June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that there is substantial variability in laboratory testing practices among dermatologists specializing in alopecia areata across the globe, indicating the need for renewed discussions around guidelines for such testing.
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April 2024 in “AIDS Research and Therapy” This case highlights the importance of considering syphilis testing for patients with unusual symptoms like hair loss and hypopigmentation, emphasizing the diagnostic and management challenges in resource-limited settings.
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December 2012 in “Acta Facultatis Medicae Naissensis” This article presents a case of syphilitic alopecia in a man, where treatment with benzathine penicillin G led to dramatic hair regrowth and resolution of syphilitic lesions within three months.
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December 2018 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review discusses the potential of using human hair proteomics for non-invasive diagnostic and forensic applications but reports no new results; the authors highlight areas needing further research.
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February 2018 in “International Research Journal of Pharmacy” This study reported that an alkaloid isolated from E. alba leaves inhibited HIV-1 reverse transcriptase activity with minimal cytotoxicity, suggesting its potential as an antiviral agent.