March 2026 in “Preprints.org” This study reviewed evidence for six minimally invasive treatments for androgenetic alopecia, finding consistent support for platelet-rich plasma and topical finasteride, while other options like microneedling and intradermal dutasteride showed promise but need further and standardized research.
January 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetics Dermatological Sciences and Applications” This review reports that while platelet-rich plasma shows promise as a safe treatment for various types of hair loss, variability in studies limits definitive conclusions on its effectiveness.
September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This analysis concluded that mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosome therapy may offer a promising and safe approach for hair restoration, especially in androgenetic alopecia, despite limitations in study consistency and size.
March 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review found that bimatoprost effectively treats chemotherapy-induced eyelash loss, known as milphosis, in cancer patients, as demonstrated in three small trials, but further research is needed due to limitations like small sample sizes and short follow-up periods.
March 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This study suggests bicalutamide may be effective in reducing hair loss severity in female pattern hair loss, particularly when other antiandrogen therapies are less effective due to hyperandrogenic conditions.
This review concludes that platelet-rich plasma is a promising treatment for androgenetic alopecia, enhancing hair density and thickness, though outcomes vary due to differences in preparation and application methods.
July 2024 in “Перспективи та інновації науки” This systematic review highlights that platelet-rich plasma therapy may improve pain relief, functional recovery, and reduce recovery time for acute sports injuries, although preparation variability and protocol standardization remain challenges.
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April 2011 in “Plant physiology” This study suggests that the GPX-PDE1 and GPX-PDE2 genes in white lupin enhance root hair development and contribute to Pi limitation acclimation by facilitating glycerophosphodiester degradation.
June 2025 in “Universal library of medical and health sciences.” This study reviewed literature on hair growth and found that external factors like pollution, stress, and nutrition can adversely affect hair, concluding that a multifactorial approach and personalized nutrition monitoring are essential for effective hair loss therapy.
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June 2002 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This review discusses current treatments and management strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa, noting the mixed effectiveness of various therapies, including surgery, antibiotics, and hormonal treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
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September 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” This review explores the efficacy and safety of treatments for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp, revealing a predominance of case reports and series, and concludes that randomized controlled trials are needed for better evidence-based therapies.
July 2026 in “The scientific and practical journal Dermatology and infectious diseases” In this review study, systemic isotretinoin emerged as the most effective treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp, while biologics and JAK inhibitors showed promise for resistant cases, and procedural methods were used in severe stages; however, controlled studies are needed for developing clinical guidelines.
January 2024 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This review explores the inflammatory pathogenesis and clinical presentation of hidradenitis suppurativa, highlighting the complexity of treatment and the impact on patients' quality of life, while also examining emerging therapeutic options.
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May 2024 in “New England Journal of Medicine” This study investigated the impact of the JAK inhibitor ruxolitinib on APS-1 patients, reporting that treatment decreased excessive T-cell-derived interferon-γ, normalized inflammatory markers, and led to remission of several autoimmune symptoms without serious adverse effects.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that inhibiting the Hedgehog pathway may reduce proliferation and migration in melanoma, suggesting its potential repurposing as a therapeutic target.
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May 2020 in “Frontiers in immunology” This review discusses the genetic, autoinflammatory, and keratinization factors involved in hidradenitis suppurativa and presents the concept of classifying it as an autoinflammatory keratinization disease, but reports no new clinical results.
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December 2019 in “Colombia medica” This article discusses promising therapies for perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens and reports no new clinical results; management includes isotretinoin and other medications targeting its underlying causes.
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January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, a case of dissecting cellulitis of the scalp was reported in a man after starting dupilumab therapy, highlighting potential immune pathways involved and the importance of recognizing such paradoxical inflammatory reactions to prevent irreversible alopecia.
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June 2018 in “Journal of General-Procedural Dermatology & Venereology Indonesia” This case study reports that combining skin debridement with topical and systemic antifungals improved treatment outcomes for kerion celsi in a 5-year-old boy, preventing scarring alopecia.
March 2014 in “Journal of clinical microbiology” This paper reviews the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory tinea capitis, highlighting the importance of laboratory confirmation and recommending griseofulvin as the gold standard treatment.
January 1999 in “대한피부과학회지” This case study reports that a 34-year-old man with perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens showed significant improvement and no local recurrence after six months of isotretinoin treatment.
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June 2020 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” YouTube videos on hair loss treatments often provide low-quality and biased information.
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July 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” The authors concluded that VSCAPSI, a videodermoscopy-based assessment tool, provides evidence for early diagnosis, differential diagnosis, follow-up, and screening of scalp psoriasis.
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November 2019 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study found that the Spanish version of the hair-specific Skindex-29 questionnaire effectively detected changes in health-related quality of life among women with female-pattern hair loss, and the scores were significantly correlated with the SF-12 survey results after treatment with a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor.
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September 2019 This article discusses the diagnosis and management of severe infections occurring alongside lupus flares in various patients but reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight the challenges and need for careful treatment strategies.
November 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study reviewed evidence on biologic drugs targeting immune cells for alopecia areata, finding mixed results: some achieved case-level hair regrowth, but controlled trials often showed limited efficacy.
August 2025 in “http://isrctn.com/” The supplement may improve hair growth and skin health with some mild risks.
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March 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, a unique form of chronic superficial pyoderma gangrenosum with verrucous and ulcerative lesions was reported to heal without systemic corticosteroids in most patients.
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August 2007 in “Journal of pediatric surgery” This report of two pediatric cases suggests that careful diagnosis of scalp lesions as possible dermatophytic infections is crucial to avoid inappropriate surgical treatment and facilitate proper conservative management.
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December 2021 in “Plants” This review concludes that Tamarix aphylla, used traditionally for ailments such as tuberculosis and hepatitis, demonstrates various pharmacological activities, including antidiabetic and wound-healing effects, but stresses the need for further research to confirm its safety and effectiveness in humans.