In this letter, Dr. Mayer Brezis critiques a study on finasteride's mental health impact, arguing that its dismissal of links between the drug and depression or suicide is flawed; he suggests market withdrawal due to established neuropsychiatric risks.
January 2013 in “Вестник Томского государственного университета. История” This study suggests that the presence of vellus hairs and empty spaces in prepubertal scalps may reflect a natural resting phase of hair growth rather than indicating early androgenetic alopecia.
March 2018 in “European Urology Supplements” Patients follow treatment well, but many change medicines; good information helps compliance.
November 2017 in “Reactions Weekly” Testosterone undecanoate caused hair loss; finasteride improved it but caused stomach issues for one patient.
This abstract does not report results, instead, it explores the often personal and emotional experience of noticing hair loss, noting the lack of clear medical symptoms and the potential social impact, which can lead to confusion about seeking appropriate medical care.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This lecture summarizes current knowledge on robotic surgery, examining its advantages and limitations compared to traditional methods, and highlights the need for further research and training in the field.
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June 1999 in “Clinical Therapeutics” In this study, finasteride was found to reduce costs associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia compared to watchful waiting and terazosin, especially in men with higher prostate-specific antigen levels.
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April 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study reports that patients with alopecia areata in the US incur significantly higher healthcare utilization and expenses, primarily driven by ambulatory and pharmacy costs, compared to matched controls.
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July 2020 in “Journal of cancer survivorship” This review discusses the unmet supportive care needs of men and women experiencing chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new results, urging healthcare providers to tailor interventions to individual patient needs.
This research highlighted that AI-assisted surgical robots could significantly enhance surgical precision and efficiency by analyzing patient data, making real-time decisions, and automating repetitive tasks, thus potentially improving patient safety and surgical outcomes.
December 2022 in “Journal of Skin and Stem Cell” This article discusses how Indian ergonomics or yoga asanas can help hair transplantation surgeons maintain physical and mental fitness, but it reports no new clinical outcomes.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This study developed an AI-driven method for classifying cells in Follicular Lymphoma cases, achieving a 63% F1-score, precision, and recall in distinguishing centroblasts from other cell types using whole slide images at x20 resolution.
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August 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study estimates the total cost of evaluating and treating polycystic ovary syndrome in reproductive-aged women in the United States to be $4.36 billion, suggesting more liberal screening could be beneficial.
December 2025 in “The American Journal of Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Research” This study suggests that integrating barber care with medical treatment improves scalp condition and psychological well-being in early stages of hair loss, by enhancing medication efficacy and reducing stress.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” This study found that pediatric traumatic brain injuries in Greater Vancouver were more common in areas with lower socioeconomic status, with significant associations between injury rates and lower educational attainment.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This analysis of England's National End of Life Care Intelligence Network reports that the initiative improved palliative care using national data, addressing disparities in care especially among the poorest patients and those from non-white ethnicities over 14 years.
September 2025 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” In this review, researchers explored the complex mechanisms behind chemotherapy-induced side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss, and discussed potential strategies using natural agents to manage these toxicities, improving understanding for targeted adjunct therapies.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development” This review discusses the cultivation techniques of Amla (Phyllanthus Emblica), highlighting its high vitamin C content and various health benefits, and emphasizes the importance of sustainable cultivation practices to meet increasing commercial demand.
September 2017 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study presents an economical and user-friendly training module using common materials and goat skin to teach the steps of the strip method for hair follicle harvesting and implantation.
January 2026 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” This study documented a case of Dipylidium caninum infection in a 4-month-old female dog, effectively treated with a deworming medication, resulting in significant improvement and no worms detected after five days. Routine deworming and maintaining hygienic conditions are recommended to prevent reinfection and transmission.
April 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This report from Tangle Teezer and TRI Princeton indicates that their Extra Gentle brush reduces hair breakage by up to 39%, offering a therapeutic experience for users with fragile scalps.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review presents ergonomic methods and devices for follicular unit excision surgery but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the importance of ergonomic practices for effective hair restoration procedures.
September 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study reviewed the burden of alopecia areata in the UAE, noting limited regional data on patient demographics and treatments but highlighting the approval and promising results of the Janus kinase inhibitor baricitinib for managing this condition.
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April 2017 in “BMJ open” This study found that people with alopecia who worry about not wearing a wig reported higher levels of depression, anxiety, and social anxiety, although wig use increased social confidence for many.
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November 2013 in “Journal of Pain and Symptom Management” This narrative review evaluates evidence that regional hypothermia can reduce oral, hair, eye, and nail complications from chemotherapy, but highlights the need for more research to address study limitations.
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November 2013 in “The Open Cancer Journal” This observational study provides cause-specific mortality estimates to help patients and physicians better understand long-term outcomes for localized prostate cancer based on initial treatment choices.
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September 2006 in “European Urology Supplements” Combination therapy for BPH is cost-effective, especially for men with larger prostates.
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January 2018 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” This review discusses the challenges in diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome and highlights the need for an integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare model tailored to the diverse needs of women with PCOS; it reports no new clinical findings.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study analyzed trends in consumer and physician interest in nonsurgical hair loss therapies, finding that internet searches for treatments like minoxidil and low-level laser therapy increased over time, influenced by regulations and social media.
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July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” This study found that US adolescents with alopecia areata, especially those with alopecia totalis or universalis, experience significantly higher healthcare costs and resource use compared to matched controls.