26 citations
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December 2011 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This review discusses major advances in understanding inherited hair diseases through genetic research and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the potential for new preventive and therapeutic tools.
24 citations
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September 2023 in “Science Advances” In this study, deleting the gene Mettl3 in mouse epidermal progenitors resulted in impaired epithelial development and self-renewal, highlighting m6A's crucial role in regulating chromatin modifiers and maintaining normal epithelial tissue function.
24 citations
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October 2017 in “Biomolecules” This review discusses the broader roles of angiogenic factors, like VEGFs and FGFs, beyond angiogenesis, highlighting their involvement in various biological and pathological processes.
24 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study suggests that TIP39 and its receptor PTH2R, identified in human epidermis, may play a role in keratinocyte function and influence skin differentiation.
20 citations
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December 2017 in “Cardiovascular diabetology” This study found that the DPP-4 inhibitor linagliptin slowed the progression of premature aging characteristics in klotho-/- mice, including improved body weight, cognitive function, and hair retention.
19 citations
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January 2013 in “Frontiers in Neuroanatomy” This study demonstrates a method using intravital imaging to observe sensory hair-cell development and regeneration in zebrafish, which may facilitate assays for drug discovery related to aural function preservation.
16 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” This study found that the retinol dehydrogenases SDR16C5 and SDR16C6 in mice play a crucial role in skin retinol dehydrogenase activity, affecting hair growth and gland functions without impacting survival.
16 citations
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March 2011 in “Pediatric diabetes” Metformin helps manage diabetes, PCOS, and weight in kids but needs more research for long-term safety.
15 citations
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September 2018 in “Indian Research Journal of Pharmacy and Science” This article reviews the historical and therapeutic aspects of aromatherapy, discussing its effects on psychological and physical well-being but providing no new clinical findings.
11 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that long-term use of a home-use LED device for neck skin rejuvenation significantly improved wrinkle appearance and skin biophysical parameters without affecting thyroid function or morphology after 16 weeks of daily use.
10 citations
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October 2018 in “Sexual medicine reviews” This review discusses sexual side effects in men with androgenic alopecia treated with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and reports no new clinical findings.
10 citations
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February 2007 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” This review discusses the early developmental origin of premature adrenarche and polycystic ovary syndrome and highlights potential utero-based mechanisms, reporting no new clinical findings.
10 citations
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June 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility” This article discusses the diverse symptoms and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing diligent management of its metabolic component, but reports no new findings.
9 citations
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April 2020 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” This case study highlights the significance of early diagnosis and treatment of Cushing's syndrome during pregnancy, as it is associated with severe maternal and fetal complications, including stillbirth.
9 citations
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March 2013 in “Expert opinion on biological therapy” This article reviews recent research on adult epidermal stem cells, discussing their properties and potential for reprogramming into patient-specific therapies, and emphasizes the need for further development while minimizing cancer risk.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Animal Reproduction” This review examines rodent models to explore how maternal conditions like undernutrition, obesity, hypoxia, and androgen exposure affect fetal programming and metabolic outcomes in offspring, but presents no new clinical findings.
7 citations
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May 2016 in “European Polymer Journal” This study found that biodegradable hyperbranched polyesters improved the solubility and loading capacity of hydrophobic drugs, with complete pyrene release achieved in 16 days under enzymatic conditions.
6 citations
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December 2015 in “JAMA” This content is not a research abstract; it includes a website navigation notice and no study findings.
6 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Chicken feather gene mutation helps understand human hair disorders.
6 citations
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July 2013 in “Acta Clinica Belgica” This review discusses idiopathic hirsutism and suggests that combination treatment, including androgen suppression and cosmetic methods, is most effective, but notes that its pathogenesis remains unclear.
5 citations
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March 2018 in “Advances in integrative medicine” This case report describes a novel integrative treatment approach leading to symptom improvement and significant reduction of thyroid antibodies in a young woman with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
5 citations
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December 1979 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
4 citations
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July 2025 in “Organoids” This review summarizes the state of organoid technology, highlighting its potential to transform biomedical research and regenerative medicine by providing accurate models for disease study, drug discovery, and potentially developing functional organs for transplantation.
4 citations
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June 2020 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” This study found that activating TRPV4 in the skin of mice induced hair follicle regeneration by promoting anagen transition, suggesting potential treatment strategies for hair loss.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Pharmacology” This report describes a case where a food supplement containing Serenoa repens extract was associated with hot flashes and menarche in a 10-year-old girl being treated for hirsutism.
3 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.
3 citations
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January 2013 This chapter discusses hypothyroidism in dogs, highlighting that most cases are due to primary thyroid gland issues and that some breeds may have a hereditary predisposition; it reports no new clinical findings.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” This review highlights that microRNAs (miRNAs) play crucial roles in hair follicle development and cycling in cashmere goats, detailing recent advances in understanding their regulatory functions and potential applications in improving cashmere fiber quality and diagnosing hair disorders.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” In this study, dandruff treatment with anti-dandruff shampoos was found to effectively reduce symptoms and enhance emotional wellbeing, indirectly improving daily functioning by alleviating scalp-related emotional distress, though it did not affect self-esteem.
2 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of psychology & clinical psychiatry” This article discusses the role of zinc in reducing depression severity and reports no new research findings, emphasizing the need for further investigation into its therapeutic potential.