May 2019 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Folliculitis decalvans mainly affects middle-aged African American men and is treated with antibiotics.
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September 1998 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study observed that among a cohort of reproductive-aged women in the U.S., the prevalence of PCOS was about 4.0%, with no significant racial differences between White and Black women.
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December 2006 in “Lancet Oncology” In this study, 1 mg/day finasteride lowered serum PSA concentration in men aged 40–60, suggesting that PSA adjustment recommendations for prostate cancer screening using 5 mg/day finasteride should also apply to this lower dose for hair loss treatment.
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March 2015 in “Cell death and differentiation” This study found that H-Ras activation in aged mouse skin leads to increased dysplasia and progression to in situ squamous cell carcinoma, highlighting an age-linked connection between immune changes, senescence, and cancer risk.
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March 2019 in “Environmental health” This study observed that higher childhood fluoride exposure was associated with delayed pubertal development in Mexican boys aged 10-17, with no significant effects found in girls.
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September 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of ritlecitinib in patients aged 12 or older with alopecia totalis or universalis, finding higher hair regrowth response rates compared to placebo at 24 weeks, with continued improvement and acceptable safety through 48 weeks.
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March 2024 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” In this ongoing phase 3 study, ritlecitinib demonstrated sustained efficacy up to 24 months in patients aged 12 or older with alopecia areata, showing increased response rates with or without an initial loading dose and supporting its long-term use.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair loss on the lower legs is common in middle-aged men, usually harmless, and doesn't need treatment.
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November 2018 in “Journal of pharmacological sciences” This study found that low-intensity exercise improved pain relief in aged rats through increased brain allopregnanolone levels, while high-intensity exercise was effective in both adult and aged rats via a different mechanism.
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February 2010 in “PubMed” This study found that low protein intake was directly associated with an increased likelihood of diffuse alopecia in individuals aged 20 to 35.
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January 1981 This study describes a traditional Slovac hairstyle in Northeastern Yugoslavia that may contribute to a mild form of alopecia in middle-aged and older women.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Nepal Medical Association” This study found that 40.42% of undergraduate medical students aged under 25 had early canities, with grade I being the most common.
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March 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This cohort study found no overall increased risk of suicidal behaviors with finasteride versus dutasteride in men aged 50 and older, but suggested potential risk for those with a history of mood disorders.
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January 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that targeting IL-17 signaling in aged skin reduces inflammation and delays age-related traits, suggesting a potential strategy to prevent age-associated skin ailments.
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July 2020 in “Iberoamerican Journal of Medicine” This study found that cicatricial alopecia predominantly affects middle-aged Libyan females, with conditions like lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus among the most common diagnoses.
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January 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern hair loss affects about one-third of men aged 18-49 years in the United States.
August 2026 in “Canadian Journal of Health Technologies” This study found that Litfulo improved hair regrowth in patients aged 12 and older with severe alopecia areata but did not meaningfully improve anxiety or depression symptoms compared to placebo.
In this study, researchers evaluated hirsutism in young females aged 18-24 using the modified Ferriman-Gallwey scoring system, finding that 52% showed mild to moderate-to-severe symptoms, often linked to menstrual irregularities and underlying endocrine disorders like polycystic ovary syndrome and thyroid issues.
This study found that periodic red light exposure in aged mice increased histone acetylation and activated metabolic processes in keratinocytes, mitigating cellular aging through enhanced fatty acid oxidation and altered gene expression related to lipid metabolism.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this case report, a middle-aged female patient experienced significant improvement in chronic telogen effluvium symptoms, including reduced hair fall and improved hair density, following an individualized homeopathic treatment at Dr. Batra’s, highlighting the role of addressing emotional, metabolic, and nutritional factors.
March 2026 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This study found that ritlecitinib was well tolerated in children aged 6 to under 12 years with severe alopecia areata, with ongoing trials examining its efficacy and safety over a 24-week period and in long-term use up to 36 months.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report from Dr Batra’s Homeopathy Clinic documents a middle-aged man with trichotillomania who showed marked improvement in hair regrowth and reduced hair pulling after receiving a classical homeopathic treatment for seven months.
December 2025 in “GeroScience” This study found that both genetic and epigenetic factors significantly influence age-related facial skin aging, with lifestyle and environmental factors also playing a substantial role.
December 2025 in “Antibiotics” In this systematic review, researchers found that Tinea capitis in individuals aged 65 or older is frequently misdiagnosed, primarily affects women, and often presents with inflammatory symptoms; systemic antifungal therapy led to clinical cure in 91.2% of cases.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers assessed magnesium intake in women aged 40 to 65 across urban Bangalore, finding it below the Recommended Dietary Allowance and noting deficiencies associated with symptoms like hair loss and muscle cramps. Biochemical assessment was recommended to confirm these findings.
August 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fibronectin is essential for hair follicle regeneration and may help rejuvenate aged skin.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This pilot study evaluated a hair growth serum on 51 individuals aged 21 to 45, observing that it effectively reduced hair fall, promoted hair growth, and increased hair thickness and density without side effects, with high user satisfaction in Mumbai, India.
April 2024 in “Food science & nutrition” This study assessed malnutrition among 657 internally displaced school-aged children in Cameroon, finding high rates of stunting (27.1%), wasting (23%), thinness (21.6%), underweight (20.1%), anemia (30%), low serum iron (44.5%), and poor protein status (35.7%), highlighting the urgent need for nutrition interventions.
April 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This study observed that 16.84% of men aged 20 to 50 with androgenetic alopecia were found to have metabolic syndrome, indicating a substantial prevalence in this population.
March 2024 in “Veterinary sciences” This study is the first to detail major geriatric diseases in aged Julia Creek dunnarts, particularly highlighting hormonal issues like cystic glandular hyperplasia in females and testicular degeneration in males, suggesting these conditions are linked to aging and potentially hormonal dysregulation.