5 citations
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March 2016 in “Experimental and molecular pathology” In mouse models of alopecia areata, this study found increased dilation of lymphatic vessels in affected mice, with associated changes in gene expression related to vascular growth and immune cell movement.
February 2007 in “Lancet Oncology” This article discusses the implications of finasteride on serum PSA levels and questions the routine recommendation for prostate biopsy at specific PSA thresholds, urging reevaluation of prostate cancer detection methods; it reports no clinical results.
1 citations
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October 2022 This study assessed the potential for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion power in Fiji, finding higher power output and efficiency during summer due to greater temperature differences between surface and deep sea waters.
104 citations
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November 1978 in “JAMA” This article reviews the challenges of fasting and dietary regimens in producing sustained weight loss and reports no new research findings or results.
10 citations
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February 2019 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” This abstract discusses the importance of controlling visible abdominal tumors in women with ovarian cancer to improve survival, and notes that nonvisible microscopic tumors are then targeted with chemotherapy; it reports no new results.
26 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses the potential of herbal treatments like Saw palmetto, Green tea, and Rosemary as alternatives to conventional drugs for androgenetic alopecia, noting that these herbs may inhibit the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme and reduce hair loss with fewer side effects.
5 citations
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November 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” Finasteride may cause side effects; more research needed.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Impotence Research” This review outlines the major health consequences of anabolic-androgenic steroid abuse, with a focus on sexual and reproductive issues, and suggests management prioritizes cessation and relapse prevention due to lack of robust randomized trials.
January 2025 in “ARC Journal of Dermatology” In this study, exposure to e-cigarette vapor was reported to trigger the release of proinflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-8, and IL-10, which could contribute to dermatological issues.
75 citations
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January 2014 in “Korean Journal of Urology” This review discusses the adverse effects of 5α-reductase inhibitors, finasteride and dutasteride, on sexual, psychological, and vascular health, emphasizing the need for physicians to inform patients of these risks.
14 citations
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November 2016 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Tofacitinib, an arthritis drug, helped hair growth in alopecia universalis but long-term safety needs more research.
4 citations
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November 2012 in “Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine” This review describes therapeutic strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting current treatments for ovulation induction and emphasizing lifestyle changes and personalized approaches, but reports no new clinical results.
4 citations
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March 2012 in “InTech eBooks” This article discusses the major role of motor vehicles in contributing to urban air pollution and its significant health impacts, especially in developing countries, but reports no new findings.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology & Environmental Sciences” This review highlights zinc's crucial role in both plant growth and human health, while noting the widespread problem of zinc deficiency in various soils, but reports no new findings.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds” This review discusses the effects of low-level laser therapy in various biological processes for wound healing and tissue repair and reports no new results.
March 2026 in “Journal of Community Genetics” In this narrative review, the authors found that stigma related to oculocutaneous albinism in Africa is primarily driven by socio-cultural beliefs and structural inequities, affecting individuals' health, education, and psychosocial well-being, with interventions needed to dispel myths and provide specialized healthcare and support.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Health Science” This literature review of hormonal implants in Brazil highlights their expanding usage beyond contraceptive and hormone replacement purposes, noting aesthetic desires like muscle mass gain. However, significant side effects such as cardiovascular events and psychological complications are frequently reported, potentially outweighing the benefits.
October 2022 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results” This review examines the therapeutic effects of photobiomodulation on severe medical illnesses but reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes its potential in neurology, pulmonology, inflammation, dermatology, wound healing, and oncology.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Frontiers in Medicine” In this study, the researchers explored the traditional Chinese medicine approach to treating seborrheic alopecia, emphasizing the interplay between zang-fu organs, qi, blood, and body fluids, and highlighted treatments focusing on wind, dampness, heat, blood stasis, and deficiency.
March 2020 in “The Journal of animal and plant sciences/The JAPS” In this study, Aloe Vera gel was found to aid in wound healing and hair growth in Albino Rats by reducing cutaneous inflammation and lesion contraction.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” This study observed no teratogenic effects of oral decongestants and surprisingly favorable neonatal outcomes in Swedish women who used them during pregnancy.
January 2018 in “Sohag Medical Journal” Combining topical dutasteride with microneedling is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone.
38 citations
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” This article reviews plant-based secondary metabolites with potential anticancer properties and highlights the need for new treatments due to the side effects of current cancer therapies, but it provides no clinical results.
15 citations
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July 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Traditional Chinese medications can cause skin reactions, and better testing and reporting are needed to identify allergens.
1 citations
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August 2017 in “International clinical psychopharmacology” This study found that bupropion was associated with a higher risk of hair loss compared to other antidepressants, with paroxetine presenting the lowest risk.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The document concludes that clear communication and a strong doctor-patient relationship are essential for effective informed consent in dermatology.
195 citations
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February 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” In this study, administering 5alpha-reductase inhibitors reduced dihydrotestosterone levels and was associated with mild, reversible decreases in semen parameters in healthy men.
159 citations
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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” This literature study reviews the consequences of hair loss due to chemotherapy and nursing care interventions but reports no new clinical results.
136 citations
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May 2019 in “Cells” This review discusses the advancements in intraoperative stem cell therapies and highlights their potential to improve hair regrowth, but it reports no new clinical results.
112 citations
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November 2023 in “Nano-Micro Letters” This review discusses the developments over the past five years in nanozyme-based theranostics for tumor therapy, including their classification, design, and synergistic strategies. It also outlines the challenges and prospects of using nanozymes to enhance selectivity, biosafety, repeatability, and stability in therapeutic applications.