4 citations
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December 2019 in “Trials” This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of YH0618 granules in preventing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients through a randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical trial, focusing on potential mechanisms related to kidney deficiency as understood in Chinese Medicine. Results are not yet reported.
January 2026 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” In this cross-sectional study, social support was found to improve empowerment and alopecia-related quality of life in breast cancer patients, with an indirect benefit on quality of life achieved through enhanced empowerment.
June 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the YH0618 granule in reducing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients, without disrupting anti-tumor effects, by conducting a randomized, double-blind trial. Results are not reported in the abstract.
October 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study will investigate the efficacy of YH0618 granules on reducing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients, focusing on potential mechanisms related to kidney deficiency, with outcomes not yet reported.
October 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the traditional Chinese medicine YH0618 granule for reducing chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients through a double-blind, randomized clinical trial, assessing hair loss progression and improving quality of life markers compared to a placebo.
15 citations
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June 2014 in “Integrative cancer therapies” This study found that an 8-week practice of pranic meditation was associated with improved quality of life and mental health scores in breast cancer survivors, though further research is needed for confirmation.
5 citations
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May 2022 in “Clinical & Experimental Metastasis” This study found that minoxidil and ranolazine, individually and in combination, reduced cellular invasiveness in hypoxic triple-negative breast cancer cell lines, suggesting potential anti-metastatic effects at clinically relevant doses.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “The Breast” This study found that scalp cooling significantly reduced chemotherapy-induced hair loss in breast cancer patients, especially those receiving taxane monotherapy, but did not significantly affect hair regrowth after chemotherapy.
December 2025 in “Clinical and Translational Science” This review highlights that chemotherapy-induced skin toxicities from EGFR inhibitors in breast cancer treatment can significantly impact patient quality of life and treatment adherence, emphasizing the importance of proactive management and patient discussions.
7 citations
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September 2023 in “Cancer Treatment Reviews” This review highlights the possible impact of side effects from endocrine therapy on quality of life, emphasizing that these can lead to poor adherence and early treatment discontinuation in patients with hormone receptor positive early breast cancer, potentially worsening survival outcomes.
5 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This article reviews the pathophysiology of chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports that scalp cooling can reduce hair loss by 50% in patients with early breast cancer receiving chemotherapy, without compromising survival or increasing scalp metastasis risk.
May 2013 in “UTUPub (University of Turku)” This study suggests that adding androgens to menopausal hormone therapy may reduce breast cancer risk by counteracting estrogen-driven proliferation in postmenopausal breast tissue.
17 citations
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May 2019 in “Journal of International Medical Research” In this study, the use of Xiaoaiping alongside routine chemotherapy improved side effects such as alopecia, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and enhanced quality of life in breast cancer patients compared to chemotherapy alone.
September 2024 in “Cureus” This case report describes a woman who experienced worsened breast implant illness symptoms following a COVID-19 infection and vaccination, which improved after implant removal, even though numerous screenings had been inconclusive prior to explantation.
April 2026 in “Antioxidants” In this study, broccoli sprout extract and sulforaphane were found to reduce cell viability, suppress growth, and induce apoptosis in breast cancer cells, and oral broccoli sprout extract inhibited tumor growth in animal models, suggesting it may be effective in managing breast cancer.
August 2022 in “Deleted Journal” This study found that a nutritional teaching program significantly reduced chemotherapy side effects and improved the health status of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
23 citations
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December 2013 in “Molecular cancer therapeutics” This study found that AR-positive breast cancer cell lines are more sensitive to the dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor NVP-BEZ235 compared to AR-negative cells.
September 2023 in “Curēus” This source discusses the complexity of cancer research, emphasizing that despite extensive studies, a comprehensive understanding of metastatic progression and therapeutic development remains elusive, and underscores the importance of animal models in breast cancer research.
January 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, researchers will conduct a randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of YH0618 granule in preventing chemotherapy-induced hair loss among breast cancer patients, aiming to understand its mechanism related to kidney deficiency in Chinese Medicine. Results are not yet reported.
52 citations
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December 2020 in “Frontiers in Oncology” This review suggests that Chinese herbal medicine may help reduce side effects of chemotherapy in breast cancer patients, but a lack of high-quality trials limits confidence in this finding.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “BMC Cancer” In this descriptive study, researchers assessed the most common short-term side effects of anthracycline and taxane-based chemotherapy in 122 Moroccan women with localized breast cancer, documenting frequent systemic, gastrointestinal, dermatological, neurological, musculoskeletal, and ocular toxicities.
1 citations
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August 2016 This study investigated the cytotoxic effects of DHA derivatives on cancer cell lines and found that didocosahexaenoin was the most potent, inducing apoptosis and producing reactive oxygen species in PC3 prostate carcinoma cells.
5 citations
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August 2025 in “Biomedicines” This review highlights the significant impact of cutaneous and oral mucosal adverse events on patients undergoing breast cancer treatment, emphasizing the need for early detection and comprehensive management to maintain treatment adherence and enhance patient care.
12 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of patient-reported outcomes” This study identified common symptoms and side effects experienced by women with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer, including fatigue, hair loss, and impacts on daily activities and mobility.
2 citations
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March 2024 in “Egyptian Journal of Health Care” This study found that a mindfulness-based intervention significantly reduced alopecia distress and improved body image coping and health-related quality of life among Egyptian women with breast cancer and chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
2 citations
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February 2020 in “Annual Research & Review in Biology” In this animal study, lavender oil, Eruca sativa oil, Aloe vera oil, and sodium carbonate decreased lipid levels and tumor markers in breast cancer models, suggesting potential benefits as adjunctive therapy during chemotherapy.
35 citations
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April 2013 in “Sexual medicine reviews” This review found that 5α-reductase inhibitors are associated with slightly increased rates of sexual dysfunction, gynecomastia, and mood disorders, but the true significance and persistence of these effects remain unclear.
1 citations
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September 2016 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may cause sexual side effects, breast complications, and other health risks in men with hair loss.
2 citations
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October 2021 in “Exploration of targeted anti-tumor therapy” This review describes oncotherapy-induced alopecia in patients receiving hormone therapy for hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer and concludes that topical hormones should not be used due to oncogenic potential.
120 citations
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October 2007 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” This review discusses the effects of estrogens on skin aging and highlights the potential benefits of estrogen replacement therapy and selective estrogen receptor modulators for improving skin health in postmenopausal women, but reports no new clinical findings.