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December 2011 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This review discusses the current understanding of propranolol's use in treating infantile hemangiomas, covering its indications, effectiveness, side effects, and ongoing clinical trials, without presenting new clinical results.
15 citations
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May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study found that men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia had a higher prevalence of metabolic syndrome and carotid atheromatous plaques than control subjects, suggesting a need for cardiovascular screening in this group.
14 citations
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May 2006 in “Clinical obstetrics and gynecology” This article reviews laser hair removal techniques, noting its popularity and outpatient viability, but finds that definitive evidence for its permanent efficacy is still lacking.
14 citations
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January 2003 in “Actas Urológicas Españolas” This review found strong evidence supporting Finasteride's effectiveness in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life in patients with larger prostate volumes, earning it a grade A recommendation for clinical use.
12 citations
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July 2020 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study found that facial papules and rosacea in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia were linked to a greater need for oral treatment, with most cases involving postmenopausal women.
8 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This letter to the editor about prostaglandins in androgenetic alopecia in men and women reports no new research findings.
6 citations
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March 1984 in “British journal of addiction” This historical review discusses early 20th-century medical advocation against alcohol's impact on maternal and infant health in Britain, culminating in legislation to protect children from alcohol exposure in public venues and homes, but reports no new results.
3 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case report describes a rare instance of Satoyoshi syndrome in a 27-year-old Asian American woman, notable for her normal ovarian function despite typical syndrome features.
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March 1990 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” 2% topical minoxidil can help reduce hair loss and promote hair growth in male pattern baldness.
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.
July 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia totalis/universalis involves more intense immune activity and inflammation than patchy alopecia areata.
July 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Monocyte-derived dendritic cells play a key role in UVB-induced skin sensitivity and inflammation.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” JAK inhibitors improve hair growth in alopecia areata, especially in patchy types.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Brepocitinib improves cicatricial alopecia and reduces key immune markers.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
In this study, researchers observed that graded calorie restriction in mice led to changes in stable isotope ratios and elemental content in bone collagen and hair keratin, potentially indicating intensified mobilization of endogenous proteins and altered bone collagen structure with increased dietary stress.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, researchers developed a mouse model of scarring alopecia and observed significant reductions in CD200R expression in affected skin, potentially linking this signaling pathway to immune attacks on hair follicles and suggesting new treatment targets for scarring hair loss.
August 2017 in “Revista de la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas (Quito)/Revista de la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas” This study found that men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia before age 31 have a significantly increased risk of developing prostate cancer.
July 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A woman experienced excessive hair growth after using a hair loss treatment with minoxidil.
January 2014 in “Yearbook of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery”
October 2012 in “European Neuropsychopharmacology” This study found that videoconferencing enabled reliable and consistent assessment of negative symptoms in patients with schizophrenia, demonstrating high interrater reliability among blinded independent raters.
This chapter discusses various aspects of beauty but does not report new research findings.
December 1984 in “British journal of addiction” This historical review discusses early 20th-century efforts to associate alcohol consumption with increased infant mortality and societal decline, resulting in legislative actions to protect children from alcohol exposure.
47 citations
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology” This review discusses the role of the skin microbiome in the pathogenesis of various skin disorders, such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, and reports no new clinical findings; it emphasizes potential therapeutic implications.
63 citations
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August 1996 in “Forensic Science International” In this study, bleaching and perming were found to significantly reduce opiate concentrations in both spiked and naturally opiate-positive human hair samples.
58 citations
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July 1986 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lowest effective minoxidil concentration is 1%, but 2% works better for male pattern baldness.
17 citations
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March 2006 in “BJU international” Using buccal mucosa for hypospadias repair in children is effective and reduces complications.
1 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This open-label study found that oral tofacitinib led to significant hair regrowth in patients with moderate-to-severe alopecia areata, supported by changes in gene expression and T cell dynamics.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” In this study, a comprehensive literature review identified 181 plant species traditionally used for hemorrhoid treatment in Thailand, highlighting key species with pharmacological activities such as anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, which are poised for potential pharmaceutical development.