February 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This consensus provides a framework for standardized diagnosis and treatment of alopecia areata in the Asia Pacific region, recommending specific therapies based on age and disease severity.
January 2026 in “Derecho y cambio social.” This narrative review found that fragrances and isothiazolinone preservatives in deodorants are key contributors to skin sensitization, while magnesium hydroxide shows promise as a less irritating alternative for managing body odor without blocking sweat ducts.
January 2026 in “MitraMas Jurnal Pengabdian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat” This study found that educational interventions at SMK Farmasi Penabur, Jakarta, significantly improved students' knowledge about proper hair care practices, with a notable increase in the percentage of participants with very high knowledge levels after the program.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Reproductive Health” Educational efforts can reduce harmful chemical exposure from hair products in pregnant Women of Color.
January 2026 in “Archivio istituzionale della ricerca (Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna)” This study observed that baricitinib led to significant hair regrowth and improved psychological well-being in severe alopecia areata patients over 48 weeks, with 63.2% achieving a SALT score of ≤20.
January 2026 in “Food and Feed Research” This review highlights the traditional medicinal uses, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological properties of Musa paradisiaca, noting its applications in treating diarrhea and other conditions, and identifying key bioactive compounds with antimicrobial, antioxidant, and other bioactivities through in vitro and in vivo studies.
January 2026 in “Open Science Framework” This scoping review aims to map current knowledge about treatment strategies for alopecia caused by VPA (valproic acid) across various patient groups, identifying reported management strategies, supporting evidence, observed outcomes, and areas needing further research, but results are not provided.
October 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Research and Animal Science” The researchers reported a case of a neotropical porcupine co-infected with Brazilian porcupine poxvirus and Toxoplasma gondii, suggesting the need for further investigation into the impact of this interaction.
In this study, researchers in Baghdad, Iraq found that men with hair loss had higher body fat mass and haematocrit values, and lower blood pressure compared to men without hair loss, suggesting potential links between metabolic and hematologic changes and baldness.
February 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This article reviews acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, a neurological condition with demyelination of the central nervous system, and reports no new clinical findings; diagnosis is made by exclusion.
December 2024 in “Caderno Pedagógico” This review found limited scientific evidence on the importance of scalp health for successful hair transplants, with most care recommendations based on surgeons' opinions.
December 2024 in “Journal of Coloproctology” This study presents a case of a 67-year-old immunocompromised woman with ulcerated genital and perianal lesions diagnosed as herpesvirus-induced dermatovirosis, highlighting the importance of considering viral infections in differential diagnoses and the potential for resistance to typical antiviral treatments.
This systematic review reports positive outcomes for platelet-rich plasma in aesthetic dermatology applications like skin rejuvenation, hair restoration, wound healing, and fat grafting, but highlights the need for standardized protocols in future research.
This study found that stem cell therapy before follicular unit extraction may improve hair restoration outcomes on scarred scalp tissue.
In this case study, a 19-year-old woman with Henoch-Schönlein purpura, potentially triggered by hepatitis B vaccination, experienced improved symptoms after correcting low vitamin D levels and undergoing tonsillectomy, demonstrating these interventions may benefit similar patients.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in reproductive health” This study explored how an educational intervention on reducing phthalate exposure through hair care product choices influenced the hair care practices of pregnant women of color, identifying key life stages and themes related to these practices, including cultural influences, product impacts, and individual autonomy.
March 2024 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology” This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of HASHA, a new hyaluronic acid injectable, for chin augmentation in adults with chin retrusion. HASHA significantly improved chin appearance and satisfaction over 12 months compared to controls, with only mild or moderate transient adverse events.
January 2024 in “Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this study on dogs with yeast imbalances and dermatological signs, a protocol using chlorhexidine and Ophytrium products significantly reduced Malassezia pachydermatis counts and improved pruritus and irritation scores over 21 days, earning positive assessments from veterinarians and owners in most cases.
This review discusses the potential effectiveness and regenerative promise of Platelet-Rich Plasma in treating cicatricial alopecia, while emphasizing the need for standardized research methods and further studies.
November 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” This survey reported that Americans often view hair loss as affecting their attractiveness and consider hair transplantation a valuable option, with women willing to pay more than men despite being less likely to undergo the procedure.
October 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair loss may improve patients' quality of life.
June 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study introduces the PRECISE scale, a quantitative tool to classify androgenetic alopecia, aiming to improve planning and outcomes for hair transplantation surgeries by evaluating the whole hairless and thinning areas.
April 2023 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Estrogen may help improve COVID-19 outcomes, especially in women.
This review outlines common dermatological disorders in transgender patients related to hormone therapy and surgeries but presents no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the need for inclusive healthcare training.
October 2022 in “Amplla Editora eBooks” Tilapia skin helps heal skin injuries faster and cheaper.
October 2022 in “Medical Clinical Update Journal” This case report describes a 7.5-year-old girl with precocious puberty displaying significant secondary sexual development and advanced bone age, treated monthly with Leuprolide.
October 2022 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Médico” This narrative review discusses adverse effects associated with 5-ARI treatments for male-pattern baldness and benign prostate hyperplasia, including sexual health, neurological, endocrine, metabolic, and cardiovascular impacts, and emphasizes careful prescription assessment.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This report details a pediatric COVID-19 case with skin symptoms aligning with multisystem inflammatory syndrome.
August 2021 in “Acta medica Philippina” This case study highlights how trichoscopy helped differentiate between diffuse alopecia areata and trichotillomania in an 11-year-old girl, demonstrating its importance in distinguishing hair disorders with similar presentations.