12 citations
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December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study suggests that the C-terminal of AHF is crucial for its binding to keratin bundles and modulating the keratin meshwork in hair follicles.
12 citations
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October 1981 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This article discusses the disputed role of scalp micro-organisms in dandruff and notes that effective anti-dandruff treatments often have good antimicrobial activity, but it reports no new clinical results.
9 citations
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March 1981 in “Journal of Advertising” This paper reviews deceptive magazine advertising practices, including editors' insights and efforts by industry and government to reduce such ads, and recommends strategies for their elimination.
8 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study found that scalp micropigmentation provided moderate to great improvement in scalp coverage and patient satisfaction for those with hair loss, with any adverse effects being mild and temporary.
7 citations
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June 2020 in “JAAD Case Reports” This article reviews the development of biocompatible artificial hair for treating hair loss and reports encouraging results from clinical trials, but it provides no new clinical findings.
7 citations
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January 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study shows that NIPP1 deficiency in mouse epidermis leads to hyperproliferation, hair loss, and chronic skin inflammation, which can be partially alleviated by dexamethasone treatment.
7 citations
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December 2017 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” This abstract outlines the historical development and medical validation of artificial hair implants, particularly the approval and improvement of the Biofibre® implant technique in Europe and Australia, and highlights its advantages as the latest advancement in hair restoration treatments.
7 citations
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July 2007 in “Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy” This case report documents a woman with HIV who developed severe hair loss after starting lopinavir-ritonavir, which improved upon switching to a different antiretroviral drug.
6 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery” This paper suggests various cost-effective home practice models for maintaining and developing microsurgical skills during COVID-19 restrictions, offering alternatives that minimize reliance on clinical settings.
6 citations
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July 2018 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This letter praises an article on gluteal fat transplantation and concludes that adhering to recommended safety practices could minimize fat embolism risks, making fat grafting a potentially safer option for gluteal augmentation.
6 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of the Formosan Medical Association” This study found that metformin treatment improved clinical outcomes in Taiwanese women with polycystic ovary syndrome, notably in overweight and insulin-resistant patients.
6 citations
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March 2014 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” This case report suggests that anidulafungin may be associated with hair loss, highlighting the need for physicians to monitor this potential adverse effect.
6 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Combining Ficlatuzumab and Gefitinib can cause severe hair loss.
5 citations
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October 2025 in “Expert Review of Clinical Immunology” This article reviews current and emerging treatments for alopecia areata, emphasizing the need for biomarker-driven patient stratification to optimize therapeutic strategies and reduce potential side effects; it reports no new clinical findings.
5 citations
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January 2025 in “Cancers” This article discusses the importance of optimizing treatment protocols for chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
5 citations
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study reports that anifrolumab showed promising improvement in a case of refractory discoid lupus erythematosus, specifically enhancing skin lesions and promoting hair regrowth, suggesting potential as an effective therapy for severe cases.
5 citations
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July 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that a 14-day treatment with proxalutamide significantly reduced the 28-day mortality rate in hospitalized COVID-19 patients compared to placebo, with greater benefits observed among those who adhered to the treatment.
5 citations
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January 1995 in “Facial plastic surgery” Proper skin care after chemical peeling improves healing and satisfaction.
4 citations
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October 2015 in “JAAD Case Reports” This case report describes a patient experiencing nail nonadherence due to sterile matrix scarring associated with valproic acid use, and suggests nail bed excision with sterile matrix grafting as a potential surgical solution.
4 citations
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April 2014 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics” This report describes a case of reversible alopecia in a 10-year-old boy attributed to isoniazid use during anti-tuberculosis therapy.
4 citations
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November 2012 in “Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine” This review describes therapeutic strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting current treatments for ovulation induction and emphasizing lifestyle changes and personalized approaches, but reports no new clinical results.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that while both professional and home-use lasers effectively reduced axillary hair, the professional Diode laser was significantly more effective, achieving 85-88% reduction compared to 46-52% with the home-use laser, which still offers some safety for users.
3 citations
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August 2019 in “PubMed” This study found that topical corticosteroid foams are effective and generally preferred by patients for a variety of corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions, demonstrating significant clinical benefits such as improved psoriasis symptoms and hair regrowth in alopecia areata compared to traditional forms.
3 citations
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October 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” In this study, Spectral DNC-N® significantly reduced hair shedding and increased hair mass and density in women with early female pattern hair loss, with effects evident after 3 months and sustained through 6 months.
3 citations
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February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” This chapter discusses the current developments in Traditional Chinese Medicine for treating PCOS but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.
3 citations
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April 2016 in “PubMed” This study found that a twice-daily regimen of 5% minoxidil foam combined with a botanical hair solution significantly improved hair growth and appearance in men with mild to moderate androgenic alopecia over 12 weeks.
3 citations
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March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Acne in children varies by age and severity, requires a pediatric treatment approach, and may need diagnostic evaluation for underlying conditions.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review reported that certain systemic drugs, including antiepileptics and anticancer drugs, can lead to changes in hair pigmentation, such as hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation, with varied prevalence and clinical characteristics.
2 citations
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September 2024 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology” This review highlights Ritlecitinib as a promising new oral treatment for Alopecia Areata, emphasizing its targeted action and potential efficacy, especially in adults and adolescents, though it notes the need for further real-world effectiveness and long-term safety studies.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Plastic Surgery” This cross-sectional study examined gender-affirming surgeries in Canada, finding significant variation in provincial insurance coverage, with Prince Edward Island covering the most procedures and Nunavut the least, while noting a general lack of in-province procedures in the territories.