January 2023 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Saúde” This integrative literature review found that oral Minoxidil is a favorable alternative for individuals intolerant to topical application, effectively treating various forms of alopecia, though side effects like increased hair growth and minor dermatological reactions are noted.
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June 2013 in “Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research” In this study, 65% of men with persistent sexual side effects after stopping finasteride reported a reduction in alcohol consumption, echoing findings in rodent models.
11 citations
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December 2012 in “Alcoholism Clinical and Experimental Research” This study found that in Withdrawal Seizure-Prone mice, ethanol withdrawal decreased the sensitivity of GABA A receptors to GABAergic neurosteroids in certain areas of the brain.
2 citations
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July 2013 in “Acervo Digital da Universidade Estadual Paulista (Universidade Estadual Paulista)” This study found that the shampoo formulation with Polyurethane-14 and AMP-acrylates copolymer improved curl definition and reduced frizz and volume in natural and curly hair tresses compared to the control.
7 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a vegetarian diet preference, atopy history, and paternal family history were associated with a higher likelihood of premature hair graying in young adults.
6 citations
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March 2020 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that in Turkish participants, factors such as male gender, late-onset, and temporal-onset were linked with more severe hair graying.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” This study found that 19.2% of male university students had early-onset androgenetic alopecia, with family history, unhealthy diet, and certain lifestyle factors linked to its increased risk.
March 2026 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” In this study, researchers systematically reviewed the clinical outcomes of exosome-based therapies for alopecia, reporting promising but low-certainty evidence of improvements in hair density and thickness, with mainly mild adverse effects, and highlighting the need for larger, well-designed trials.
May 2025 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This study suggests that exosomes derived from mesenchymal stem cells may promote hair growth and improve skin health by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and modulating inflammation and oxidative stress.
January 2025 in “TURKDERM” This study observed that patients with alopecia areata had higher psychological distress levels and distinct neurotrophin serum levels compared to healthy controls, suggesting a relationship between psychological factors and neurotrophins in the disease's pathology.
January 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that in patients with seborrheic dermatitis, higher BMI and poor nutrition habits, such as increased consumption of bread and margarine, were associated with more severe disease, and these patients also experienced higher anxiety and stress levels compared to healthy controls.
July 2024 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This review highlighted that childhood obesity is linked to early puberty and may impact brain function; however, there is a limited number of neuroimaging studies exploring the relationship between obesity, premature pubarche, and brain functionality, which warrants further research.
September 2023 in “Hair transplant forum international” This source provides informal summaries and case reports on potential complications in hair restoration surgery, with no specific outcomes reported in the abstract.
March 2022 in “Osmangazi tıp dergisi” This study found that both oxidant and antioxidant levels were elevated in acne patients, suggesting that oxidative stress may be linked to acne pathogenesis but its causal role remains unclear.
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January 1996 in “Springer eBooks” Diet affects baldness; eat balanced, less animal fat, more fruits, vegetables, and cereals.
June 2022 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology” This study observed that the COVID-19 pandemic altered the distribution of dermatological diseases, with increased cases of conditions like scabies and telogen effluvium, while acne and psoriasis cases decreased.
June 2022 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology” This study from Turkey observed that the COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected dermatology patients, particularly by interrupting treatments and restricting outpatient visits.
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June 2024 in “Revista Colombiana de Endocrinología Diabetes & Metabolismo” This review concluded that for women, the benefits of testosterone implants are outweighed by risks, with possible higher rates of irreversible adverse effects than previously reported.
June 2026 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This study concluded that 5% topical Minoxidil remains a first-line treatment for female androgenetic alopecia by increasing hair density and thickness, while low-dose oral Minoxidil and combination therapies may also be effective.
In this study, researchers describe a technique for preparing mesenchymal stem cells to optimize hair transplantation for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting future plans to assess stem cell characteristics and hair density improvements through flow cytometry and trichoscopy.
September 2022 in “Revista de la Asociación Colombiana de Dermatología y Cirugía Dermatológica” This review discusses mucocutaneous manifestations associated with Covid-19, classifies the lesions, and describes their characteristics and treatments but reports no new clinical findings.
August 2021 in “Research, Society and Development” In this study, intradermal therapy with Minoxidil, growth factors, and vitamins showed a slight advantage in increasing hair volume over a combination with Finasteride for androgenic alopecia.
19 citations
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June 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses various skin conditions linked with chronic kidney disease and highlights effective treatments but does not provide new clinical results.
8 citations
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December 2016 in “Revista Medica De Chile” This article reviews the safety of finasteride by examining existing literature and does not report new findings, highlighting the ongoing controversies regarding its adverse effects.
6 citations
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December 2015 in “Medwave” This article presents a case of alopecia universalis linked to leflunomide use and reviews its application in rheumatoid arthritis treatment, highlighting potential adverse effects.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in physiology” This review discusses the role of various cells outside the hair follicle in regulating melanocyte stem cells and hair graying, but reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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June 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study found that despite only topical minoxidil and oral finasteride being approved for androgenetic alopecia in Spain, dermatologists commonly prescribe various off-label treatments for both male and female patients.
2 citations
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April 2018 in “Natural Product Communications” This review summarizes the bioactive compounds and pharmacological functions of Cynomorium songaricum Rupr., emphasizing its potential in developing health-related products, and notes that further research is needed.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study found that young men with post-finasteride syndrome may experience erectile dysfunction due to potential histologic changes in penile tissue, despite having normal penile Doppler hemodynamics.
1 citations
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June 2012 in “Revista de la Escuela de Medicina Legal” This study found that using a microscope can effectively distinguish between human and animal hair based on microscopic characteristics, making it a critical tool in forensic investigations.