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January 2002 in “Journal of biomedical optics” This study found that commercially available dyes penetrate up to 1.2 mm into human skin, with Indocyanine Green binding to cell proteins and showing a shift in absorption peak.
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July 2023 in “Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry” June 2025 in “Formosa Journal of Sustainable Research” In this study, the NADES extract of mangkokan leaves (Polyscias scutellaria) demonstrated antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, with a total flavonoid content measured at 4.944 mgEQ/gSimplisia using the disc diffusion method.
April 2025 in “Journal of Biophotonics” This study found that 808 nm laser photobiomodulation altered mitochondrial respiration and enhanced osteogenic protein expression in human dental pulp stem cells, with the effects being dose-specific and more pronounced at 15 J/cm².
June 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” This literature review reports that certain herbal remedies, such as rosemary, green tea, and ginseng, have shown promise in promoting hair growth and improving hair density, though variability and study design limitations highlight the need for more rigorous research.
Botulinum toxin injections can reduce hair loss and stimulate new hair growth in some men with male pattern baldness.
Botulinum toxin-A injections in the scalp can reduce hair loss and promote new hair growth in men with certain types of baldness.
Botulinum toxin-A may increase hair growth and reduce hair loss in men with baldness, and injecting near blood vessels can improve pain relief and last longer.
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March 2018 in “American Journal Of Pathology” In this study, it was observed that NIPAL4 mutations linked to autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis lead to abnormal skin barrier function due to cytotoxic effects disrupting lipid structure and organization, which topical treatments only partially ameliorated.
August 2024 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This study reported that topical ω‐0‐acylceramide improved skin barrier function in Jack Russell Terriers with TGM1-deficient autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis, normalizing skin pH and reducing transepidermal water loss.
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July 2014 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Dermoscopy helped diagnose discoid lupus erythematosus in two patients without needing skin biopsies.
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This review discusses the regenerative potential of hair follicle stem cell populations and current approaches to reconstructing folliculogenesis for alopecia therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
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May 1997 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Vitiligo is not linked to coeliac disease, but a small number of alopecia areata patients may have it, suggesting they should be tested for coeliac disease.
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February 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that dermal papilla cells from balding scalp follicles secrete significantly less insulin-like growth factor-1 and its binding proteins, suggesting a mechanism contributing to male pattern baldness.
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July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Terbinafine can cause hair loss.
September 2018 in “Cosmetics” This study found that anisotropic osmolyte solutions may improve hair follicle turnover and condition in both in vitro and in silico models, as well as in human volunteers with hair disorders.
July 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
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May 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that patients with alopecia perceive their hair loss as more severe than dermatologists do, and their own ratings of hair loss severity better reflect their quality of life impacts.
June 2026 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” This source redefines anti-aging medicine as "precision healthspan pharmacology," suggesting that rather than just treating diseases or accepting aging, pharmacology should focus on expanding functional capacity across various health domains, while emphasizing the importance of fundamental physiological and psychosocial health factors.
May 2025 in “Journal of research in pharmaceutical science.” In this study, researchers developed and tested a herbal hair serum using hibiscus, flaxseed, and aloe vera, finding that the optimal formulation effectively reduces frizz, enhances hair smoothness and glossiness, and provides moisturizing benefits without harmful ingredients compared to conventional hair serums.
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March 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that serum MIF levels were significantly higher in patients with extensive alopecia areata compared to those with mild alopecia areata and healthy individuals.
This case report highlights the diagnostic challenge of ANA-negative pediatric SLE in South Asia, emphasizing the need for comprehensive diagnostic criteria and clinical vigilance for early recognition and treatment.
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April 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that platelet-rich plasma can transiently inhibit bacterial growth in vitro against multidrug-resistant strains from diabetic foot infections, although its efficacy diminished over time and did not affect biofilm formation.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR) may be an effective alternative to tretinoin for anti-aging skin treatments, offering similar collagen production benefits without increased skin irritation.
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June 2002 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This review discusses current treatments and management strategies for hidradenitis suppurativa, noting the mixed effectiveness of various therapies, including surgery, antibiotics, and hormonal treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that FZD2 is crucial for hair follicle formation and postnatal growth in mice and has a novel role in regulating early epidermal development, including stratification and cornification.
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March 2018 in “BMJ case reports” This case report describes a 30-year-old bisexual African man with neurological symptoms, generalized wasting, and ophthalmological findings, but reports no new clinical research results.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Gynaecology Research” This study found that serum cystatin C levels may be elevated in adolescent females with PCOS, suggesting it could serve as a predictive marker for metabolic and cardiovascular issues independent of renal function.
November 2024 in “Malaysian Journal of Microbiology” In this study, researchers found varying levels of multiple autoantibody types among thyroid disorder patients, with 84.84% of those with immunological hypothyroidism reporting symptoms like weight gain and lethargy, whereas 81.81% of those with immune hyperthyroidism experienced hair loss.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports that in aged mice, hair follicle dermal stem cells exhibit diminished self-renewal and preferential differentiation into dermal sheath cells, contributing to age-related hair loss.