62 citations
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March 2011 in “European journal of endocrinology” This study found that parents identified with cryptic NCCAH through genetic testing are mostly asymptomatic but may experience temporary female infertility and require glucocorticoid stress coverage in specific circumstances.
48 citations
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October 2014 in “International Journal of Cardiology” This meta-analysis found that people with alopecia have an increased risk of coronary heart disease and several cardiovascular risk factors compared to those without alopecia.
46 citations
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December 2007 in “International Journal of Cardiology” This study found that patients with polycystic ovary syndrome have reduced heart rate recovery, an exaggerated systolic blood pressure response to exercise, and decreased heart rate variability, implying possible autonomic dysfunction.
41 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” This study found that melatonin significantly improved metabolic and reproductive parameters in PCOS-induced rats, with effects similar to metformin.
38 citations
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October 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The study found that daily use of bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03% for one year was effective in improving eyelash growth and patient satisfaction in both idiopathic and chemotherapy-induced hypotrichosis, with no serious drug-related adverse events reported.
36 citations
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” In this study, bimatoprost solution showed better results than corticosteroid in terms of rapidity, percentage of hair regrowth, and side effects for treating scalp alopecia areata.
25 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” This study developed lipid-core nanocapsules for encapsulating menthol, improving its solubility and thermal stability, and demonstrated their safety and rapid skin absorption in ex vivo tests, highlighting potential applications for cosmeceuticals.
17 citations
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Chemistry” This study isolated new geranylated coumarins from Mammea siamensis flowers and found that several of these compounds inhibit testosterone 5α-reductase.
17 citations
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December 2019 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that their system effectively supports the rapid formation of human hair follicle organoids, providing a platform for studying hair regeneration and drug screening.
10 citations
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July 2023 in “The Neuroscience Journal of Shefaye Khatam” In this review, the authors summarized the neuroprotective role of water- and fat-soluble vitamins in neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting their potential preventive and therapeutic effects through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties while acknowledging some studies question their preventive influence.
9 citations
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March 2018 in “International Journal of Cancer” The study suggests that male pattern baldness, a possible indicator of sex hormone levels, may be linked to an increased risk of gastric cancer in men.
9 citations
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February 2014 in “Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine” This study found that conditioned media from human amniotic fluid-derived stem cells may enhance skin regeneration by promoting cell proliferation and migration, and by modulating gene expressions altered by UV irradiation.
8 citations
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August 2020 in “Domestic Animal Endocrinology” This study found that melatonin treatment improved cashmere production for one cycle in cashmere goats, enhancing fiber quality and follicle activity, but had no effects in the subsequent cycle.
8 citations
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October 2019 in “Immunological investigations” This study suggests that the rs2075876 variant in the AIRE gene may significantly increase susceptibility to alopecia areata in the examined male population.
5 citations
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May 2021 in “Veterinary medicine and science” In this study, cosyntropin-induced cortisol spikes did not affect hair cortisol concentration in captive grizzly bears, contrasting with stress responses observed in free-ranging bears during capture.
4 citations
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May 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that cephalanthine inhibited the growth of gastric cancer cells in vitro and in vivo by inducing oxidative stress and altering energy metabolism, suggesting its potential as a treatment for gastric cancer.
2 citations
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November 2011 in “InTech eBooks” This article reviews the types and characteristics of adrenal cortex tumors, including their hormone secretion and detection as incidental findings, but presents no new research results.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” This study observed high prevalence of community-acquired infections, such as taenia and scabies, causing skin lesions in antenatal women, likely associated with factors like poor hygiene and socioeconomic challenges.
1 citations
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August 2017 in “International clinical psychopharmacology” This study found that bupropion was associated with a higher risk of hair loss compared to other antidepressants, with paroxetine presenting the lowest risk.
September 2025 in “Journal of Health Sciences” In this study, researchers developed an antioxidant hair tonic using Dipteryx odorata (cumaru) extract, aimed at treating scalp psoriasis, which could potentially improve quality of life for patients due to its natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
February 2024 in “PloS one” This review concluded that oral tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia, showing effectiveness in improving signs and symptoms but requiring regular monitoring for adverse effects. The authors emphasize the need for further extensive studies to solidify these findings.
January 2022 in “Bio web of conferences/BIO web of conferences” This study concluded that the elemental composition of tail brush hair in newborn calves can indicate trace element supply to the fetus during the last months of pregnancy.
March 2021 in “Clin-Alert” This abstract lists a range of drugs and treatment agents like Abatacept, Amiodarone, and Remdesivir, but does not report any study results or findings.
This study investigated the molecular mechanisms behind cashmere goat coat types by analyzing gene expression during hair follicle development stages, identifying regulatory pathways involved in metabolism, immune response, and the quiescent state of follicles, potentially aiding in genetic selection for improved cashmere production.
September 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This systematic review and meta-analysis found that platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is effective in increasing hair density and reducing hair loss for alopecia, with variations in response based on activation status.
January 2017 in “Bulletin of Pharmaceutical Research” This study developed chemical fingerprints to differentiate Eclipta prostrata and Wedelia calendulacea, two plants often confused and adulterated in the Indian herbal market, identifying distinct chemical profiles that can prevent such adulteration.
January 2019 in “Arabian Journal of Chemistry” This study developed and validated an HPLC method to quantify impurities in finasteride, demonstrating its suitability for quality assurance of the drug and its related substances.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “Advances in Therapy” In this study, Chinese children with central precocious puberty receiving 6-monthly injections of triptorelin showed luteinizing hormone suppression and slowed development of sexual characteristics over 12 months, without severe adverse events, suggesting it may be an effective treatment option for this population.
70 citations
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November 2013 in “The BMJ” This study observed a temporal association between tamsulosin use for benign prostatic hyperplasia and an increased risk of severe hypotension requiring hospital admission during the first eight weeks of treatment initiation and restart.
32 citations
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September 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” This article states that hormone therapy with estrogens and antiandrogens for transgender females is within an obstetrician-gynecologist's practice scope and involves careful dosing and monitoring to manage short-term thrombotic risks.