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January 2007 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” This study found that glycine treatment inhibited melanogenesis in B16F0 melanoma cells and reduced melanin content in C57BL/6J mice by down-regulating tyrosinase protein levels.
19 citations
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December 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” This notice provides information about JAMA Dermatology's website usage policy, and no research findings are reported.
19 citations
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January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This chapter reviews various antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors, detailing their mechanisms, uses, and side effects, with a focus on spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral contraceptives.
19 citations
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October 1994 in “Tumori Journal” This review discusses the current medical treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma, noting that while new local therapies show high response rates, their true impact on patient survival is uncertain.
18 citations
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October 2023 in “Nature Communications” In this study, male-pattern baldness was strongly associated with a higher risk of keratinocyte cancers, particularly squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, likely due to increased sun exposure on the scalp rather than androgen levels.
18 citations
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March 2020 in “Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology” This study suggests that synthetic steroid analogues or 5α-reductase modulation could be potential therapeutic strategies for nervous system disorders, but further research on their effects is necessary.
18 citations
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July 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review discusses trichoscopic features of hair disorders in individuals with dark skin phototypes and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for more specific diagnostic criteria for these populations.
18 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review found that existing studies on adipose tissue for scarring, wound healing, and hair growth show some positive outcomes, but the evidence is insufficient to change current dermatological practices.
18 citations
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January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses nutritional contributions to hair health and highlights the need for identifying risk factors for deficiencies but reports no new clinical findings.
18 citations
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March 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this study, 17β-estradiol increased VEGF production in differentiated THP-1 cells, while dihydrotestosterone counteracted this effect by modulating adenylate cyclase activity.
18 citations
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June 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.
17 citations
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August 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review examines non-invasive methods for diagnosing inflammatory skin diseases like lupus erythematosus and psoriatic inflammation using samples from plucked hair and skin tape-strips, but no new clinical results are presented.
17 citations
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July 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” The authors reviewed the mechanisms behind Kennedy's disease, noting advances in therapeutic strategies such as androgen deprivation and gene silencing that may soon expand treatment options for this incurable neuromuscular condition.
17 citations
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January 2007 in “Popular Communication” This study analyzes the cultural ideology of female body image as portrayed in makeover TV programs, focusing on the impact of patriarchy, but it reports no new empirical results.
17 citations
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July 2006 in “The International Journal of Health Planning and Management” This article discusses strategies for healthcare organizations to navigate environmental challenges and competitive forces, emphasizing the need for focused strategic positioning and adaptable activity sets, but reports no new empirical results.
17 citations
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January 1986 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica” In this study, spironolactone treatment reduced hair growth in 17 out of 30 patients with hirsutism, but was less effective compared to cyproterone acetate–estrogen therapy.
16 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This study found that type 2 diabetes was associated with a higher risk of severe central scalp hair loss in African American women.
16 citations
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November 2018 in “Singapore Medical Journal” This article reviews the clinical presentation, contributing factors, and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome but provides no original research findings.
16 citations
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July 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, iL-PRF injections produced significantly better clinical scores for androgenetic alopecia patients compared to controls, especially in those with more severe baseline conditions.
16 citations
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February 2017 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study established and validated a visual scale to assess hair shedding in women with thick hair, finding it effective in distinguishing greater hair loss among women with female pattern hair loss compared to those without.
16 citations
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February 1992 in “Journal of Consumer Marketing” This study proposes a framework for classifying sources of new product ideas, suggesting it is more effective than existing paradigms for successful innovation.
15 citations
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August 2020 in “American Journal of Pathology” This study found that insulin promotes corneal epithelial wound healing and nerve recovery in diabetic mice through Wnt signaling, suggesting its potential as a protective factor for diabetic corneal damage.
15 citations
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January 2019 in “Mediators of inflammation” This study concluded that Aloe vera fermentation significantly accelerates burn injury healing in rats by reducing inflammation and altering gut microbiota composition.
15 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This letter discusses potential pathogenetic links among frontal fibrosing alopecia, androgenetic alopecia, and fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution and reports no new clinical findings.
15 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this study, patients with alopecia areata experienced significant hair regrowth using topical latanoprost, minoxidil, or betamethasone valerate, with the addition of latanoprost enhancing the effectiveness of betamethasone valerate, showcasing these treatments as safe and effective options.
15 citations
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January 2017 in “Experimental Neurology” This study found that finasteride significantly reduced levodopa-induced dyskinesia in both male and female rats without diminishing l-DOPA's motor benefits, indicating potential for clinical trials in Parkinson's patients.
15 citations
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January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” This review discusses the role of diet in managing hair loss during menopause and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the importance of nutrients like sulfur amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
15 citations
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February 2015 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” This review examines the role of P-cadherin in skin and hair biology, emphasizing its importance in human hair growth, cycling, and pigmentation, and reports no new research findings.
15 citations
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January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study indicates that targeting the PTH/PTHrP receptor may potentially stimulate hair growth, particularly for chemotherapy-induced alopecia, as observed in hairless and cyclophosphamide-treated mice.
15 citations
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March 2014 in “Body Image” This paper explores the social challenges individuals with medical hair loss face when using wigs, highlighting the complex identity management involved and the social obligations to disclose wig use to close ones.