91 citations
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review discusses the advantages and limitations of various hair loss evaluation methods but reports no new results; it emphasizes the importance of cautious interpretation for these diagnostic tools.
90 citations
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February 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have higher global adiposity and increased visceral fat, particularly in the ip and mesenteric depots, compared to women without androgen excess.
89 citations
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September 2010 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” This review discusses the genetic factors involved in hair follicle morphogenesis and cycling and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the role of genes in hereditary hair diseases.
88 citations
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May 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” This review discusses WHO group 2 anovulation, highlighting polycystic ovary syndrome as a common cause of infertility and noting current treatment options without presenting new clinical results.
80 citations
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April 2011 in “Plant physiology” This study suggests that the GPX-PDE1 and GPX-PDE2 genes in white lupin enhance root hair development and contribute to Pi limitation acclimation by facilitating glycerophosphodiester degradation.
75 citations
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August 2003 in “International journal of cosmetic surgery and aesthetic dermatology” This study found that low level laser therapy with a HairMax LaserComb improved hair counts and tensile strength in patients with androgenetic alopecia, particularly in males and vertex areas.
74 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” This study reported that men with more significant hair loss experience greater negative psychosocial effects, particularly noticeable in younger age groups.
73 citations
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October 2003 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” This study found that hair depigmentation in mice and humans can be a dynamic indicator of KIT inhibition by the drug SU11248, correlating with treatment periods.
71 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of Proteome Research” In this study, distinct metabolic profiles were identified in women with PCOS, suggesting potential biomarkers for diagnosis based on changes in lipid and androgen metabolism.
68 citations
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May 2021 in “Endocrine” This review discusses the emerging "endocrine phenotype" of COVID-19, highlighting the implications for managing diabetes, obesity, vitamin D deficiency, and other endocrine conditions in affected patients.
66 citations
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study reported no significant difference in efficacy or sexual dysfunction risk between 5α-reductase inhibitors and placebo for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that dutasteride 0.5 mg may be considered pending further research.
65 citations
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July 2020 in “Science Advances” Dermal exosomes with miR-218-5p boost hair growth by controlling β-catenin signaling.
65 citations
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October 2018 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” This study observed that dandruff in Indian women is associated with a distinct scalp microbiome, including specific bacterial and unknown Malassezia species, with implications for nutrient homeostasis and cell-host adhesion pathways.
64 citations
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August 2019 in “Circulation” This study found that men receiving enzalutamide and other androgen-deprivation therapies may be at increased risk for QT prolongation and torsades de pointes.
64 citations
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March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) inhibited hair shaft elongation and induced premature catagen development in cultured human hair follicles, partially through transforming growth factor β2.
61 citations
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January 2015 in “Hormones” In this study, short-term liraglutide treatment led to significant weight loss in obese women with newly diagnosed PCOS and a higher metabolic risk profile compared to metformin.
60 citations
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January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This article discusses the foundational concepts of nanotechnology and its contributions to dermatology and medicine, but does not present new research findings.
60 citations
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September 2013 in “Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics” This review discusses the dermatological adverse events from immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapy in IBD, finding increased risks of non-melanoma skin cancer and other skin conditions, and recommends regular cancer screening.
60 citations
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April 2012 in “Physiology” This article explores how extrafollicular environments and stem cell configurations influence hair and feather regeneration but provides no new experimental results.
59 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in medicine” This review discusses the complex causes and treatment challenges of chronic inflammatory skin diseases, emphasizing the need for biomarkers to predict treatment responses; it reports no new clinical results.
56 citations
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April 1998 in “Steroids” Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.
55 citations
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April 2022 in “Journal of Molecular Medicine” This review discusses the relationship between aging, chronic inflammation, and immunosuppression, suggesting that these interconnected processes may contribute to tumorigenesis and premature aging, but reports no new experimental results.
54 citations
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January 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article presents two cases of keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans and reviews its features, highlighting characteristic progression from keratosis pilaris in infancy to cicatricial alopecia in childhood.
52 citations
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November 2009 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” This study found that hyperandrogenemia in Chinese women with PCOS is associated with higher risks of type 2 diabetes and obesity, suggesting it should be prioritized in managing PCOS-related infertility.
52 citations
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March 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article describes the development and validation of a standardized instrument for measuring skin involvement in cutaneous lupus erythematosus, aiming to aid future clinical research and trials.
50 citations
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January 2016 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that miRNA expression profiles in follicular fluid are altered in women with PCOS, with certain miRNAs potentially useful for distinguishing patient subtypes and contributing to understanding PCOS heterogeneity.
50 citations
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December 2010 in “Bjog: An International Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology” This study found that Sri Lankan women with polycystic ovary syndrome experienced higher psychological distress and poorer health-related quality of life, primarily linked to hirsutism rather than obesity.
50 citations
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December 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, 42% of healthy men aged 18-49 showed moderate to extensive male pattern hair loss, with prevalence increasing significantly with age.
49 citations
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July 2021 in “Nutrients” This review explores lifestyle modifications for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, discussing dietary, physical, and supplementation strategies, but reports no new clinical results.
49 citations
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March 2014 in “Dermatologic clinics” This article discusses the causes, development, treatment, and prevention strategies for pseudofolliculitis barbae and folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, but reports no new clinical results.