August 2024 in “Revista Científica Multidisciplinar Núcleo do Conhecimento” This source reports that Malassezia restricta appears more abundantly in fecal samples and may be associated with intestinal diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, but is also found in healthy contexts; future research could inform targeted therapies.
Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective and generally safe for treating hair loss in women.
July 2024 in “Revista Científica de Estética e Cosmetologia” This study aimed to develop a dermocosmetic exfoliating formulation using babassu fibers for androgenetic alopecia treatment, but found that although the formulation met sensory standards, it was unstable in sunlight and heat, suggesting a need for optimization before commercialization.
May 2024 in “Portuguese journal of dermatology and venereology” This study found that among female patients with acute telogen effluvium, 83.7% reported either partial or complete resolution of hair shedding after three months of treatment including vitamin E and zinc supplements.
April 2024 in “Contribuciones a las ciencias sociales” This literature review found that combining essential oils with clay therapy can treat dandruff and seborrhea, but notes that this approach is not widely recognized, indicating a need for further research.
December 2023 in “Juan Cuevas eBooks” This source describes the fourth volume of the "Guía de Procedimientos en Cirugía Plástica Reconstructiva" as an essential, expert-compiled reference detailing the latest advanced techniques in reconstructive plastic surgery for surgeons, residents, and professionals in the field.
October 2023 in “Peer review” This review discusses the efficacy and safety of using intradermotherapy combined with platelet-rich plasma for treating alopecia and reports no new clinical results.
In this study, researchers examined a document submitted by Jakeline Ortega related to Joandele Cristina da Silva Barcelos, but results or specific findings are not reported in the abstract.
August 2023 in “Vittalle” This integrative literature review investigated clinical trials on using medicinal plants, herbal products, and dietary supplements for treating alopecia, noting a need for further studies due to limited chemical-pharmaceutical analyses of the plant species involved, which include Allium sativum and Rosmarinus officinalis.
June 2023 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” Home photobiomodulation therapy can improve life quality and mobility for disabled individuals.
April 2023 in “Research Society and Development” In this study, a literature review found that corticosteroids were effective and safe for treating Alopecia Areata by stimulating hair follicles and extending the anagen phase, based on data from 2010 to 2022.
In this study involving two volunteers with Androgenetic Alopecia, phototherapy using red and blue wavelengths promoted benefits, as observed through photographic and trichoscopy comparison after 12 weekly sessions.
This study concludes that one year after COVID-19 infection, patients in Northeast Brazil showed improvements in quality of life, although some symptoms such as anxiety and memory loss persisted.
This review explores the connection between COVID-19 infection and telogen effluvium, highlighting the potential contribution of inflammatory and emotional factors to hair loss; it reports no clinical results.
November 2021 in “Research, Society and Development” This review covers different treatment options for alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia and emphasizes individualized treatment plans, combining pharmacological therapy with psychological support; no new clinical results are reported.
October 2021 in “Research Society and Development” This review discusses potential drug interactions between herbal medicines and oral contraceptives, reporting no new research results but highlighting the risk these interactions pose to contraceptive effectiveness.
August 2021 in “Research, Society and Development” In this study, intradermal therapy with Minoxidil, growth factors, and vitamins showed a slight advantage in increasing hair volume over a combination with Finasteride for androgenic alopecia.
July 2021 in “Journal Für Ästhetische Chirurgie” Effective hair loss treatments require medical diagnosis and realistic expectations, with hair transplants offering improved, natural-looking results.
In this study, researchers found that cosmetic formulations containing guaraná extract effectively controlled oiliness in oily skin and hair by reducing sebaceous gland activity and lipid content without compromising skin barrier function, making them promising for managing excessive sebum production.
October 2020 in “Revista médica sinergía/Revista médica sinergia” This review discusses the multifactorial nature of alopecia areata, noting its association with other autoimmune diseases, and highlights Janus kinase inhibitors as a new treatment option under investigation, but reports no clinical results.
August 2020 in “Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC)” This study found that platelet-rich plasma appeared more effective than control treatments as an additional therapy for improving acne scars in several clinical trials.
January 2017 in “Más dermatología” This article discusses finasteride as a treatment for alopecia, noting previous presentations at scientific forums, and reports no new findings.
This study found that among women with polycystic ovary syndrome, higher age, obesity, hirsutism, and having children were independently associated with increased metabolic risk.
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July 2018 in “Cell Reports” This study found that the dermal papilla of the hair follicle regulates stem cell quiescence and regeneration by modulating Shh and Wnt signaling pathways, highlighting the importance of signaling cross talk in regeneration.
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August 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This article reviews the potential advantages of secretome derivatives from human uterine cervical stem cells in MSC therapy and notes the need for regulatory standards to ensure safety and efficacy.
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April 2004 in “Lancet Oncology” This review summarizes the use and neonatal outcomes of chemotherapy during pregnancy, noting its potential for safe use in the second and third trimesters, and reports no new clinical results.
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September 2008 in “Genes & Development” This review summarizes how genetic studies using conditional β-catenin loss- and gain-of-function mice have advanced understanding of canonical Wnt signaling's role in embryonic development, adult stem cell maintenance, and cancer modeling.
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October 2010 in “Oncogene” This review discusses the role of keratins in epithelial cell stress protection and cancer, highlighting their potential as multifunctional regulators and diagnostic markers, without presenting new research findings.
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July 2002 in “Journal of Endocrinology” This hypothesis paper suggests that PCOS may result from genetically determined ovarian hypersecretion of androgens, influencing hormone regulation and insulin resistance, with obesity further affecting its severity; no new clinical results are reported.
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December 2018 in “Cell stem cell” This study suggests that phenotypic plasticity, including processes like dedifferentiation and transdifferentiation, plays a crucial role in cancer initiation, progression, and therapy resistance, broadening our understanding of cancer dynamics and potential treatment strategies.