February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that fractional infrared technology may effectively improve cervical skin laxity by enhancing dermal thickness without adverse effects in a small pilot group.
July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hormone treatment caused hair loss, finasteride helped regrowth.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Chemical & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that a synthetic avicequinone C analogue, 5e, was significantly more potent in inhibiting steroid 5α-reductase type 1 activity in human keratinocytes compared to the original isolated compound.
5 citations
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December 2011 in “Springer eBooks”
August 2023 in “JAAD international” This study observed that most pediatric dermatologists prefer class 1 and 2 topical corticosteroids as first-line treatments for pediatric alopecia areata, with increasing use of JAK inhibitors as second-line therapy.
This study demonstrated that the IVL-DrugFluidic® platform is effective for mass-producing finasteride-loaded polymeric microspheres for long-acting injectables, maintaining stable drug release without an initial burst for a month.
91 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” This review explores the emerging roles of NK cells in various diseases, including allergies and skin conditions, and reports no new clinical results while indicating NK cell involvement in immune processes.
40 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that a 10-week course of clindamycin and rifampicin was commonly used for treating folliculitis decalvans but the evidence on its efficacy remains inconclusive due to the low quality of available studies.
15 citations
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January 2009 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” This case report describes two instances of white piedra, a fungal hair infection, and notes successful treatment with oral itraconazole and topical ketoconazole in one patient.
7 citations
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July 2021 in “JAAD case reports” This review discusses the potential of dupilumab for treating alopecia areata, reporting mixed outcomes with both improvement and new-onset hair loss observed in case reports.
3 citations
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March 2023 in “JAAD case reports” This study describes three cases where patients with recalcitrant alopecia areata achieved complete hair regrowth on the scalp after treatment with upadacitinib, suggesting it may be beneficial for similar cases, especially those with comorbid atopic dermatitis.
1 citations
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November 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide at both 5 mg/mL and 10 mg/mL concentrations had similar effectiveness and safety for treating patchy alopecia areata on the scalp, with no significant difference in response rates or side effects between the two dosage groups.
May 2025 in “Frontiers in Bioinformatics” This study used computational methods to identify six molecules, with jamogenin being particularly promising, that effectively bind to and inhibit the enzyme linked to male pattern hair loss, suggesting these compounds could be explored further for hair growth potential.
August 2026 in “Canadian Journal of Health Technologies” This study found that Litfulo improved hair regrowth in patients aged 12 and older with severe alopecia areata but did not meaningfully improve anxiety or depression symptoms compared to placebo.
28 citations
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October 1987 in “PubMed” This study found that treating Tradescantia stamen hair cells with LiCl disrupts mitotic progression, leading to metaphase arrest, which can be reversed by myo-inositol or CaCl2 addition.
December 2015 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” In human hair follicle keratinocytes, this study found that treatment with the pharmacological inhibitor QLT0267 led to a strong inhibition of proliferation and migration and induced nearly 100% apoptosis.
138 citations
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June 2023 in “Molecules” This review examines various skin pigmentation disorders, their causes, and potential treatments, detailing 25 plants, 4 marine species, and 17 clinically tested topical and oral medications for managing these conditions.
128 citations
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” This review discusses recurrent implantation failure (RIF) in IVF, noting the lack of standard definitions or treatment protocols, and emphasizes the need for individualized treatment and further research.
98 citations
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May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This document discusses the British Association of Dermatologists' current perspective on isotretinoin, focusing on its known side effects, prescribing requirements, teratogenic risks, and the contentious link to mood changes, reporting no new research findings.
68 citations
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review of acne management strategies highlights current treatments, such as topical and systemic therapies, procedural methods, and dietary changes, while also discussing emerging options like biologics and probiotics as potential future treatments, emphasizing personalized care due to acne's complex nature.
64 citations
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January 2009 in “Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology” This review discusses various presentations of drug-induced cutaneous eruptions, particularly those associated with interferon and ribavirin, and reports no new clinical findings.
57 citations
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August 2023 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” JAK inhibitors and platelet-rich plasma show promise for treating alopecia areata.
51 citations
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March 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study suggests that in hidradenitis suppurativa, MMP-induced matrix alterations may contribute to inflammation by releasing active peptides and inflammatory factors in the extracellular matrix.
49 citations
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October 2022 in “PubMed” This review examines alopecia, its causes, the impact of micronutrients, and the role of the Mediterranean diet, noting conflicting data and a need for more research on diet's effect on hair loss.
49 citations
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December 2018 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This study formulated an herbal shampoo using various plant extracts and found it demonstrated appealing qualities, good foam stability, cleansing, and conditioning performance, though further improvements in quality and safety are needed.
32 citations
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May 2023 in “Preprints.org” This review discusses the types, causes, and treatments for skin pigmentation disorders, examining clinically tested options including 25 plants, four marine species, and 17 medications.
31 citations
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November 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review discusses the role of adipokines in skin physiology and pathology, suggesting they may influence skin conditions and diseases through interaction with various skin cell types, but reports no new clinical results.
25 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” This study concluded that the formulated polyherbal shampoo is a chemical-free product with nourishing, conditioning, cleansing, and antimicrobial effects.
21 citations
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April 2025 in “MedComm” This review explores the complex factors involved in alopecia areata, such as immune and genetic influences, and discusses advances in diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, while reporting no new clinical results.