98 citations
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May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This document discusses the British Association of Dermatologists' current perspective on isotretinoin, focusing on its known side effects, prescribing requirements, teratogenic risks, and the contentious link to mood changes, reporting no new research findings.
August 1978 in “Dicp-The annals of pharmacotherapy” Crash diets can cause temporary hair loss, and professional medical advice can prevent serious health issues.
6 citations
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June 2009 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This study reports that 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors do not prevent prostate cancer and merely reduce the likelihood of undergoing diagnostic biopsies, potentially misleading patients and physicians.
48 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This proposal reviews current knowledge and suggests actions for managing chemotherapy‐induced alopecia but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for evidence‐based guidelines.
March 2026 in “Research Square”
63 citations
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March 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.
29 citations
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February 2016 in “Scandinavian journal of urology” This study suggests a possible link between late puberty onset and decreased prostate cancer risk, while over-the-counter ibuprofen use was associated with increased risk.
12 citations
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March 2012 in “ATLA. Alternatives to laboratory animals” This study found that caffeine and flufenamic acid penetrated porcine skin more effectively through hair follicles, while the importance of the follicular pathway varied for other substances tested.
September 2016 in “한국임상약학회지” In this study, ibuprofen, menthol, and cetirizine were found to potentially prevent or slow down damage to human dermal fibroblast cells caused by intermittent fever in early alopecia.
April 2016 in “Annals of laboratory medicine” The researchers reported that epitestosterone treatment reduced eicosanoid levels generated by cyclooxygenases and lipoxygenases in rabbit liver samples with carrageenan-induced inflammation.
56 citations
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December 2011 in “Steroids” This review discusses the genetics and variable phenotypic expression of nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and reports no new clinical results; the authors call for further research on long-term health impacts and treatment strategies.
7 citations
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April 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that ChatGPT provided fairly accurate answers to common psoriasis-related questions, as rated by medical experts, although it doesn't fully replace professional medical judgment or diagnosis.
5 citations
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August 2022 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This study found that nearly half of those perceiving hair loss reported a significant impact on their quality of life, highlighting potential benefits of seeking medical advice for diagnosis and treatment.
1 citations
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March 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This retrospective study observed that patients with vascular EDS on long-term angiotensin II receptor blockers or beta-blockers experienced fewer vascular events compared to those without cardiac medication under similar lifestyle and emergency care advice.
August 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study, 30% of a diverse female sample reported experiencing what they perceived as excessive hair shedding, often beginning abruptly and without an attributable cause.
February 2004 in “Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment” This article discusses Dr. Jane Hightower's findings on mercury poisoning linked to fish consumption in patients and reports no new clinical results; it highlights ongoing debate and regulatory actions.
This source provides medical information intended solely for licensed professionals and emphasizes that it is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment decisions, which remain the responsibility of treating physicians.
251 citations
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October 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
October 2024 in “Canadian Journal of Health Technologies” This CADTH recommendation advises that Olumiant should be publicly reimbursed for treating severe alopecia areata in adults, provided conditions such as a 50% scalp hair loss and specific prescribing criteria are met.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional text advises against certain hair restoration methods near Coral Springs but provides no new clinical research findings.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional content advises against specific hair restoration methods near Shelton City, Connecticut, and provides no research findings or clinical results.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional text advises against certain hair restoration methods in Bossier City, Louisiana, but provides no new research findings or clinical results; readers are encouraged to call a specialist for more information.
May 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional content advises against certain hair restoration methods but provides no research findings or clinical results; readers are encouraged to call for more information.
July 2014 in “Disease-a-Month” The document gives treatment advice for various skin conditions, like using metronidazole for perioral dermatitis and minoxidil for hair loss.
January 2014 in “Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd. eBooks” Consultants guide and advise on hair restoration procedures.
September 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article collects advice from experienced hair surgeons for newcomers to hair transplant surgery and reports no new research findings.
15 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This source summarizes discussions by an advisory board of twelve experts on hair loss, focusing on heredity, aging, and environmental impacts, and emphasizing strategies that may slow alopecia.
July 2024 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This article shares personal career advice for aspiring young physicians in hair restoration and reports no new research findings.
September 2011 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses challenges in advising on when to start hair restoration for male patients, reporting no new clinical results.
59 citations
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January 2001 in “Dermatology” This article discusses the role of dermatologists in advising patients on hair cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, highlighting the development of cosmeceuticals and the need for accurate information on health hazards associated with hair care products, but reports no new results.