8 citations
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June 1979 in “JAMA” This article discussed the ineffectiveness and dangers of implanting synthetic hair fibers for pattern baldness, noting they can cause severe infections, yet such clinics remain operational.
7 citations
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January 2010 in “Research journal of pharmaceutical, biological and chemical sciences” This review discusses conventional and alternative hair loss treatments, such as Minoxidil and herbal remedies, noting their effectiveness and concerns over side effects but reports no new clinical results.
6 citations
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October 2022 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine” This case study observed complete remission of folliculitis decalvans in a 24-year-old male after treatment with Ayurveda medicine and leech therapy, with sustained improvement over 33 months, suggesting potential effectiveness compared to other treatments.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” In this study, fermented herbal extracts promoted hair growth and activated Wnt signaling more effectively than nonfermented extracts in mice, suggesting potential benefits for hair regrowth.
6 citations
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June 2000 in “Psychiatric Services” This article discusses the sexual health issues faced by postmenopausal women and highlights the need for more research and tailored treatments, but it reports no new clinical results.
5 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study evaluated eight JAK inhibitor regimens for alopecia areata and provided high-quality evidence on their comparative effectiveness, which can aid clinicians in decision-making and inform medical practice guidelines.
5 citations
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July 2024 in “Journal of Market Access & Health Policy” This paper discusses the introduction and advantages of an Insurance-Based Billing Model for scalp cooling devices in the USA, which can enhance access to this treatment for reducing chemotherapy-induced alopecia, particularly benefiting underserved and disadvantaged populations.
5 citations
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September 2016 in “Security science and technology” DNA can predict physical traits like eye and hair color accurately, especially in Europeans, but predicting other traits and in diverse populations needs more research.
5 citations
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July 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” This article reviews the limitations in current research on photobiomodulation for hair regrowth and suggests that optimal wavelengths and dosing have not yet been identified, noting that recommending these devices may be premature.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology” In this case study, a female patient with folliculitis decalvans experienced hair re-growth and relief from symptoms like pain and burning after undergoing autologous fat transplantation, suggesting beneficial effects from stem cell therapy assisted by the inflammatory action of transplanted fat.
4 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review highlights current and future AI applications in hair restoration and diagnosis of hair disorders, including automated systems for hair detection and self-diagnosis, emphasizing the need for experts to understand their benefits and limitations.
4 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that Facebook hair loss treatment content is primarily advertisement-driven and seldom supported by medical evidence, with user engagement being generally low for evidence-based posts.
4 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that hidradenitis suppurativa encounters most commonly occur with family or internal medicine providers, with frequent opiate prescriptions and low use of nonantibiotic systemic treatments.
4 citations
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January 2020 in “Genes” This study found that genetic variation in the KRTAP21-2 gene among crossbred Merino lambs was associated with differences in wool traits, particularly mean staple length.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Obstetrics & gynecology science” This case study reported that a 51-year-old woman with hirsutism and voice thickening had a Leydig cell tumor detected by PET-CT, which normalized hormone levels and resolved symptoms after surgical removal.
4 citations
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August 2011 in “The Lancet Oncology” Off-label drug use can be risky and requires careful consideration to ensure patient safety.
4 citations
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January 2010 Only finasteride and minoxidil are FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss.
3 citations
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March 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some people with primary cicatricial alopecia also have inflammatory bowel disease, suggesting a possible connection.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified known and potential novel adverse events, such as squamous cell carcinoma and dehydration, for vismodegib, underlining the importance of monitoring especially in the first two months of treatment.
3 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” This presentation highlighted future directions in acne care, emphasizing the roles of topical and oral antibiotics, as well as skin microbiome studies. It also described how clascoterone targets androgen receptors in hair follicles and sebaceous glands to reduce sebum production.
3 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners” This review evaluates six primary studies on androgenetic alopecia treatments and suggests topical minoxidil or finasteride as first-line options, recommending further research into treatments and practice guidelines.
3 citations
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June 2005 in “Ophthalmology Clinics of North America” Follicular unit transplantation treats hair loss and restores eyebrows with short recovery and natural results.
2 citations
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October 2020 in “Research Journal of Health Sciences” This study documented that discoid lupus erythematosus was the most common cause of alopecia among patients at a dermatology outpatient clinic in Nigeria from 2014 to 2019.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Stem cell research & therapy” This study found that a large number of pelage hair follicle mesenchymal stem cells can be efficiently isolated using two-step Ficoll Density Gradient Sedimentation, promoting hair growth by secreting exosomes in mice.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Applied clinical research, clinical trials and regulatory affairs” This review discusses the regulations and clinical safety aspects of hair care cosmetics, highlighting the FDA's recommendation to evaluate these products for allergic reactions, avoid contamination, and include antimicrobial agents to ensure consumer safety, with ongoing monitoring through consumer feedback.
2 citations
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March 2026 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that JAK inhibitors used to treat alopecia areata have varied safety profiles, with different adverse events associated with each drug; tofacitinib and ruxolitinib had earlier onset of events, while baricitinib and ritlecitinib showed distinct delayed patterns.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, analysis of FDA data revealed a substantial risk of dermatologic adverse events with aromatase inhibitors, especially anastrozole and exemestane, highlighting the importance of dermatologic monitoring during such therapies.
2 citations
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August 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses educational activities for dermatologists on diagnosing and managing different types of hair loss and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes improving clinical skills for alopecia treatment.
2 citations
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January 2021 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Internal Medicine” This study outlines the temporary or sometimes permanent hair loss caused by cancer treatments, noting it often starts 2-3 weeks after chemotherapy and highlights the need for more research into prevention and treatment strategies for therapy-related alopecia.
2 citations
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November 2020 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article highlights online claims about exosomes as a promising hair loss treatment but reports no clinical results; it calls attention to the need for critical evaluation and further research.