October 2020 in “Our Dermatology Online” This case report highlights how chronic bacterial folliculitis may contribute to persistent inflammation in lichen simplex chronicus and emphasizes the value of DIF and IHC in diagnosing obscure cases.
139 citations
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study describes previously unknown immune characteristics of the normal human nail, highlighting its similarities to the hair follicle immune system and suggesting an immune privilege in the proximal nail matrix that both provides autoimmunity protection and presents infection susceptibility.
46 citations
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review discusses the potential of curcumin and its formulations to mitigate neuropathic and postoperative pain, highlighting positive outcomes in preclinical and clinical studies but noting the need for further clinical research.
21 citations
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January 2024 in “Science Immunology” This study developed a technique to limit genetic recombination to regulatory T cells to investigate whether self-tolerance is maintained in non-lymphoid tissues, an area previously not well understood.
5 citations
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October 2015 in “The Egyptian Journal of Otolaryngology” This study found that Egyptian patients with alopecia areata had a significant presence of sensorineural hearing loss compared to controls, correlated with the severity, duration, and recurrence of the disease.
January 2026 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” This study observed that male patients with alopecia areata had elevated serum levels of HSP70 and IL-15, with levels increasing alongside disease severity, suggesting these markers are strongly associated with the disease's pathogenesis.
December 2025 in “Phytomedicine Plus” This review summarizes recent advances in alopecia management, focusing on combining synthetic and herbal therapies with innovative drug delivery systems like nanocarriers to enhance effectiveness and reduce side effects, while noting challenges with skin penetration and bioavailability.
January 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study reviews the role of hair follicles in the development, symptoms, and treatment options for vitiligo and alopecia areata, aiming to enhance understanding of their involvement in these autoimmune conditions and explore potential therapies.
November 2022 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” This review discusses treatment options for hereditary angioedema and reports no new results; it highlights concerns about androgen side effects and mentions approved alternatives with fewer serious adverse effects.
119 citations
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June 2021 in “Heliyon” This review examines the phytochemical constituents and pharmacological effects of licorice, discussing its potential health benefits and side effects without reporting new clinical results.
49 citations
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October 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this review, the authors highlighted the potential of natural polysaccharides from plants, animals, and microbes to modulate immune responses, reduce inflammation, and strengthen the intestinal barrier, suggesting their promising role as immunomodulatory agents in pharmaceutical applications.
29 citations
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April 2020 in “Biomolecules” This review discusses the potential biomedical and clinical applications of brassinosteroids, highlighting their observed antiviral, anticancerous, and other bioactivities in animal test systems, but reports no new findings.
27 citations
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May 2016 in “Integrative Cancer Therapies” In this study, in vitro and in vivo models showed that chrysin enhanced the efficacy of docetaxel and reduced its adverse effects in non–small cell lung cancer treatment.
15 citations
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December 2018 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health” This study observed that Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) can inhibit phosphorylation of STAT1 and reduce a specific subset of immune cells in vitro and ex vivo, suggesting a potential role in maintaining immune privilege in alopecia areata.
8 citations
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May 2023 in “Gels” This review discusses the advantages and progress of chitosan hydrogels in vascular regeneration for tissue engineering scaffolds, highlighting modifications to enhance their application and exploring future prospects.
7 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that patients with alopecia areata had a significant increase in NKG2D+CD4+ T cell levels in their blood compared to healthy controls.
6 citations
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July 2021 in “Bulletin of the National Research Centre/Bulletin of the National Research Center” This review discusses the transmission and immune response of SARS-CoV-2 and highlights ongoing research for developing vaccines and antiviral treatments, but it presents no new clinical findings.
5 citations
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August 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that KLB and EIF3C are important in the progression of vitiligo and AA, suggesting they could be biomarkers and early diagnostic targets.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” COVID-19 vaccines have been linked to an increase in hair loss conditions.
July 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this review, platelet concentrates were found to show comparable efficacy to steroids and immunosuppressive drugs in treating oral lichen planus, with some studies reporting more benefits and others noting more severe adverse reactions with platelet treatments.
June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This study reported that anti-Ku-positive patients exhibited heterogeneous muscular features, primarily characterized by necrotizing fibers and vacuolar changes, and suggested that autophagy could be a significant mechanism involved in the pathogenesis.
June 2025 in “Academic Medical Journal” This review discusses the mechanisms underlying the collapse of hair follicle immune privilege in alopecia areata and emphasizes the importance of therapeutic strategies aimed at restoring immune tolerance.
January 2025 in “Applied Sciences” This review examines sulforaphane's interactions with hormone-mediated health conditions, focusing on gender-specific health issues, but reports no new original research findings.
April 2024 in “MGM Journal of Medical Sciences” This study outlines several common home remedies used in India, such as turmeric, ginger, and coconut, highlighting their traditional efficacy in treating minor ailments and emphasizing the importance of balancing traditional and modern medicine for optimal health outcomes.
August 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This consensus statement from Saudi Arabia outlines evidence- and experience-based recommendations for diagnosing and managing alopecia areata, focusing on severity assessment, prognostic indicators, and therapeutic options, with special attention to pediatric patients and uncommon cases.
54 citations
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December 2011 in “American Journal Of Pathology” This study found that immune-mediated destruction of bulge stem cells is a key factor in the alopecia observed in AE mice, suggesting it as a model for studying primary cicatricial alopecias, particularly lichen planopilaris.
106 citations
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January 2013 in “Clinical and Developmental Immunology” This review discusses the pathogenesis of alopecia areata, highlighting the role of immune privilege collapse in hair follicles but reports no clinical results.
36 citations
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May 2025 in “Antioxidants” This study found that lipid peroxidation products play a clear role in the pathogenesis of skin diseases like psoriasis, vitiligo, and alopecia, but their role in diseases like melanoma and atopic dermatitis remains unclear.
8 citations
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November 2024 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” This review discusses the role of gut steroids in communicating with the gut microbiota and their potential implications in treating gastrointestinal disorders and related brain conditions, suggesting new perspectives on steroid molecules as therapeutic agents.
6 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” This review reported that anxiety, particularly generalized anxiety disorder, is common among patients with various medical illnesses, highlighting the need for its recognition and proper assessment in these settings.