42 citations
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July 2017 in “Molecular therapy” This study found that applying a tocotrienol-rich phytochemical topically induced hair follicle development in adult mice, revealing a new epidermal pathway involving E-cadherin and β-catenin.
3 citations
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September 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This article outlines treatment options and counseling recommendations for pediatric alopecia areata, highlighting shared decision-making based on disease severity and patient goals, with newer treatments like JAK inhibitors and dupilumab requiring attention to cost and side effects.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of clinical and investigative dermatology” This article reviews TNF-α inhibitor-induced alopecia, identifying various types of hair loss such as severe alopecia areata and scarring alopecia, and calls for more controlled studies to better understand this adverse effect.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case study describes a 45-year-old man who developed post-finasteride syndrome with various symptoms after stopping Finasteride, highlighting the condition's rarity and poorly understood pathophysiology.
1647 citations
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June 2014 in “BMJ” This article argues that while evidence-based medicine has provided many benefits, it has also led to negative unintended consequences, and proposes a renewed focus on integrating context and professional expertise to improve patient treatment.
April 2025 in “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition” In this study, creatine supplementation over 12 weeks showed no effect on androgen levels or hair follicle health in healthy young males, challenging the belief that creatine causes hair loss.
January 2018 in “Modern approaches in drug designing” This case study provides preliminary evidence that kunzea oil may stimulate hair regrowth in horses, suggesting potential for further exploration in hair loss management.
136 citations
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April 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses guidelines for acitretin use in dermatology, reporting its efficacy in severe psoriasis and recommendations for combination therapies, without providing new clinical trial results.
114 citations
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March 2010 in “Zebrafish” This review discusses the use of the zebrafish lateral line system as a model to study hair cell loss, protection, and regeneration, with potential implications for human hearing research.
21 citations
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May 2024 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” This study observed that among patients with Myhre syndrome, those with the SMAD4 gene variant p.Arg496Cys experienced fewer symptoms like hearing loss, while those with the p.Ile500Thr variant often had severe aortic hypoplasia, highlighting the diverse symptom progression and genetic factors of this rare condition.
16 citations
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October 2013 in “Irish Veterinary Journal” This case study describes the successful use of recombinant feline interferon-omega in managing feline chronic gingivostomatitis syndrome in cats with type II diabetes, where long-acting corticosteroids are contraindicated.
7 citations
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February 2017 in “Open veterinary journal” This study suggests that deficiencies in certain amino acids, like taurine and tryptophan, in artificial milk formulas may contribute to skin and eye problems in Bengal tiger cubs.
March 2026 in “Biomedicines” This review synthesizes current evidence on therapies for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp, noting that biologics show promise for treatment-resistant cases, though systemic retinoids remain the first-line therapy.
8 citations
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January 2025 in “JADA Foundational Science” This review discusses the state-of-the-art in photobiomodulation therapy for oral and dental applications and emphasizes the need for education, training, and addressing logistical issues for its routine use.
25 citations
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June 2023 in “Biomedicines” This review examined how COVID-19 infection and vaccination might affect sexual activity, sex hormones, and menstrual cycles in men and women, and found no evidence of COVID-19 transmission via semen.
9 citations
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July 2024 in “Toxins” This opinion article reviews various pathways through which onabotulinumtoxinA might work in medical treatments, highlighting applications beyond muscle paralysis, including pain inhibition and potential effects on hair loss and cancer cell apoptosis.
4 citations
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May 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” The review concluded that better studies are needed to prove if Low-Level Laser Therapy devices for hair growth really work.
2 citations
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September 2025 in “Microorganisms” In this review, the authors explore the complex interplay between COVID-19 and autoimmune skin diseases, finding that SARS-CoV-2 may trigger or worsen these conditions, with increased risks following infection and vaccination, particularly with mRNA vaccines.
June 2026 in “JAAD reviews.” This review suggests that low-dose oral minoxidil may enhance hair density in certain nonandrogenetic alopecias, but highlights the need for controlled trials due to mixed and limited evidence.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review examined 40 studies on exosome-based therapies for alopecia areata, reporting significant hair regrowth and improvements in hair count, length, and thickness, but highlighted the need for standardized methodologies and robust RCTs before clinical application.
57 citations
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June 2021 in “Science” This study found that women's biomedical patents more often focus on women's health needs, highlighting how inventor representation can influence the diversity of inventions.
53 citations
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October 2011 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Finasteride may help improve certain brain function issues linked to dopamine.
6 citations
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July 2023 in “JAAD International” This study found that while rosacea management is the most frequently discussed topic on social media forums related to disease, emotional expression is also a significantly prevalent activity among users.
3 citations
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July 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract provides no study results and appears to be an incomplete list of author affiliations related to psoriasis research.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review highlights that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts psychological well-being and quality of life, emphasizing the need for integrated psychological support alongside dermatological treatment.
March 2026 in “International Wound Journal” This study evaluated the credibility of YouTube videos on exosome therapy, finding that despite promising preclinical results for wound healing, videos mostly focus on cosmetic applications and generally score low on educational quality, with doctor-made videos rating higher.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lasheras-Pérez et al. reported that JAK3 and TYK2 proteins are activated in certain forms of primary cicatricial alopecia, suggesting the JAK/TYK/STAT pathway as a potential therapeutic target for these conditions.
122 citations
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August 2020 in “Tropical Diseases Travel Medicine and Vaccines” This review discusses the disproportionate negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with chronic medical conditions and calls for strategies to protect these vulnerable populations.
14 citations
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June 2009 in “Journal of veterinary internal medicine” This study describes presumed albendazole toxicosis in alpacas, suggesting that repeated doses as low as 19 mg/kg can lead to severe neutropenia, enteropathy, and potentially death in this species.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “Fermentation” This study found that fermenting porcine and equine placentas with a specific lactic acid bacterial strain enhanced the moisturizing abilities and cell proliferation properties compared to traditional placental extracts, suggesting their potential for cosmetic applications.