February 2019 in “Americanae (AECID Library)” This study describes cases of diffuse alopecia and thyroid alterations in sheep, linking selenium and zinc deficiencies to decreased serum T3 and T4 concentrations and related skin conditions.
January 2018 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers validated a software-based method that quantitatively assesses the effectiveness of treatments for hair loss by calculating the area of hair loss using contrast in standardized photographs, proving effective for both early and advanced cases of androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
This dissertation found that finasteride reduced prostate volume by 6.3% and total serum PSA by 10.51% in young patients over one year.
January 2016 in “Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)” This study aims to develop three topical formulations of finasteride to reduce its side effects for treating androgenic alopecia.
January 2015 in “Lume (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul)” This literature review addresses generalized juvenile demodicosis in dogs, describing a case in a 10-month-old Dachshund where corticosteroid treatment worsened the condition, leading to severe pyoderma, intense itching, and widespread hair loss; it reports no new clinical findings.
January 2012 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a dietary supplement improved hair strength and shine in participants with hair damage from breakage.
This study found that finasteride treatment in adult hamsters led to significant testicular alterations and reduced spermatogenesis compared to untreated controls.
January 2008 in “Projeto: revista mensal de arquitetura” This article reviews the cutaneous reactions associated with targeted cancer therapies and highlights the importance of dermatologists recognizing these reactions to provide effective care but reports no clinical results.
January 2008 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” This study found that the gene for the enzyme aromatase is expressed in scalp hair follicles of women and is negatively correlated with LH levels, potentially reflecting the hormonal environment of hair follicles in PCOS.
December 2020 in “ID on line. Revista de psicologia” This integrative literature review concluded that using low-power laser combined with essential oils is effective in treating male androgenetic alopecia, promoting the growth of new hair after just a few sessions.
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July 2023 in “Nutrients” This article reviews evidence suggesting that vitamin D may help manage Hashimoto’s thyroiditis by affecting immune pathways and improving thyroid function, though more research is needed to fully understand its therapeutic potential.
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March 2022 in “Molecules” This study found that methyl jasmonate can induce tanshinone biosynthesis in S. miltiorrhiza by affecting the expression of the SmMEC gene, as supported by RT-PCR and transcriptomic data.
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July 2014 in “Acta Crystallographica Section D-biological Crystallography” This study reports that mutations in human L-PGDS affect the entrance and exit of ligands in its binding cavity, suggesting these residues play a role in ligand interaction processes.
April 2025 in “Antioxidants” In this study, the researchers found that the water-soluble fraction of Rhus semialata gall extract and its component Penta-O-Galloyl-β-D-Glucose promoted hair growth in human dermal papilla cells, and clinical trials supported these findings, showing improved hair density and appearance compared to placebo.
March 2023 in “Здобутки клінічної і експериментальної медицини” This study found that in adolescents with excess weight and obesity, vitamin D levels are inversely correlated with leptin and positively correlated with adiponectin, influencing metabolic exchange criteria.
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May 2004 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study observed that allergic dermatoses were the most common skin conditions among children treated at a dermatology clinic in Recife, Brazil.
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May 2021 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Científico” This review discusses various treatment options for androgenic alopecia, noting finasteride's greater efficacy in men and identifies ongoing research needs, particularly for therapies like laser and stem cells.
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December 2017 in “Hygeia - Revista Brasileira de Geografia Médica e da Saúde” This study discusses potential connections between geography, stress, and alopecia areata, suggesting that stress is a key factor influencing the condition, alongside geographic factors.
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January 2016 in “Recenti Progressi in Medicina” This article discusses the limitations of relying on literature and regulatory documents for pharmaceutical evidence, proposing public health decisions be based on independent trials like those by the Mario Negri Institute.
August 2026 in “Asclepius International Journal of Scientific Health Science” In this systematic review, dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride for hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia, but the comparative magnitude of this effect is highly uncertain.
August 2026 in “LUMEN ET VIRTUS” This study review reports that alopecia areata is often associated with autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto thyroiditis, suggesting targeted thyroid screening based on symptoms and risk factors may improve detection while minimizing unnecessary tests.
March 2026 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This study reports that perioperative use of dutasteride, both orally and through mesotherapy, may enhance hair graft survival and reduce shock loss in patients undergoing hair transplantation for androgenetic alopecia.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Microneedling may help regrow eyebrow hair, but more research is needed.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Microneedling may help eyebrow hair growth, but more research is needed.
This study reviews existing literature on regenerative therapy for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting that integrating growth factors, biotin, D-pantenol, and other active ingredients using the Vittahair protocol may enhance hair follicle regeneration, increase hair density, and improve hair quality, providing a precise and evidence-based treatment alternative.
October 2025 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” In this study, researchers found significant neuropsychiatric complications from dengue infection, such as anxiety, depression, and even mania, during acute and recovery phases, linked to inflammatory responses and potential direct viral effects on the central nervous system.
October 2025 in “Saúde (Santa Maria)” This review reported that spironolactone, used off-label, is an effective and safe treatment option for adult women with acne, presenting fewer adverse reactions compared to common treatments like antimicrobials, which carry the risk of microbial resistance.
October 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” In this report, the author summarized activities from a six-month internship in community and hospital pharmacy settings, exploring topics like skin microbiome health implications and advancements in antiviral therapy for Hepatitis B and D, highlighting the pharmacist's role in patient care and innovative treatments.
This study reviewed the efficacy of hair intradermotherapy for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding that the technique, whether used alone or with other interventions, can increase hair density, reduce hair loss, and improve patient self-esteem, although professional supervision is recommended to minimize adverse effects.
November 2024 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218” In this study, a literature review concluded that minoxidil is safe and effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with few side effects, and highlighted the role of pharmacists in optimizing treatment by monitoring use and fostering adherence.