13 citations
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October 2010 in “Pharmacogenomics” This study constructed a panel of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic genes, revealing that current SNP chips insufficiently capture many drug-response gene variants, highlighting the need for complementary genetic approaches.
10 citations
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August 2020 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery” This minireview discusses the mechanisms of facial aging, examines current literature, and proposes filler injection protocols, but it reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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November 2018 in “Nature Biotechnology” Drugmakers are optimistic about targeting the Wnt pathway for new treatments despite past challenges.
9 citations
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June 2018 in “Scientific Reports” This study reported that patients with alopecia areata or alopecia totalis/universalis have a slightly increased overall cancer risk compared to controls, with specific increases in thyroid, bladder, and prostate cancers depending on the alopecia type.
9 citations
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September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study identified a new subtype of lichen planopilaris that mimics androgenetic alopecia, selectively affecting vellus hair follicles and presenting unique histopathological features.
9 citations
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February 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This letter provides no study results about minoxidil 3% lotion for beard enhancement but instead shares author and affiliation details for the published research.
9 citations
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February 2012 in “Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology” The combination of gemcitabine and vinorelbine is effective and safe for treating elderly patients with advanced breast cancer previously treated with anthracyclines and taxanes.
8 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that alopecia areata patients experience significant psychosocial issues, with a high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and impaired quality of life across symptoms, functioning, and emotions.
6 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries” This study found that premature greying of hair was reported in 42.5% of young adults from King Faisal University, with higher prevalence among females, and noted associations with various health and lifestyle factors.
6 citations
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March 2015 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This study suggests that using both finasteride and dutasteride may increase the risk of acute coronary syndrome in patients with benign prostate hyperplasia.
4 citations
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February 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplant surgery successfully restored a woman's pubic hair, improving her appearance and satisfaction.
4 citations
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April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The document suggests fixing common hair transplant issues by combining artistic principles with plug reduction, recycling, and additional micrograft transplantation, while also potentially using arnica to help with post-operative swelling.
3 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapy with QR 678 Neo and 5% Minoxidil is most effective for male hair loss.
3 citations
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February 2020 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Most women with hair loss take more supplements than average, but these often don't help and can be risky and costly.
3 citations
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” This article discusses autoimmune-associated alopecia areata, highlighting its psychological and social impact, but reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “BMC Cancer” This meta-analysis suggests that any pattern of male baldness may be associated with a decreased risk of testicular cancer, with stage II hair loss providing the strongest protective effect.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy” This study confirms known risks of cladribine and reveals potential new safety concerns, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring for early acute toxicity.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “KnE medicine” This study demonstrated that a nanoemulsion hair tonic containing 7% candlenut oil accelerated hair growth more effectively in Mus musculus than both lower concentrations and a commercial ginseng tonic.
1 citations
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October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” Nutricosmetics with active ingredients can help with hair loss and improve hair growth.
1 citations
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and patients need emotional support and self-acceptance.
May 2026 in “Malahayati Nursing Journal” In this single-case study, a 36-year-old woman with skin aging issues experienced improvements such as reduced wrinkles, fresher appearance, enhanced hair and lip health, and increased menstrual blood flow after six facial acupuncture sessions aimed at addressing Lung Yin and Blood Deficiency.
December 2025 in “JURNAL ILMU KEDOKTERAN DAN KESEHATAN” This study reported that a 29-year-old woman with telogen effluvium experienced improved hair growth and reduced hair loss through 12 sessions of plum blossom acupuncture combined with electroacupuncture, as evidenced by new hair growth, improved hair-pull test results, and decreased telogen phase hair percentage.
December 2025 in “Cureus” This article discusses topical keratolytic therapy for keratosis pilaris, highlighting potential benefits while noting limitations in the current evidence base, and reports no clinical results.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study evaluated the treatment of dandruff in a 19-year-old female using Tankan Bhasma mixed with coconut oil twice weekly, finding it effective and safe in reducing symptoms and improving scalp health.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Biomedicine” In this review, researchers explored the potential of topical finasteride as an innovative treatment for male pattern hair loss, addressing the limitations of oral finasteride, such as side effects and inconsistent effectiveness.
August 2023 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” In this thesis, the authors concluded that various lifestyle factors such as poor dietary habits, stress, and inadequate hair care habits contribute significantly to hair fall, or Khalitya, highlighting the role of lifestyle changes in mitigating hair loss.
December 2022 in “Journal of complementary medicine & alternative healthcare” This case report describes significant improvement in adolescent alopecia with a 10-month regimen of traditional Chinese medicine, including oral and external treatments.
June 2021 in “Current Biochemistry” This study determined that a 6.25% concentration of propolis effectively inhibits the growth of dandruff-causing bacteria, with effectiveness values of 223.52% and 99.59% compared to ketoconazole and another propolis extract, respectively.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
This study found that isolated human scalp hair follicles express PGE2 genes and EP2 protein, suggesting PGE2 may play a crucial role in regulating hair growth.