3 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article addresses the mechanisms of androgenic alopecia and seeks to clarify misconceptions, but it reports no new empirical findings and calls for further controlled studies.
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March 2018 in “Journal Für Ästhetische Chirurgie” The Journal für Ästhetische Chirurgie expanded its board to improve collaboration and knowledge in aesthetic surgery.
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November 1999 in “Hautarzt” Finasteride is not expected to be effective for treating Acne vulgaris.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Oncology” This study found that Si extract, cryptomeridiol, and SiAgNPs have the ability to induce cell death and prevent cell growth in HepG2 liver cancer cells, suggesting cryptomeridiol's potential as a phytochemical component in developing new therapies for hepatocellular carcinoma using nanotechnology in vitro.
December 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This discussion highlights the evolving clinical spectrum of lichen planopilaris, noting atypical features and presentations in younger males that suggest potential different pathomechanisms from previously recognized variants.
November 2019 in “Monatsschrift Kinderheilkunde” The document concludes that pediatricians play a vital role in supporting adolescents through puberty and should enhance their competence in this area.
November 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that a woman has both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Simplex Chronicus, a previously unreported combination of conditions.
Early balding may be a sign of future prostate problems.
Men with early balding may have a higher risk of prostate issues, and surgery for prostate cancer has a slight survival benefit over radiation.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, bovine milk-derived oligosaccharides were found to increase sebocyte proliferation, lipid content, and inflammatory mediator synthesis through the mTORC1 pathway, potentially contributing to milk-based inflammation in sebocytes.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that a single dose of TRP significantly reduced the number of UV-B-induced actinic keratosis lesions in a mouse model and was associated with improved skin histology and minimal side effects.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that a 3D culture model of hair follicle cells showed an anagen-like phase between days 3 to 6 and transitioned to a catagen-like phase by day 7, highlighting cell differentiation and structural development over time.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This case study reports that a heterozygous missense GJA1 mutation, p.Gly138Ser, in a 2-year-old boy with oculodentodigital syndrome primarily resulted in syndactyly, fifth finger hypoplasia, and hypotrichosis, without neurological or craniofacial abnormalities.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that anagen hair follicles can quickly regenerate after radiation damage by forming new progenitor cells outside the bulge, bypassing the need for telogen entry.
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June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article reviews recent hair restoration techniques evaluated in case studies at WHS/ISHRS workshops but reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further research with larger study groups.
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March 2018 in “PloS one” This study found that among men over 70, certain genetic variants associated with skin pigmentation affect serum PSA levels, with implications for how sun sensitivity and exposure may influence prostate cancer risk.
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September 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This case report describes the first observed association between alopecia areata and Kawasaki disease in a 10-year-old boy, suggesting a possible link that merits further investigation.
October 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study describes a case where a patient with Vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms achieved increased serum B12 levels and symptom relief through treatment with Amyron syrup and Amlycure DS capsules, rather than traditional B12 supplements.
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April 2002 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” This study describes the first case of female pseudohermaphroditism due to a novel homozygous glucocorticoid receptor gene mutation, indicating possible pre- and postnatal virilization in affected females.
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June 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this phase 2 study, baricitinib at 2 mg and 4 mg doses significantly improved hair regrowth in adults with alopecia areata and ≥50% scalp hair loss compared to placebo, without new safety concerns, although the small sample size limits the results' generalizability.
27 citations
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April 2017 in “European journal of endocrinology” This retrospective study found that serum hormone levels and MRI detection of ovarian nodules contributed to distinguishing virilizing ovarian tumors from ovarian stromal hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women, though histopathology remains crucial for diagnosis.
15 citations
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March 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This review discusses post-finasteride syndrome, characterized by persistent symptoms despite discontinuation, and concludes that its existence cannot be confirmed; individualized assessment is advisable for those with a history of depression, sexual dysfunction, or infertility.
11 citations
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November 2021 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This guideline reviews the diagnosis and treatment of malignant cutaneous angiosarcomas, highlighting the complexity of treatment and the importance of early detection despite non-specific clinical presentations.
11 citations
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May 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This case report describes a patient with secondary syphilis exhibiting distinct dermoscopic features, including moth-eaten alopecia and an erythematous background more pronounced than previously reported.
10 citations
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December 2005 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” This study reported that after 7.5 months of treatment, topical Alfatradiol significantly increased anagen hair rates in women and men with androgenetic alopecia, with minimal side effects.
8 citations
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May 2021 in “Bioengineering & translational medicine” This review examines the challenges of hair follicle regeneration and outlines strategies for bioengineering human hair follicle models, without presenting new experimental results.
8 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this study, long-term normalization of testosterone levels in postmenopausal women with hyperandrogenism did not improve body mass index, glucose, or lipid metabolism.
4 citations
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May 2002 in “Therapeutische Umschau” AGA treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplantation.
4 citations
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January 2009 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study observed that good surgical outcomes for secondary cicatricial alopecia were achieved in 18 patients, with method selection influenced by the size, location, and shape of alopecia.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study reports anagen hair loss four weeks after scalp surgeries, likely due to transient ischemia, and emphasizes the importance of informing patients about potential hair loss and recovery within three months.