19 citations
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September 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that for single biopsy specimens, transverse sections may be preferable for diagnosing noncicatricial alopecia, while vertical sections may be better for suspected lichen planopilaris.
19 citations
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January 2011 in “Clinics” This article reviews alopecia areata incognita, a rare condition mostly seen in young women, and discusses its similarities and differences with telogen effluvium; however, it reports no new clinical findings.
18 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” The paper suggests improving diagnosis and treatment of telogen effluvium but does not recommend a new classification system.
17 citations
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October 2015 in “Medicine and Pharmacy Reports” This article reviews current research on animal models for hair regrowth treatments and reports no new findings; it highlights the need for studies comparing therapy efficiency and long-term safety.
17 citations
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June 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review examines the interaction between hedgehog and Wnt/β-catenin signalling in hair follicles and basal cell carcinoma, linking Hh pathway inhibition to both tumor regression and alopecia.
17 citations
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December 2008 in “Dermatology” This study found that adding metformin to IPL therapy in women with PCOS significantly improved insulin sensitivity and reduced hirsutism compared to IPL therapy alone.
16 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” In this study, the researchers found that the choice of diagnostic criteria significantly affects the rate of PCOS diagnosis in adolescents.
16 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This review highlights that laser and light treatments could serve as safe and effective alternatives to current therapies for alopecia areata, with the excimer laser showing positive results, though further randomized controlled trials are necessary to establish optimal treatment protocols.
16 citations
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April 2015 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” In this study, the researchers found that the effectiveness of a 1,550-nm fractional laser in promoting hair growth in mice depends on the specific combination of beam energy and density, with inappropriate settings potentially causing ulcers or hair follicle injury.
16 citations
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December 2012 in “The Clinical Journal of Pain” This study found that trichodynia is associated with both peripheral and central sensitization, potentially linked to hair cycle abnormalities and chronic pain through proinflammatory agents.
15 citations
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May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews pharmacologic treatments for pattern hair loss and emphasizes integrating them with surgical and nonmedical options, but it does not present new clinical findings.
14 citations
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review article summarizes the potential role of advanced medical therapies—using genes, cells, and/or tissue engineering—in treating various types of alopecia, by examining clinical research, basic studies, and ongoing trials.
14 citations
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September 2020 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This study found that a hair serum containing amla extract, freeze-dried coconut water, and selenium significantly improved hair growth rate, density, and reduced hair fall among healthy volunteers over 90 days.
14 citations
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April 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Health” This review highlights current treatment options for frontal fibrosing alopecia, noting that 5-α-reductase inhibitors, intralesional steroids, and hydroxychloroquine have the highest evidence of effectiveness, while other therapies show variable results and need further research.
14 citations
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February 2017 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This case report described a 12-year-old girl initially misdiagnosed with alopecia areata who showed improvement in trichotillomania symptoms after treatment with psychotropic drugs and N-acetylcysteine, highlighting the need for more research to develop standardized treatment guidelines for this chronic condition.
14 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, intradermal injections of QR678 were found to significantly reduce hair fall in men with androgenetic alopecia over 6 months, with superior improvements in hair density and thickness compared to PRP.
14 citations
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April 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This review discusses therapeutic options for androgenetic alopecia, noting that while antiandrogen treatments prevent further hair loss and promote some regrowth, dramatic results are rare.
13 citations
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January 2024 in “Cureus” This study reviewed the physiological and psychological impacts of acne vulgaris, highlighting its complex interactions with endocrine issues, sebum production, and immune response, while suggesting that a multidisciplinary approach can inform future treatments and improve quality of life for those affected.
13 citations
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February 2016 in “Clinical Medicine” This article discusses various types of alopecia relevant to hospital medicine and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for accurate diagnosis and understanding of associated psychological impacts.
13 citations
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September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review describes the dermatological uses of the contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate for conditions linked to high androgen levels and reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses the use of electromagnetic radiation, including low-level laser therapy, for hair loss management, but it reports no new clinical results and suggests further research.
12 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review discusses the range and management of adverse cutaneous reactions to psychotropic medications and emphasizes the need for awareness among clinicians, concluding with a call for careful monitoring and patient education.
12 citations
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” This study found that human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUCB-MSCs) significantly prevented hair loss induced by dexamethasone in a mouse model and enhanced cell proliferation in human hair follicle cells, suggesting a protective effect against stress-related hair loss.
12 citations
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May 2017 in “Medicine” This article provides an overview of acne vulgaris, discussing its causes, presentation, and psychosocial impact, but it reports no new research findings or clinical results.
11 citations
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December 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This systematic review suggests that topical ketoconazole may improve hair regrowth and thickness in both animal and human studies for androgenetic alopecia, but further randomized controlled trials are needed.
11 citations
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January 2009 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” In this case report, a 37-year-old man with discoid lupus erythematosus experienced around 80% hair regrowth after treatment with a combination of oral and topical therapies.
11 citations
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February 2008 in “British journal of nursing” This article reviews idiopathic hirsutism, focusing on its definition, diagnosis, causes, and treatment options, without presenting new clinical findings.
11 citations
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January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” This article discusses cultural significance and psychological effects of hair growth variations but provides no new clinical findings.
11 citations
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December 2014 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” This article presents a systematic approach for obstetricians/gynecologists to diagnose and manage common types of nonscarring hair loss in women, reporting no new clinical results.
11 citations
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May 2003 in “Obstetrics and gynecology (New York. 1953. Online)/Obstetrics and gynecology” This review explores the evaluation and treatment of hirsutism, emphasizing a systematic approach to uncovering its causes and recommending combination therapies for effective management, but presents no new results.