57 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology” This review compiled by the authors emphasizes the traditional use of medicinal plants for dermatological disorders in India, highlighting the need for further scientific studies to validate their effectiveness and suggesting potential for drug development based on ethnodermatological practices.
23 citations
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July 2020 in “BMC Genomics” This study identified a stable combination of house-keeping genes, NCBP3 + SDHA + PTPRA, for normalizing gene expression in goat skin tissues using RNA sequencing.
11 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This review discusses sex-specific cosmetic treatment recommendations using lasers and energy-based devices for male patients and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting the need for tailored approaches for common male concerns.
6 citations
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February 2022 in “JAAD International” This systematic review found that hair loss was more frequently observed in acne patients on isotretinoin doses ≥0.5 mg/kg/d compared to those on lower doses, suggesting dose-dependent effects.
3 citations
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July 2025 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” This study found that chromium, inositol, and Omega-3 are beneficial for improving lipid profiles in women with PCOS, and various supplements help alleviate other symptoms.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review reports that alopecia areata negatively affects sexual functioning, highlighting the need for further research due to limitations in current study sizes and populations.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study observed that alopecia areata in children often presents as mild scalp patches, with the majority showing some hair regrowth following treatment, particularly when using potent topical steroids, which were most commonly prescribed in the reviewed cases.
July 2023 in “Regenerative Therapy” This systematic review found an increased incidence of hair loss and telogen effluvium among COVID-19 patients and reported preliminary effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma, adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells, and human follicle stem cells for treatment without major side effects.
February 2023 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” In this literature review, researchers found evidence that topical melatonin may improve scalp hair growth, density, and thickness in patients with androgenetic alopecia, especially in men.
April 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that the increasing visits to online prescription platforms for MQ-based finasteride treatment in androgenetic alopecia suggest a significant shift in medical care towards digital health services.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This study found that ritlecitinib, approved for alopecia areata in patients aged 12 and older, has an acceptable safety profile with mild to moderate side effects and no increase in serious adverse events compared to placebo.
24 citations
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March 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” This study found that Wnt signaling, crucial for lung development, may be disrupted in severe asthma, potentially affecting cell proliferation and senescence through complex mechanisms.
7 citations
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August 2023 in “EClinicalMedicine” This study reported that anti-androgens combined with lifestyle modifications were more effective than metformin and lifestyle in reducing hirsutism and certain hormonal measures in women with PCOS, but they were not more effective than a placebo combined with lifestyle changes.
August 2025 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” This case report from a German study detailed a 2-year-old girl with virilization and precocious puberty due to a rare ovarian steroid cell tumor, finding that post-surgery, her elevated hormone levels normalized within a week, and ongoing follow-up showed no need for chemotherapy.
59 citations
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January 2021 in “Genes” This study reports identifying 12 candidate genes potentially involved in regulating hair follicle development in cashmere goats, which could contribute to improving cashmere production.
10 citations
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses mechanisms of wound healing impairment in leptin-deficient murine models used for diabetic research, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further study.
8 citations
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September 2022 in “Human genomics” This study identified a coexpression network and key genes associated with thyroid eye disease, potentially aiding in its treatment and diagnosis.
4 citations
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November 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study examines the link between testosterone use and hair health in males, stressing the importance of developing guidelines for safe usage due to associated health risks like liver toxicity, gynecomastia, and hair loss.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study identifies various nail changes in alopecia areata, which can affect quality of life, and suggests that while spontaneous improvement is possible, further research is needed to refine treatment strategies.
2 citations
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December 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review suggests that, among non-hormonal treatments for menstrual irregularities in adolescents with PCOS, metformin is the most effective and cost-efficient option, particularly in overweight adolescent girls.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology” This review examines the various potential causes of bitemporal hair loss, emphasizing the importance of prompt diagnosis to prevent further hair loss in scarring conditions; it reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Advances in Orthopedics” This review concludes that platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improve knee joint function in managing knee osteoarthritis compared to other treatments.
June 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This systematic review and meta-analysis found that oral minoxidil improved hair loss symptoms in many patients, with significant improvement in 35%, but 27% experienced adverse events, highlighting the need for further research to confirm its safety and efficacy.
May 2025 in “Clinical Proteomics” In this study, researchers identified three proteins, DEFB1, HGFAC, and CYB5D2, as potential drug targets for alopecia areata, and suggested that the traditional Chinese medicine ingredient cimigenol shows promise in interacting with DEFB1 for potential treatment.
January 2024 in “Biotechnology advances” This review highlights the importance of selecting high-quality bioassays in discovering bioactive compounds from marine sources, emphasizing their role in evaluating safety and efficacy during pharmaceutical, food supplement, and cosmetic development.
This study developed a hat-shaped device with wearable sensors to estimate scalp moisture content using machine learning, demonstrating that it can provide accurate measurements comparable to professional scalp analyzers without the need for high-cost equipment.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This review discusses acupuncture and moxibustion for alopecia and reports evidence suggesting their efficacy for various types of hair loss, but notes barriers like cost and aversion to needles.
February 2023 in “European Journal of Medical Research” This study identified several drugs that may be potential candidates for repurposing as anti-hyperhidrosis treatments, based on their association with hypohidrosis or anhidrosis in the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System.
January 1990 in “Springer eBooks” The document talks about three main surgical treatments for hair loss: punch hair transplantation, alopecia reduction, and flap hair transplantation.
63 citations
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February 2024 in “BMC Psychology” This study reports that emotion recognition technology integrated with intelligent devices is advancing applications to support emotion recognition and interventions, though further research is needed for effective use in dynamic or complex environments.