5 citations
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This review outlines how peptidyl arginine deiminases (PADIs) and protein citrullination are involved in hair follicle regeneration and inflammatory alopecia, but presents no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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March 2017 in “Semina Ciências Agrárias” This case report describes a Dogo Argentino dog with M. nanum infection, likely from hunting wild boar, that responded well to itraconazole and topical miconazole treatment.
85 citations
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March 2002 in “Body & Society” This article reviews the discourse around male cosmetic surgery patients and argues against the perception that cosmetic surgery will become as common among men as it is among women.
40 citations
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April 2020 in “International Journal of Multicultural Education” This paper reviews the similarities between Koreanness and Whiteness and argues for addressing Koreanness in multicultural education in Korea, especially in the context of racism and colorism in education.
11 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” This commentary reviews the post-Finasteride syndrome and argues that while the condition's validity is debated, comprehensive guidelines are needed to address related risks and treatment options; it reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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August 2002 in “Sexualities” This article reviews and critiques Tamsin Wilton's arguments on MTF transsexualism, suggesting her work reaffirms Cartesian dualism rather than dismantling it, and emphasizes the need for continued dialogue in transsex, lesbian, and feminist communities.
6 citations
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June 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study observed that the SREBF1 mutation c.1669C>T (p.Arg557Cys) may act as a recurrent hotspot mutation associated with both hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia and autosomal-dominant ichthyosis follicularis with atrichia and photophobia syndrome, suggesting they may be on the same clinical spectrum.
Dr. Mayer Brezis argues that a study by Wang et al. incorrectly concluded that finasteride does not cause depression or suicide, due to methodological flaws, and suggests halting its marketing under the precautionary principle.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, authors argue that Hair Booster by Dantura Botanics supports hair regeneration by addressing internal biochemical deficiencies without relying on conventional hormonal or chemical treatments, and it is part of a broader micronutrient-based, terrain-corrective model for reversing scalp degeneration.
January 2025 in “Medical Research Archives” This review discusses various applications of low level laser therapy and argues for a holistic evaluation of patients but reports no new clinical findings.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional text about hair replacement options near Lauderdale Lakes argues against hair plugs, implants, laser transplants, and robotic surgery but provides no clinical research findings.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This promotional text discusses hair transplant options and argues against certain methods, but it does not report any new research findings or clinical results; readers are encouraged to call a specialist for more information.
February 2019 in “Neoreviews” This case report details the diagnosis and management of argininosuccinate lyase deficiency in an infant, emphasizing initial symptoms, treatment strategies, and subsequent liver transplant leading to recovery.
14 citations
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April 2022 in “Climacteric” This review discusses the impact of HRT on menopausal skin and hair symptoms and argues that potential benefits should be part of informed decision-making for managing menopause.
10 citations
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August 2011 in “Clinics” This article presents a dissenting opinion, arguing that the case described by Dr. Molina et al. was diffuse alopecia areata, not acute alopecia areata as claimed, emphasizing the importance of distinct clinical differences.
2 citations
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May 2019 in “Small ruminant research” This study identified polymorphisms in HGT-KRTAP7-1 and KRTAP8-1 genes in Argentine llamas that may impact fiber characteristics by altering amino acid residues critical for keratin-associated protein properties.
September 2025 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain” In this critique, the authors argue that the American College of Physicians' recent guideline for migraine preventive therapy is based on a flawed analysis with low confidence levels and outdated data, failing to acknowledge newer migraine-specific therapies with stronger evidence and better tolerability.
January 2025 in “HemaSphere” This review discusses the implications of renaming myelodysplastic syndromes as "myelodysplastic neoplasms" and argues that the "low-risk" label may misrepresent patient experiences and hinder research.
40 citations
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January 2017 in “Intestinal Research” This study found that among Japanese IBD patients, the NUDT15 p.Arg139Cys variant was significantly associated with thiopurine-induced leukopenia and severe hair loss, suggesting its genotyping is important for predicting these adverse events.
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.
11 citations
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May 1998 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article reviews debates over hair restoration density relative to graft techniques, focusing on arguments for and against using large grafts for better density, and reports no new data.
10 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This correspondence critiques a previous report advocating finasteride for frontal fibrosing alopecia, arguing that the evidence on its safety and effectiveness is inconclusive, particularly due to methodological limitations.
This study reports that patients with specific MFN2 mutations, including p.Arg707Trp, exhibit significant upper body fat overgrowth with suppressed leptin production, suggesting tissue-selective mitochondrial dysfunction and potential therapeutic targets.
November 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” This study found that in androgenetic alopecia mice, MNX@Arg-CLAVs, a novel nanovesicle platform containing minoxidil and conjugated linoleic acid, enhanced hair regeneration and reduced hair follicle aging more effectively and with less irritation compared to traditional minoxidil tincture.
This study in a nine-year-old boy from Lebanon identified a gene mutation (c.1066dup p.(Arg356Profs*16)) associated with a rare inborn error of immunity, characterized by craniosynostosis, jaundice, and several other symptoms, expanding the known genotypic and phenotypic spectrum of this condition.
November 2025 in “Research Repository UCD (University College Dublin)” This paper analyzes the representation of baldness in contemporary screen media, arguing that it reflects and perpetuates societal anxieties about masculinity, aging, and power, portraying hair loss as a disorder requiring intervention despite its natural occurrence and lack of health risks.
This study suggests that specific mutations in the MFN2 gene, including the p.Arg707Trp allele, can result in tissue-selective mitochondrial dysfunction leading to excessive upper body fat growth and low leptin levels.
September 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the misconception that female pattern hair loss is solely due to androgens and argues against this oversimplified view without presenting new clinical data.
This letter warns physicians against following previous recommendations in a 1976 article on brachial plexus repair, arguing that historical surgical knowledge does not support placing markers on severed nerves for secondary repair.
22 citations
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November 1998 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article presents 12 theses distinguishing alternative and regular medicine in Germany, reporting no new clinical results; the authors argue that the current integration of alternative methods in universities is misguided.