April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that stimulating olfactory receptors in human hair follicles with Sandalore® increases antimicrobial activity by upregulating dermcidin production, potentially offering a novel approach for treating hair follicle diseases with bacterial issues.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This report from a veterinary clinical case observed a two-year-old Lhasa apso with generalized demodicosis and severe secondary bacterial pyoderma, successfully treated through an integrated approach combining ivermectin, antimicrobials, and supportive therapies, resulting in significant clinical improvement.
April 2023 in “JIVA : journal of Indian Veterinary Association Kerala/JIVA :Journal of Indian Veterinary Association, Kerala” This case study reported the successful recovery of a Doberman Pinscher with skin lesions, demodicosis, pyoderma, and malasseziosis following treatment with fluralaner, enrofloxacin, shampoos, immune boosters, and fatty acids.
May 2026 in “Nature Communications” In this study, a self-adaptive nanozyme embedded in a madecassoside-enriched hydrogel demonstrated strong antibacterial efficacy and accelerated healing in wounds infected with drug-resistant bacteria, as evidenced by improved repair and regeneration in MRSA-infected mice and preclinical pig models.
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May 2025 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” In this study, PEVIII, a nanocomposite chitosan-coated vesicle containing both α-hederin and hederacoside C, demonstrated notable antibacterial activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa in a keratitis model, showing significant lesion reduction, tissue improvement, and decreased bacterial load and inflammatory markers compared to other treatments.
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January 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This study found that photodynamic therapy using 5-aminolevulinic acid or methyl aminolevulinate is a safe and effective treatment for acne vulgaris, particularly with 30 to 60 minutes of contact time and three treatments for significant long-term improvement.
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February 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review discusses various potential risk factors and possible therapeutic interventions for polycystic ovary syndrome, including the modulation of gut microbiota, but reports no new findings.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study highlights the evolving understanding of acne's pathophysiology and suggests that targeting pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1β, IL-17, IL-23, and TNFα with biological antibodies may offer new treatment strategies for severe acne and its scars.
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November 2017 in “BMC Veterinary Research” This study suggests that topically applied fusidic acid may penetrate only the most superficial layers of canine skin but can reach sufficient concentrations to potentially treat infections caused by pathogenic staphylococci.
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January 2014 in “The journal of advances in parasitology” This case study in a German Shepherd with mixed ectoparasite and bacterial infections demonstrates that a combined therapeutic approach significantly improved the animal's skin condition and led to recovery.
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September 2020 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review explores the role of neutrophil recruitment in the inflammation seen in hidradenitis suppurativa and emphasizes potential therapeutic targets within these pathways, but it reports no new clinical results.
January 2025 in “中医药研究与应用(Research and application of traditional Chinese medicine)” In this study involving acne patients, researchers compared the effects of combined fire needle and salicylic acid therapy with conventional treatment, measuring improvements in skin lesion severity, skin barrier function, and microbiota diversity; results are not reported in the abstract.
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October 2024 in “Medical Science Monitor” This review discusses the mechanisms of skin barrier impairment in acne vulgaris and suggests strategies for its repair but reports no new clinical results.
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December 2024 in “Antibiotics” This review discusses the potential of cathelicidins in treating skin conditions but highlights significant challenges, including unclear clinical efficacy, safety concerns, and bacterial resistance, that must be addressed for successful medical application.
March 2021 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses the scalp microbiome's unique features and its potential role in hair disorders, suggesting that microbiome-targeted treatments could offer new therapeutic options, though no clinical results are reported.
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May 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” This review discusses how modern lifestyle factors affecting gut health may contribute to Alopecia Areata in genetically predisposed individuals, reporting no new results but suggesting the need for long-term interventions.
This review concluded that the efficacy of cosmeceutical hair serums for addressing hair loss lies in their use of bioactive peptides and plant compounds, like flavonoids and sterols, that target eight key contributing factors identified in hair loss conditions.
August 2022 in “Case reports” In this case report, isotretinoin treatment led to complete remission of folliculitis decalvans lesions in a 26-year-old male after a year and a half, despite the lack of certain histopathology images and control tests; the findings also suggest potential familial clustering needing further genetic investigation.
October 2025 in “Burns & Trauma” This review highlights recent advancements in engineered probiotics for wound healing, reporting that genetically engineered strains of Lactobacillus reuteri and Lactococcus cremoris have shown promise in promoting faster wound healing in pre-clinical and clinical settings, particularly for diabetic foot ulcers.
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November 2022 in “Bioscience Reports” This review explores the similarities between polycystic ovary syndrome and hemochromatosis in terms of iron overload and suggests that addressing gut dysbiosis might help manage iron levels in these conditions.
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the complex mechanisms behind acne vulgaris and suggests that dietary modification, along with pro- and prebiotics, may influence its pathogenesis by addressing stress-induced skin inflammation.
March 2026 in “Brazilian Journal of Microbiology” This study found that restoring the skin microbiome significantly improved hair growth and skin condition in androgenic alopecia model mice by modulating the immune-inflammatory balance, highlighting the potential of bacterial-based therapies for hair loss.
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December 2014 in “F1000 prime reports” This article reviews the challenges in treating hidradenitis suppurativa and discusses potential treatment options, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and comprehensive care, but reports no new clinical results.
July 2024 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” In this study, researchers used a 3D in vitro organ culture system to show that rifampicin-loaded lipid nanocapsules can penetrate hair follicles more effectively than free rifampicin, highlighting the potential advantage of nanocarrier-based antibiotic treatments for follicular infections.
September 2021 in “Physiology News” This abstract lacks findings or results and does not provide a summary about any specific research study or topic.
October 2020 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This review discusses autoimmune blistering diseases across species and highlights new treatment efficacy findings and ongoing trials, but it reports no new clinical results.
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February 2011 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” This introduction highlights the impact of acne vulgaris on quality of life and the complexity of selecting effective treatments, but it presents no new clinical results.
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March 1989 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice” This review discusses dermatological issues in llamas, detailing common findings, parasites, and disorders, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for recognizing normal skin variations and discusses potential treatments like zinc therapy for certain conditions.
In this study, researchers explored the diverse causes of alopecia in dogs, highlighting how factors such as infection, hormonal imbalances, and genetic conditions contribute to hair loss, and emphasized the importance of tailored diagnostics and treatment strategies.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride may cause gum problems, but stopping the drug can improve these issues.