21 citations
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May 2016 in “The Cochrane library” This review found that while topical minoxidil is effective for treating female pattern hair loss, finasteride showed no more effectiveness than placebo, and low-level laser therapy increased hair count but with inconsistent results.
21 citations
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January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study reported that Ell-Cranell® alpha 0.025% solution significantly increased hair counts and diameter in Korean women with female pattern hair loss over an 8-month period, showing both efficacy and safety.
20 citations
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January 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This review discusses androgenetic alopecia management with 5α-reductase inhibitors, emphasizing that while dutasteride shows superior efficacy, finasteride is suggested as preferable due to predictable adverse effects and preservation of physiological roles.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This review addresses treatment approaches for female pattern hair loss, highlighting that combining different therapies may be more effective than single treatments, but no new results are reported.
13 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This review explores the inconsistent therapeutic effects and side effects of finasteride for androgenic alopecia, highlighting the need for further research to better predict individual patient responses.
11 citations
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July 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” This review discusses current and emerging therapeutic strategies for androgenetic alopecia, noting limited evidence but suggesting areas such as prostaglandin analogs, PRP, and progenitor cell therapies as promising future directions.
9 citations
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this report, five female patients undergoing hormonal anticancer therapy for breast cancer prevention developed pattern alopecia, which the authors attribute to androgen-estrogen imbalance caused by antiestrogenic drugs.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the impact of age-related hair changes on perceived attractiveness and self-perception, emphasizing the need for holistic anti-aging consultations that include hair preservation strategies.
6 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this study, Korean women with female pattern hair loss who used a combination of topical 0.025% 17α-estradiol and 3% minoxidil saw significant increases in total hair count and hair caliber over six months.
5 citations
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January 2017 in “Endocrinology” This chapter reviews the biosynthesis, mechanism of action, and therapeutic effects of testosterone and related androgens, but reports no new research findings.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “Forensic Science International” This study reported that a newly developed UHPLC-MS/MS method detected illegal synthetic hair-growth compounds in 10% of 76 hair-growth products, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring to protect public health.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, treatment with anifrolumab led to significant improvement in symptoms for a 52-year-old woman with refractory systemic lupus erythematosus, including resolution of chronic lupus headaches resistant to previous therapies.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This study reviewed how Anifrolumab, though often used in real-world settings for SLE patients with neurological symptoms, showed varying effectiveness and required cautious monitoring for adverse effects like thrombocytopenia and cerebrovascular events.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report describes a physician's journey with systemic lupus erythematosus, illustrating the disease's impact on their professional life and treatment experiences, ultimately informing their holistic patient care approach.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, two female patients with refractory systemic lupus erythematosus showed significant improvement after treatment with the JAK inhibitor upadacitinib, indicating potential as a promising option for difficult cases, although further research is needed to confirm its broader safety and efficacy.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report highlights the challenge of distinguishing between neuropsychiatric lupus and rituximab-associated progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy in systemic lupus erythematosus patients, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and careful management.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, researchers described a 48-year-old man with systemic lupus erythematosus who developed a fungus ball (aspergilloma) within a tuberculosis cavity, a complication rarely reported in such patients, emphasizing the role of CT scans in diagnosis and the potential need for surgical intervention.
1 citations
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October 2017 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” This study identified a new minoxidil analogue called triaminodil in an illegal hair-growth supplement, but no data on its chemical, toxicological, or pharmacological properties are available yet.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” AGA is a common hair loss disorder, and early diagnosis and treatment with minoxidil or finasteride can help reduce emotional distress.
1 citations
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October 2012 in “Gynäkologische Endokrinologie” This review discusses androgenization symptoms like hirsutism, alopecia, and acne in reproductive-age women, focusing on diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, and highlights postmenopausal considerations, but presents no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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January 2011 This study discusses the physiopathogeny, clinical manifestations, and treatment objectives of androgenetic alopecia without reporting new clinical findings.
June 2026 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” This source redefines anti-aging medicine as "precision healthspan pharmacology," suggesting that rather than just treating diseases or accepting aging, pharmacology should focus on expanding functional capacity across various health domains, while emphasizing the importance of fundamental physiological and psychosocial health factors.
June 2025 in “International Journal of Research and Review” This review concluded that Unani medicine offers a promising holistic approach to managing androgenetic alopecia by focusing on humoral balance and follicular rejuvenation, but further scientific validation is needed for widespread clinical use.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report highlights the rare occurrence of overlapping syndromes including SLE, RA, and AAV in a patient with discoid lupus erythematosus, noting the persistent role of prior viral infection remains unclear.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, researchers detailed the clinical management and positive outcome of a 62-year-old woman with catastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome associated with systemic lupus erythematosus, highlighting the potential effectiveness of Eculizumab in achieving disease remission and maintaining stability over 18 months.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report highlights the importance of trans-esophageal echocardiography in distinguishing Libman-Sacks endocarditis from infective endocarditis in systemic lupus erythematosus patients, guiding appropriate treatment for associated cerebrovascular disease.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This report describes two cases where female patients with chronic granulomatous disease developed manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus, highlighting a rare association that may influence clinical evaluation and treatment planning.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” In this case report, two patients with polyautoimmunity and difficult-to-treat lupus erythematosus experienced significant symptom improvement after adding anifrolumab to their regimen, suggesting its potential as an effective add-on therapy for refractory cutaneous symptoms in autoimmune conditions characterized by elevated interferon alpha activity.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report suggests that a proactive physical therapy model can be effective for improving physical function and meeting exercise guidelines in patients newly diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report describes a 32-year-old Filipino female with mixed connective tissue disease who sequentially developed distinct autoimmune disorders over seven years, highlighting the complexities in diagnosis and management of overlap syndromes.