articles
- Skin mirrors human aging
- Neuropeptides and skin aging
- Plant derived alternatives for hormone replacement therapy (HRT)