June 2017 in “Acta Scientiae Veterinariae” This case report documents a cat with necrolytic migratory erythema due to glucagonoma and diabetes mellitus, highlighting similarities to glucagonoma syndrome in humans.
March 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study evaluated a menthol-based microemulsion for transdermal delivery of finasteride and silodosin, finding that it enhanced skin permeation and flux compared to aqueous solutions, suggesting a promising method for managing benign prostatic hyperplasia.
March 2024 in “Intisari Sains Medis” This study highlights that juvenile SLE patients, particularly with lupus nephritis and critical conditions, may have a higher risk of thyroid dysfunction and low FT4, potentially worsening their prognosis.
January 2024 in “Oxford medical case reports” This case report details the first observed instance of congenital erythropoietic porphyria in Armenia, where standard treatments did not stop symptom progression in a 22-year-old man, prompting consideration of stem cell transplant.
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August 2011 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” This review summarizes recent advancements in steroidal 5α-reductase inhibitors for benign prostatic hyperplasia and reports no new clinical results.
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August 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This study found that dissecting folliculitis is more common than previously thought in Taiwan, with obesity possibly linked to higher severity of this condition, but smoking not associated.
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review discusses polycystic ovary syndrome treatments, focusing on the potential benefits and safety of herbs and phytochemicals, and reports no new clinical results.
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October 2013 in “The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine” In this study, fungal infections and seborrheic dermatitis were identified as the most common skin conditions among spinal cord injury patients referred to dermatology, impacting quality of life.
This review explores the management of facial hair in active-duty female military members, focusing on conditions like pseudofolliculitis barbae and hirsutism, and underscores the importance for healthcare practitioners to understand the psychosocial and medical aspects of these conditions in both military and civilian contexts.
This study reviews 10 herbal supplements, including Berberine and Cinnamon, as alternative treatments for PCOS, noting they are more accessible and affordable than conventional medications, especially in low-resource settings, though further clinical research is needed.
January 2025 in “Medical Research Archives” In this review, researchers reported that anorexia nervosa leads to widespread medical complications across all body systems, particularly at low body weights, and these complications are primarily treated through nutritional rehabilitation with a multidisciplinary team approach.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” This case study observed that a Unani medicine regimen significantly improved hair shedding and quality of life in a 24-year-old female with Telogen Effluvium following a febrile illness, showing potential effectiveness and safety in this context.
September 2023 in “Deleted Journal” This study, conducted at the Surgical Outpatient Clinics of the Medical Research Institute in Alexandria, Egypt, found that post-bariatric surgery patients commonly experienced gastrointestinal and dermatological issues, fatigue, impaired physical activity, and psychological conditions like anxiety within the first year after surgery.
August 2023 in “Natural Resources for Human Health” This paper offers a detailed overview of B vitamins, detailing their importance for energy, cognition, and metabolism, conditions leading to their deficiencies, symptoms of deficiencies, and the foods rich in these essential nutrients.
July 2023 in “AYUSHDHARA” This article examines the Ayurvedic perspective on the aging process, detailing how physical, emotional, and metabolic changes occur naturally over time, affecting various body systems, and highlights the role of Vayu dosha during the final stage of life, Vriddhavastha.
This article discusses conventional and alternative treatments for hair loss but presents no new findings, highlighting concerns about the unknown long-term effects of approved drugs.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” This article explores the role of ethno-medicinal plants in hair growth and loss treatments but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting Ayurveda's long-standing use in addressing hair-related issues.
January 2007 in “El Servicio de Difusión de la Creación Intelectual (National University of La Plata)” This study found that combining D-004 with finasteride results in more significant prevention of testosterone-induced prostate enlargement in rats compared to using either treatment alone.
78 citations
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November 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
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August 2014 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” This study found that composite skin constructs containing dermal papilla cells promoted better skin healing and hair regeneration in nude mice, highlighting their role in tissue-engineered skin for severe injuries.
29 citations
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December 2003 in “Teratology” This case report describes fetal malformations and placental abnormalities in a pregnant woman who applied minoxidil topically, suggesting potential risks of its use during pregnancy.
8 citations
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May 2017 in “Current traditional medicine” This review explores the phytochemistry and phytopharmacology of Urtica dioica but reports no new experimental findings, focusing on its traditional uses and range of bioactive constituents.
6 citations
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May 2022 in “Research and reports in urology” This study found that Caesalpinia bonduc seed extracts significantly reduced prostate weight and improved prostate tissue morphology in Wistar rats with testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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November 2023 in “Journal of Computer Science and Engineering (JCSE)” This study observed that using the Fisher score feature selection approach with capsule network models led to a promising 94% accuracy in diabetes detection, indicating its potential as a diagnostic tool.
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February 2021 in “Animal feed science and technology” This study found that puppies fed organic selenium had better retention of selenium compared to those fed inorganic selenium, with no significant difference in coat quality or hair growth.
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January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hormone therapy is safe and effective for transgender adults, but requires regular monitoring and mental health support.
This study suggests that 9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester from African Yam bean seeds may inhibit the human 5α-reductase II enzyme, potentially helping manage BPH, although further studies are needed.
February 2023 in “Global Journal of Reproductive Medicine” The authors discuss BPH treatment options and highlight that while medications can manage symptoms, recent minimally invasive procedures may offer promise for elderly males who are not surgical candidates or wish to avoid surgery.
December 2023 in “Intisari Sains Medis” This case report describes a 14-year-old female patient with both Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Diabetes Mellitus, highlighting the rarity of this combination and the importance of thorough evaluation to accurately diagnose and predict the clinical course of the disease.
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June 1997 in “Drugs & Aging” Mitoxantrone with a corticosteroid helps manage symptoms for some advanced prostate cancer patients but doesn't extend life.