September 2025 in “Acta Scientific Pharmaceutical Sciences” This paper examines the rising popularity and potential benefits of rice water for hair care, noting that while it contains beneficial compounds like inositol that may increase hair strength and decrease frizz, there is still no definitive scientific proof of its efficacy.
April 2025 in “Physical and Engineering Sciences in Medicine” In this study, the analysis of PCOS subreddit data revealed that lifestyle changes and supplements were perceived positively for managing PCOS symptoms, while contraceptives were often linked with negative experiences, except when they included anti-androgenic progestins.
January 2025 in “i-manager s Journal on Life Sciences” This review discusses PCOD's pathophysiology, clinical features, and management strategies but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management.
January 2025 in “International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation” This review examines the factors contributing to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in India, discussing genetic, lifestyle, and environmental influences, but provides no new clinical results.
December 2024 in “Archiv Euromedica” In this review, researchers reported that PCOS remains a complex condition with ongoing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, highlighting recent innovations in diagnosis and treatment that provide alternative options for cases unresponsive to standard care.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” This review discusses various risk factors and potential therapeutic interventions for PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
August 2024 in “Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice” A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.
August 2024 in “Quality in Sport” This study highlights the challenges faced by women with PCOS and emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, such as diet and weight loss, as the primary treatment strategy to manage symptoms and reduce associated health risks.
April 2024 in “Актуальні питання педіатрії акушерства та гінекології” This study concluded that inositol use in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and obesity may improve metabolic profiles and reproductive function as part of a comprehensive treatment approach.
April 2024 in “Canadian Women s Health Today” This review suggests that "polycystic ovarian syndrome" is a misleading name, as the disorder involves complex metabolic and reproductive issues beyond ovarian dysfunction and may stem from factors affecting the fetus in utero.
February 2024 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This chapter reviews nutritional strategies for managing polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing dietary adjustments and lifestyle changes, but it does not report new clinical findings.
February 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” This review discusses current pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment strategies for PCOS, emphasizing the need for a personalized, multimodal approach due to incomplete understanding of the syndrome's pathogenesis.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Progressive Research in Engineering Management and Science” This study evaluated a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and traditional herbs and found it to be safe, effective, and efficient in treating hair loss, with pronounced results in foaming, washing, and environmental friendliness.
January 2024 in “Bratislavské lekárske listy/Bratislava medical journal” This study examined the vasorelaxant effects of two similar alkaloids, chloroquine and cinchonine, in a model of smooth muscle contractions induced by phenylephrine. Results are not reported in the abstract.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This study observed that, among women of reproductive age with prediabetes, those treated with a combination of metformin and liraglutide experienced greater weight loss, a more significant decrease in visceral adiposity index, and higher rates of HbA1C normalization compared to those receiving metformin and inositol.
March 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This study developed a herbal shampoo using fermented oryza sativa water and natural ingredients like amla and aloe vera, reporting that it effectively removes sebum, filth, and dandruff while promoting hair growth and strengthening.
March 2023 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This case study reports a good response and tolerability for a combination treatment involving high potency topical corticosteroid, minoxidil 2%, LED, and inosine pranobex in a child with alopecia areata.
March 2023 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” In this study, three pediatric patients with alopecia areata and high levels of certain viral antibodies experienced excellent outcomes following treatment with a combination of corticosteroids, minoxidil, inosine pranobex, valacyclovir, and light-emitting diode therapy.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” In this study, a herbal shampoo containing fermented rice water and various traditional herbs was found to exhibit good foaming ability, cleansing properties, and was effective in treating hair loss.
June 2022 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” In this study, a 15-year-old male with alopecia areata universalis showed significant hair regrowth after an 8-month combination therapy, suggesting that comprehensive treatment, including antiviral, corticosteroid, and LED therapy, may be effective albeit long-term for managing this condition.
This article discusses the impact of hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome on women's physical and mental health, but it reports no new experimental findings.
January 2022 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” This autobiographical case study describes a 25-year-old woman with PCOS who successfully managed her symptoms using hormonal therapy, including oral contraceptives and Myo-Inositol, leading to normalized menstrual cycles and the resolution of most symptoms.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” This review discusses the characteristics, potential genetic components, and treatment options for trichotillomania, a psychiatric condition that involves compulsive hair pulling, without reporting new clinical results.
June 2020 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” This case report describes a 19-year-old female with recurrent alopecia totalis who experienced complete remission after re-treatment with various therapies, emphasizing the importance of long-term follow-up in managing alopecia areata.
February 2020 in “Diabetologie Und Stoffwechsel” This article reviews treatment strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, specifically recommending letrozole for infertility, while also discussing lifestyle changes and other potential therapies, and reports no new research findings.
This article discusses the challenges of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovarian syndrome and reports no new research findings, emphasizing the need for improved diagnostic criteria and lifestyle intervention to prevent complications.
December 2019 in “Orvostudományi Értesítö” This article reviews treatment approaches for polycystic ovary syndrome, highlighting lifestyle changes, medications like metformin for insulin resistance, and fertility therapies, acknowledging the complexities and contraindications involved.
November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the complications and health risks associated with polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical findings.
October 2017 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study found that metformin improved quality of life for overweight and obese women with PCOS, while clomiphene citrate and inositol were more effective for non-obese and underweight women.
July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article reviews therapeutic advances published between December 1986 and December 1987 but reports no new research findings; readers are advised to consult the original articles before considering new therapies.