January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This study reports a case of dermatophytosis in an 11-month-old spayed female dog, which exhibited alopecia in the neck and ear tip regions, a condition common in tropical and temperate climates and caused by fungi affecting both animals and humans.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, a dog was diagnosed with dermatophytosis, a zoonotic fungal infection common in humid climates, presenting with alopecia in the neck and ear regions.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This case report describes a dog suffering from dermatophytosis, a zoonotic fungal infection common in warm and humid climates, with alopecia noted in the neck region and the tip of the ear.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, researchers document a female dog in tropical conditions with dermatophytosis, a zoonotic fungal infection common in hot and humid climates, showing symptoms like alopecia on the neck and ear tips.
May 2023 in “Archiv EuroMedica” In this article, a rare case of black piedra, a zoonotic hair disease typically found in tropical climates, was documented in Russia due to close contact between an infected and a healthy person, with insights into its epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment discussed.
March 2023 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” This review discusses the pharmacology of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, their expanding clinical indications beyond benign prostatic hyperplasia, and notes unresolved claims about their potential role in SARS-CoV-2.
December 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This article discusses the potential benefits of Surbhi Green Tea Shampoo, including hair strengthening and increased growth, but presents no new experimental evidence supporting these claims.
October 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source describes Protetox as a natural dietary supplement that aids in weight loss by detoxifying the body, utilizing a blend of plant-based ingredients and antioxidants, and claims users have reported significant weight loss without changing their diet or exercise routines.
This review discusses the potential benefits of the Restolin Hair Supplement for hair growth and reports no clinical results, with the authors noting that the claims are not supported by FDA approval or clinical trials.
August 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that tight junctions extend to the most superficial layer of the stratum granulosum in human skin, challenging previous claims of their limited presence in the epidermis.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This book critiques Dr. Conroy's theory on Morgellon's disease, highlighting a lack of scientific evidence and detailing his unverified claims about fungal organisms attracted to cocaine.
This case study details a 26-year-old male with depilating folliculitis, emphasizing its higher prevalence in warmer climates and showing good treatment response.
January 2009 in “Folia Pharmacologica Japonica” This review discusses current treatments for male androgenic alopecia, focusing on finasteride and minoxidil, and highlights the need for evidence-based information amidst widespread unverified claims.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study reviews classical Ayurvedic texts and modern research on Amalaki, finding significant benefits for lipid profiles, blood glucose, and inflammation in clinical trials, while also suggesting potential benefits for liver, hair, skin, eyes, cognition, and respiratory health based on preclinical data and traditional claims.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This study reports a case of dermatophytosis, a zoonotic fungal infection, in an eleven-month-old spayed female dog, characterized by alopecia on the neck and ear, highlighting the condition's prevalence in hot, humid climates.
March 2007 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study found that Indian and Chinese black hair, with higher melanin content, resist photochemical degradation better than European hair, which has lower melanin levels, when exposed to dry, hot climates.
March 2012 in “Journal of Experimental Biology” This study challenges the idea that tarantulas produce silk from their feet to steady themselves during falls, suggesting instead that the hairs on their feet are chemosensors secreting lymph, not silk.
November 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that numerous long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 were significantly associated with age and gender, while race, income, and education had limited significance.
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November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, oral dutasteride treatment for at least 12 months was associated with either stabilization or improvement of male-pattern hair loss in the majority of patients.
February 2025 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study observed an increased risk of alopecia areata among new users of GLP-1 agonists semaglutide and liraglutide compared to users of bupropion-naltrexone, highlighting potential hair loss concerns with these medications.
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January 2022 in “Emerging infectious diseases” This study found that compared to influenza patients, COVID-19 patients had fewer complications overall, but exceptions with higher risks were seen in hair loss, heart failure, mood disorder, and dementia.
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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.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Periodontitis may increase the risk of developing alopecia areata.
January 2011 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review examines challenges in managing hair loss in women, emphasizing the complexity of diagnosis, treatment options like antiandrogens and minoxidil, and the need for long-term management, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2007 in “Inpharma Weekly” Dutasteride is more effective for male pattern baldness than finasteride, and black cohosh extract BNO 1055 is as effective as conjugated estrogens in treating postmenopausal symptoms, with added benefits in reducing sweating and mental symptoms.
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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.
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January 2019 in “Science China Life Sciences” Chitosan/LiCl composite scaffolds help heal deep skin wounds better.
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August 2022 in “Journal of clinical sleep medicine” This study found that transgender or gender-nonconforming youth experience higher odds of sleep disorders compared to cisgender peers, but gender-affirming therapy may reduce these odds.
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May 2024 in “Journal of Medical Virology” This study found that SARS-CoV-2 infection was associated with an increased long-term risk of developing alopecia areata in a large bi-national cohort from South Korea and Japan.
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September 2023 in “JAMA Dermatology” This study reviewed treatment patterns for adults with alopecia areata in the US from 2015 to 2020, revealing that corticosteroids were the most common treatment, yet over two-thirds of patients were not receiving any treatment a year after diagnosis.