10 citations
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This review discusses the unique dermatologic needs and conditions affecting women of color, noting specific skin and hair conditions but reports no clinical results.
6 citations
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July 2018 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, gene expression changes in rat whisker follicles after methamphetamine administration may serve as indicators of the drug's rewarding effects and potential addiction pathways.
2 citations
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September 2022 in “Cellular and molecular biology” In this study, Agaricus bisporus derived β-Glucan particles demonstrated antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer effects against cervical cancer HeLa cells, suggesting potential as a therapeutic option.
January 2026 in “Yonsei Medical Journal” Finasteride and dutasteride have little effect on Type 2 Diabetes risk.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” This study evaluated the antiulcer potential of Glycyrrhiza glabra and found that its hydroalcoholic extract demonstrated dose-dependent protective effects against various ulcer models, comparable to standard drugs like omeprazole and cimetidine, by enhancing mucosal defenses and reducing stomach acid production.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this study, a nanoemulsion containing lavender, peppermint, and rosemary essential oils was developed and shown to promote hair growth in mice at a rate comparable to 2% topical minoxidil, suggesting a promising natural alternative due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
In this report, a unique case of premature graying in a 32-year-old male, with onset at age 15 and a distinctive fractal pattern, was presented, highlighting the need for further investigation into its potential causes and mechanisms.
May 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Academic Studies” This study found that in Iraqi women with PCOS, those taking vitamin E supplements experienced a significant reduction in androgenic symptoms like hair loss, weight gain, and acne, along with lower levels of certain hormones linked to the condition.
October 2022 in “Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” This review covers the potential of repurposing existing drugs for treating COVID-19 and updates on virus- and host-targeting drug candidates, reporting no new experimental results.
The researchers developed a new follicular unit extraction system with adjustable needle lengths and precise rotation speed, which they report as being superior to existing systems for non-incisional hair transplants.
106 citations
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March 2013 in “Nature Communications” This study found several microRNA-related genetic variants linked to epithelial ovarian cancer risk, with a notable association at the 17q21.31 region, suggesting potential new susceptibility genes.
47 citations
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May 2021 in “Polymers” This review surveys the chemical composition and various uses of jojoba oil in medicine and industry but presents no new clinical results.
32 citations
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January 2021 in “Molecules” This review compiles studies on the antidiabetic potential of plants from the Middle East, particularly from the Asteraceae and Lamiaceae families, but reports no clinical results.
21 citations
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August 1994 in “Clinical endocrinology” This article reviews the effects of 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors for treating conditions like male pattern baldness and benign prostatic hyperplasia, noting significant DHT reduction but reports no new clinical results.
June 2024 in “Sohag Medical Journal” This review reports that vitamin D plays an important role in hair follicle development, with a negative correlation observed between serum vitamin D levels and female pattern hair loss, suggesting further research is needed before recommending vitamin D as a treatment.
22 citations
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March 2017 in “Scientific reports” This study investigated the role of NLRP3 inflammasomes in alopecia areata and found that outer root sheath cells may contribute to inflammation by increasing IL-1β and HMGB1 secretion when stimulated with double-stranded RNA.
20 citations
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January 2017 in “Nutrition Research and Practice” In this study, corn silk extract treatment improved symptoms of testosterone-induced BPH by reducing specific mRNA expression and decreasing levels of 5α-R2, DHT, and PSA.
8 citations
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December 2015 in “Daehan han'yi hag'hoeji/Journal of Korean medicine” This study found that transtherapy, a treatment using Korean medicine, significantly improved acne scars, reducing the scarring grade from an average of 3.5 to 1.5 in moderate and severe cases.
5 citations
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August 2023 in “The World Journal of Men s Health” This study found that red ginseng oil (RXGIN) significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms and some aspects of sexual function in men, with no serious adverse events reported.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” In this study, researchers found that recombinant human HAPLN1 promoted hair growth in mice and human hair matrix cells by activating specific signaling pathways, suggesting it may offer a potential hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than existing medications.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “npj biofilms and microbiomes” This review highlights the potential of genetically or metabolically engineered live biotherapeutic products (eLBPs) for skin repair and disease treatment but emphasizes that translating these innovations into practical clinical applications remains challenging, requiring further research and development.
March 2011 in “European Urology Supplements” The document concludes that a new biosensor can efficiently detect prostate cancer cells and that standardized referrals help find significant cancers effectively.
34 citations
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February 1993 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” This study found that 4-MA is a potent inhibitor of testosterone 5α-reductase in human tissues, promising potential for treating androgen-dependent skin conditions like male pattern baldness.
January 2024 in “Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski” This retrospective cross-section study found that in a cohort of Pica patients in Iraq, 92.4% were female, and many had low levels of ferritin, hemoglobin, and vitamin D, which may contribute to the disorder by causing psychological issues.
1 citations
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August 2020 in “Food Research” This review discusses management strategies for androgenic alopecia using plant derivatives and highlights the need for prolonged efficacy but reports no new clinical findings.
13 citations
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August 1995 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This study found that the pH dependency of rat steroid 5α-reductase type II isozyme significantly affects its kinetic properties, including Vmax and Km, suggesting past discrepancies in literature may arise from these pH variances during assays.
4 citations
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January 2022 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This study found that serum HDAC1 levels are significantly higher in patients with alopecia areata compared to those with acne vulgaris and healthy controls, suggesting potential therapeutic opportunities for HDAC inhibitors.
This study reported that women with acanthosis nigricans and insulin resistance often exhibit signs of hyperandrogenism, including hirsutism, and have elevated fasting plasma insulin compared to controls.
June 2023 in “Biological & clinical sciences research journal” This randomized controlled trial found that methotrexate, particularly when combined with low-dose prednisone, was effective in promoting hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata totalis, with the combination treatment showing higher efficacy and faster results.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT)” This study evaluated a natural, herbal-based powder formulation aimed at removing unwanted facial hair while promoting skin health, finding that the product was effective and well-suited for use based on physical properties and user feedback.