9 citations
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January 2013 This study found that serum levels of zinc, copper, and selenium were significantly lower in patients with alopecia areata compared to healthy controls, regardless of the number of hair loss patches.
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January 2024 in “Nature Immunology” This study, using multimodal profiling in mice, found that various tissues contain unique γδ T cell subsets adapted to their environment, revealing their functional diversity, lineage relationships, and similarities to CD8+ tissue-resident memory T cells.
5 citations
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February 2024 in “Clinical Pharmacokinetics” This study found that modeling and simulation effectively informed decision-making and dose selection for ritlecitinib in treating alopecia areata, supporting an accelerated drug development strategy.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Arts” In this study, researchers formulated a pomade using papaya seed oil and virgin coconut oil at various concentrations and found it to be stable, non-irritating, and preferred by users, with the 7.5% concentration being most favored for providing shiny and moisturized hair.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This study found that while alopecia areata was not significantly associated with metabolic syndrome, patients showed higher blood pressure and fasting blood sugar levels, suggesting a potential increased risk of future metabolic disorders.
January 2025 in “BMC Nephrology” This study reported that 83.1% of patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis experienced skin conditions, with xerosis affecting 63.6%, pruritis 36.4%, and notable occurrences of nail and oral anomalies, indicating a need for targeted dermatological management to improve patients' quality of life.
September 2024 in “Archives of Medical Science” Alopecia areata is linked to immune system differences, with specific biomarkers like CXCL9 and CXCL10 being key for diagnosis and potential treatment targets.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study evaluated current treatments for pediatric alopecia areata and found that high potency topical steroids had the strongest supporting evidence, with promising results also observed for anthralin ointment and other treatments in lower-grade studies.
November 2017 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This case report describes a rare instance of nevus comedonicus with a multi-dermatomal unilateral pattern along the lines of Blaschko, treated unsuccessfully with topical tretinoin and oral retinoids.
March 2026 in “The American Journal of Managed Care” The authors concluded that FDA-approved JAK inhibitors, shown to be safe and effective in phase 3 trials, are promising treatment options for severe alopecia areata.
48 citations
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February 2016 in “Scientific Reports” This study reports the creation of rat liver stem cell lines that can differentiate into hepatocytes and suggests they might be useful for pharmacological and regenerative medicine applications.
44 citations
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February 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that combination therapy with diphenylcyclopropenone and anthralin was more effective for complete hair regrowth in chronic extensive alopecia areata than diphenylcyclopropenone alone, despite more common side effects.
26 citations
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October 2020 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study found that oral tofacitinib led to clinically significant improvement in alopecia areata severity scores among pre-adolescents, though results varied and further evaluation in clinical trials is needed.
15 citations
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April 2016 in “Eye” This study found that finasteride treatment significantly improved visual acuity, reduced central macular thickness, and decreased subretinal fluid presence in patients with central serous chorioretinopathy.
15 citations
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July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In this case report, two plywood mill workers developed allergic contact dermatitis due to exposure to uncured phenol-formaldehyde resin, not sawdust as initially suspected.
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September 2016 in “Acta Médica Portuguesa” This study found that acne prevalence among adults in Greater Porto's primary healthcare centers was 61.5%, with only 25% of those with acne seeking treatment.
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April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” In this study, 308-nm excimer light therapy showed significant effects in some patients with treatment-resistant alopecia universalis, suggesting it as a potential alternative therapy.
13 citations
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January 1999 in “Postgraduate Medicine” This article reviews new drug combinations and unique agents for rheumatoid arthritis but reports no clinical results; the authors highlight several promising compounds awaiting approval.
12 citations
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January 2011 in “Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine” This study found that phototoxic psoralen and ultraviolet A therapy with topical 8-MOP was effective in treating alopecia areata resistant to other treatments, improving hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
11 citations
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October 2001 in “Dermatologic Clinics” In this study, subcutaneous recombinant human IL-12 showed a 43% partial response rate in early-stage mycosis fungoides patients refractory to previous treatments, with generally mild to moderate adverse events reported.
5 citations
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April 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” This article discusses the characteristics and histopathology of folliculitis decalvans and reports no clinical results, highlighting the need for further research to understand its causes.
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January 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study found that standardized scalp massages may help stabilize or regrow hair in individuals with androgenic alopecia, as perceived by the participants themselves.
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November 2018 in “International research journal of pharmacy” This study found that PRP therapy was effective and safe for treating androgenic alopecia, promoting 30% hair growth and showing antimicrobial activity against certain bacteria in affected patients.
April 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” In this retrospective study, the researchers found that infectious dermatologic conditions were most common among renal transplant recipients, with viral warts being the prevalent infectious condition, while increasing age and sex were associated with varying odds of developing different dermatologic issues.
February 2026 in “Dove Medical Press (Taylor and Francis Group)” This case report highlights two instances of alopecia areata, demonstrating diverse presentations, and suggests upadacitinib as a promising treatment option, resulting in hair regrowth within 3–6 months, without worsening sarcoidosis-related skin lesions.
October 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, researchers found that patients with new-onset mild alopecia areata had higher levels of oxidative stress markers and reduced antioxidant levels compared to healthy individuals, suggesting that oxidative stress might play a role in the condition.
March 2010 in “Anti-inflammatory & anti-allergy agents in medicinal chemistry” This review details the adverse effects and drug interactions of biologic agents used in rheumatoid disease treatment, highlighting their significant side effect profile without reporting new clinical findings.
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January 2023 in “Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira” This article discusses the Guidelines Project by the Brazilian Medical Association, which aims to standardize medical practices and improve doctors' decision-making, but reports no new study results.
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January 2021 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This report suggests a potential link between hyperprolactinemia and alopecia in women with autoimmune thyroid disease and emphasizes the importance of considering other causes in diagnosis.
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December 2011 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” 2011 dermatological research found new skin aging markers, hair loss causes, skin defense mechanisms, and potential for new treatments.