June 2023 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” This review outlines the complex factors involved in acne pathogenesis—including hormonal, genetic, and environmental influences—and describes current comprehensive management strategies, emphasizing both topical and systemic therapies, while also highlighting emerging treatment options and the significant psychological impact of acne.
June 2023 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” In this study, the alcoholic extract DN106212 from Centipeda minima was shown to be more effective in promoting hair growth in C57BL/6 mice compared to dimethyl sulfoxide and tofacitinib, suggesting its potential as a natural hair growth agent.
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August 2019 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This article discusses the use of mesotherapy in dentistry and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research on its applications for oral problems.
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January 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review summarizes factors involved in polycystic ovary syndrome pathogenesis and management, highlights commonly prescribed and repurposed medications, and calls for well-designed clinical trials to evaluate these treatments further.
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July 2017 in “Annals of Oncology” This study suggests that DNA-neutralizing agents like DNAse I and Resveratrol-Cu might reduce chemotherapy-induced toxicity, although this conclusion is based on a small animal study and needs more research.
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January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This literature review highlights the changing epidemiology of tinea capitis due to global migration and underscores the importance of early recognition and treatment of atypical variants in immunocompetent children to minimize prolonged systemic antifungal therapy and prevent adverse events, especially regarding liver health.
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July 2023 in “Cureus” This article examines advancements in understanding and managing androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness), discussing genetic and psychological factors, diagnostic methods, classifications, and various treatment options, including traditional and emerging therapies, to aid healthcare professionals in making informed treatment decisions.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study highlights the potential of fat injections for treating alopecia, as they may promote hair regrowth, reduce inflammation, and exhibit limited adverse effects, suggesting efficacy and safety in managing the condition.
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January 2008 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review discusses the protective and stress-buffering roles of melatonin in skin functions and structures but does not present new clinical findings.
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January 2013 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” This study found that taurine may have potential as an anti-alopecia agent, particularly against chemical stress-induced hair loss, and could be effective when used with other treatments like finasteride.
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January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This case report from the study describes a dog suffering from dermatophytosis caused by Microsporum canis, presenting with alopecia on the neck and ear, illustrating the zoonotic risk of these fungal infections in both animals and humans, particularly in hot and humid climates.
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March 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review provides practical guidelines for managing psychodermatologic disorders and concludes that psychopharmacologic agents offer a useful option for treatment, considering the underlying psychopathologic condition.
This study in diabetic db/db mice found that treatment with the antihypertensive agents minoxidil or nebivolol stimulated elastogenesis and inhibited elastolysis, leading to restored elastic fibers, reduced aortic stiffening, and normalized blood pressure.
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January 2015 in “BioMed Research International” In this study, topical application of fibroblast growth factors was found to promote hair growth by inducing and prolonging the anagen phase in telogenic C57BL/6 mice, suggesting potential as hair growth-promoting agents.
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June 2019 in “Cellular signalling” Minoxidil treatment in mice preserved the integrity of elastic lamellae and improved arterial biomechanical properties, especially in females, suggesting it could be an anti-arterial aging agent potentially suitable for female-targeted therapies.
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January 2022 in “Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” This review examines the relationship between glycation, insulin resistance, and PCOS, discussing various treatments and highlighting M. oleifera and S. platensis as potential therapeutic agents, but reports no new clinical results.
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January 2017 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” This study reviews current systemic treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa, highlighting traditional methods and new options like biological agents, and suggests that pharmacological therapies show promise, particularly for non-advanced cases, despite the disease's complex etiology involving factors such as genetics and inflammation.
January 2026 in “Food Science and Human Wellness” This research examined krill oil's effects on benign prostatic hyperplasia and found that it inhibited the growth of prostate cells in vitro and reduced prostate size and weight in a BPH rat model, suggesting potential as a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for BPH.
January 2024 in “Tropical journal of pharmaceutical research” This study found that extracts from Cirsium japonicum var. spinossimum seeds are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, demonstrating significant anti-inflammatory and cell proliferation effects in specific cell models, suggesting potential as a source for anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.
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January 2022 in “Nutrients” This review discusses potential agents, including acetyl-L-carnitine and vitamins, for repurposing in managing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and reports no clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further research.
October 2025 in “Journal of Veterinary Clinics” In this case study, a Pomeranian was diagnosed with vaccine-induced ischemic dermatopathy, where different medication regimens gradually improved hair regrowth, though some lesions persisted after tapering treatment.
This review discusses cyclosporine A's mechanisms of action and side effects compared to tacrolimus in renal transplantation, but it reports no new experimental results; the authors highlight implications for cardiovascular risk management.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This case report described a 29-year-old man with male pattern baldness treated with the lesser-known sarcode Adrenalin, but the abstract does not provide further details on the treatment outcome or efficacy.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review highlights brimonidine’s potential as a dermatological agent, noting its ability to improve rosacea-related facial redness and its effectiveness in various other skin conditions due to its vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory actions, with minimal systemic absorption and a favorable safety profile for long-term use.
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review compiled evidence suggesting that flavonoids may promote skin wound healing due to their anti-inflammatory, angiogenesis, re-epithelialization, and antioxidant properties, while also discussing current limitations and future prospects for these compounds as wound-healing agents.
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July 1973 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” In this study, minoxidil effectively reduced blood pressure to near normal levels in patients with malignant or accelerated hypertension resistant to conventional treatments, offering a potential alternative to nephrectomy.
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February 2023 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that ISX9 may activate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway and holds potential as a therapeutic agent for treating alopecia.
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January 2010 This study found that using minoxidil 2% as a mesotherapy injection showed more significant improvement in treating androgenetic alopecia in female patients than topical application.
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January 2007 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” This review discusses the long-term cutaneous and ocular complications from sulfur mustard exposure in the Iranian population, identifying pruritus and malignant changes as significant issues and highlighting eye surface damage leading to visual decline.
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September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Upadacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe Alopecia Areata in adolescents.