12 citations
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June 2012 in “Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical” This case study reported a rare infection by Trichosporon inkin, causing white piedra in a family in Southern Brazil, emphasizing the importance of molecular tools for precise identification.
11 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” This report describes three cases of white piedra of scalp hair, identifying Trichosporon inkin and Trichosporon mucoides as the fungi responsible, which are uncommon causes of this condition.
11 citations
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June 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” This review discusses recent advancements in female contraception and covers topics like adapted regimens, non-invasive sterilization, and the promise of new methods, but it reports no new clinical findings.
10 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that combining microneedling with 5% minoxidil improved hair growth in Chinese men with androgenetic alopecia, possibly through activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
10 citations
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May 2019 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that finasteride treatment in male rats altered steroid hormone homeostasis and caused kidney damage, suggesting potential risks for patients with renal dysfunction on androgen or antiandrogen therapy.
10 citations
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May 2018 in “Nutrition and Cancer” This article reviews current research on spice-derived nutraceuticals for treating melanoma and skin cancer, noting emerging evidence that these natural substances may offer preventative and protective benefits against cancer, amidst increased global interest.
10 citations
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May 2018 in “Forensic Science International” This study concluded that the process of mummification disfigures facial features, making identification challenging, but commercial shrunken heads retain more defining features compared to ceremonial ones.
9 citations
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June 2021 in “Nutrients” In this study, fisetin applied to the dorsal skin of mice activated hair follicle stem cells through exosome secretion from keratinocytes, promoting hair growth.
9 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” This article reviews the skin changes during pregnancy, categorizing them by their relation to pregnancy and highlighting cosmetic concerns, but reports no new results.
9 citations
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” This review explores herbal medications for skin disorders, covering their clinical efficacy, safety, and common drug interactions, but reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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September 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review examines the implications of COVID-19 vaccination for dermatological patients with psoriasis on immunosuppressive treatment and reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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January 2010 in “Pharmacognosy Research” This study evaluated the hair growth potential of a microbial biotransformed extract of tobacco leaves in male albino wistar rats, but no new results are provided in the abstract.
7 citations
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September 1991 in “Journal of Advertising” The study suggests that commercial TV station advertising clearance policies may vary according to profitability and organization size, influencing their airtime appeal to viewers.
7 citations
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April 2012 in “Biomolecular concepts” This article reviews the role of keratins in epithelial function and structure, discussing their involvement in growth control, organelle functions, and pathomechanisms of disorders, but reports no new clinical results.
6 citations
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June 2021 in “Journal of health psychology” This review found that commercial influences may affect how male baldness is represented as a disease and how treatment options are presented, often omitting limitations.
6 citations
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January 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study suggests that finasteride treatment in male rats can lead to changes in liver carbohydrate metabolism and may result in metabolic disruptions and liver steatosis in their offspring.
6 citations
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October 2011 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research” This study investigates the pharmacognostic properties of jojoba roots, focusing on microscopic characteristics, physico-chemical constants, fluorescence analysis, and preliminary phytochemical evaluation, but it does not report new clinical findings.
4 citations
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April 2021 in “Experimental and Molecular Medicine” This review examines host factors like ACE2 and TMPRSS2 in SARS-CoV-2 infection, exploring how genetic variants and advanced cellular analyses might clarify COVID-19's severity and heterogeneity; it reports no new results.
4 citations
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October 2020 in “Animal Bioscience” This study concluded that using a can containing beans as environmental enrichment for Rex rabbits improved their growth performance, carcass traits, meat quality, and hair follicle development compared to other enrichment materials or no enrichment.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review examines the current landscape of drug repositioning, highlighting that computational methods expand possibilities for reusing existing drugs to treat unmet medical needs. The authors discuss both the potential of these methods and the challenges faced in identifying new therapeutic applications.
4 citations
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October 2016 This source describes the potential of various herbal treatments, such as aloe vera and amla, as natural alternatives for managing hair loss and enhancing hair health, noting their benefits include fewer side effects, affordability, and multiple application methods.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of microbial & biochemical technology” In this study, the researchers observed that biotin administration in biotin-deficient children with alopecia eliminated certain membrane proteins from their blood, suggesting that biotin might regulate these proteins' expression.
3 citations
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” In this study, lemon grass hair oil was formulated using various herbs and evaluated on parameters such as viscosity, saponification value, and pH to explore its potential for general hair application.
3 citations
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January 2011 This study developed a precise and reliable UV spectrophotometric method for determining finasteride concentration in bulk and tablets, demonstrating strong linearity and accuracy.
3 citations
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June 2010 in “Pharmacognosy journal” This study found that a formulated polyherbal antidandruff hair oil containing eucalyptus and ocimum volatile oils, along with hibiscus and phyllanthus extracts, showed both antifungal and hair growth activities in open pilot clinical trials.
2 citations
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January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This study suggests that artificial intelligence could significantly enhance histology education for medical and dental students, but its implementation faces challenges like cost, accuracy, and ethical considerations.
2 citations
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February 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that the ethanolic root extract of Onosma dichroantha exhibits antioxidant activity and significant antimicrobial effects against 11 bacterial species.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that JetPeel-assisted topical minoxidil significantly improved hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to topical minoxidil alone or no treatment.
2 citations
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August 2016 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” This study found that from 2011 to 2015, a substantial portion of women in the Netherlands dispensed finasteride or dutasteride were not using adequate contraception, prompting calls for improved risk management.
2 citations
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January 2011 This study developed and validated a UV spectrophotometric method for accurately measuring finasteride and tamsulosin in solutions and tablets, demonstrating good sensitivity and precision.