April 2025 in “Al-Rafidain Journal of Medical Sciences ( ISSN 2789-3219 )” In this study, researchers observed that Cuscuta reflexa extract mitigated inflammation and oxidative stress in testosterone-induced benign prostatic hypertrophy in Wistar rats, suggesting its potential as an adjunctive therapy for BPH.
April 2025 in “Journal of the Faculty of Medicine Baghdad” This study found that patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher serum T3 and cortisol levels compared to healthy controls, although both remained within normal ranges, highlighting potential hormonal involvement in the condition. However, no significant differences were observed in T4 and TSH levels.
This study found that olive leaves extract significantly decreased prostate index, serum PSA, testosterone, and DHT levels in male rats with testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia, and showed potential as a therapeutic option due to its positive effects on prostate histology and antioxidant activity.
March 2025 in “MINAR International Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology” This study reviewed evidence on the role of specific genes (FKBP12, SAMAHD1, TRF2, CD155, and GATA3) in predicting how breast cancer patients might respond to adjuvant chemotherapy, aiming to monitor these markers in blood or tissue samples.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Sciences” In this study, nail changes, particularly pitting, were associated with moderate to severe cases of alopecia areata and a positive family history, highlighting potential genetic factors in the condition.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Gynaecology Research” This study found that serum cystatin C levels may be elevated in adolescent females with PCOS, suggesting it could serve as a predictive marker for metabolic and cardiovascular issues independent of renal function.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” This prospective observational study investigated 200 patients with non-scarring alopecia, concluding that accurate classification combined with individualized treatment, including combination therapies, significantly improved outcomes over monotherapy with topical minoxidil.
January 2025 in “E3S Web of Conferences” This review highlights the various cosmetic and therapeutic applications of laser technologies in dermatology, discussing the mechanisms, safety, efficacy, and recent advancements to provide a comprehensive overview of their uses and potential future implications.
January 2025 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” This abstract does not report specific research findings but describes a book titled "Medical Physics and Laser Technology: Advancements and Applications in Modern Healthcare," authored by Zahraa Zuhair Ghafel Saeid and colleagues, which is available for purchase.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” This study found that oral tofacitinib significantly reduced alopecia severity and improved quality of life over 12 months for children with moderate to severe alopecia areata, though the authors recommend more research due to the small sample size and absence of a control group.
December 2024 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Public Health” This study focused on equine sarcoid, the most common tumor in horses, and described its types, clinical signs, and histopathological characteristics such as hyperkeratosis and changes in the hair follicle and dermis.
This study focused on developing a nanoemulsion-based gel for delivering minoxidil, aiming to enhance its contact time with the scalp and potentially improve skin absorption compared to conventional topical solutions.
December 2024 in “Kufa Medical journal” The study reported that patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher serum levels of IL-17A and IL-2 compared to healthy controls, suggesting these interleukins may play an important role in the disease, though they did not correlate with its severity or duration.
December 2024 in “Mağallaẗ ʻulūm al-rāfidayn” In this study, zinc oxide nanoparticles were synthesized using a sustainable method from the Lepidium sativum L. plant, and incorporating these nanoparticles into Sunblock Lotion significantly increased its sun protection factor.
This study found that oxidative stress markers, specifically MDA and H2O2, along with decreased SOD activity, may play a key role in the development of diffuse hair loss in the studied population.
November 2024 in “Malaysian Journal of Microbiology” In this study, researchers found varying levels of multiple autoantibody types among thyroid disorder patients, with 84.84% of those with immunological hypothyroidism reporting symptoms like weight gain and lethargy, whereas 81.81% of those with immune hyperthyroidism experienced hair loss.
October 2024 in “South Eastern European Journal of Public Health” This study on women aged 18–40 with polycystic ovary syndrome reported that a three-month treatment involving dietary changes, oral contraceptives, fertility drugs, and supplements significantly improved ovulation, menstrual regularity, BMI, and reduced hirsutism, acne, and certain immune factors compared to pre-treatment and control groups.
September 2024 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” This source outlines that plasma, when injected, can renew cells, stimulate collagen and protein production for skin vitality, and improve wound healing in various surgical fields, leveraging its antibiotics and platelet-rich properties.
September 2024 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” In this experimental study, laser irradiation significantly altered the gene expression of cytokines in cultured human T-cell lymphocytes, suggesting that such laser light may photobiomodulate cytokine production in vitro.
June 2024 in “Al- Anbar Medical Journal” This review discusses the mechanisms, causes, and treatment options for telogen effluvium, noting acute cases often resolve by addressing causative factors, while chronic forms remain challenging to treat; recent causes include post-hair transplantation, vitamin D deficiency, and COVID-19.
March 2024 in “Journal of Applied and Natural Science” This study found that administering an alcoholic extract of Mentha spicata leaves significantly reduced testosterone levels and aggressive behavior in female rats with elevated testosterone, suggesting its potential protective role against such symptoms.
January 2024 in “ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry” In this study, researchers in Baghdad observed that women with PCOS who tested positive for CagA-IgG, a marker for H. pylori infection, showed significantly elevated insulin resistance and fasting blood sugar levels, regardless of metformin treatment, compared to controls.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Research” In this study, platelet-rich plasma therapy was observed to provide better improvement in hair regrowth for alopecia areata patients than intralesional triamcinolone acetonide, as measured by lower SALT scores.
October 2023 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” This review investigates molecular mechanisms behind PCOS pathogenesis and discusses potential therapies, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2023 in “Clinical medicine and medical research” This study indicates that higher thyroid-stimulating hormone levels may be linked to post-COVID-19 hair loss in women, while ferritin levels showed no significant correlation.
October 2023 in “Al-Anbar medical journal” This study found that a new clinic-based modified hair fall count method is a valid tool for assessing hair loss in women, showing strong association and high precision compared to the conventional home-based method.
August 2023 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This case study reported that using the ayurvedic treatment protocol of Nitya Virechana, Kulatthadi Kashaya, and Shatapushpa Churna was associated with improved menstrual regularity, reduced obesity, and decreased symptoms of hirsutism and acne in a 19-year-old woman with PCOD.
May 2023 in “Current Applied Science and Technology” In this animal study, researchers found that exposure to a CO2 laser at various power levels caused significant skin damage in rats, including severe burns, coagulation, and tissue obliteration, with higher laser doses resulting in more pronounced injuries.
April 2023 in “Tikrit journal of pharmaceutical sciences” This pilot study found that ginger may improve hair growth and allow for a reduction in prednisolone dosage by mitigating oxidative stress in patients with alopecia areata over 60 days.
February 2023 in “Military Medical Science Letters” This study concluded that both pure-PRP and leukocyte-PRP injections significantly reduced serum CD 68 levels in knee osteoarthritis patients, with pure-PRP being more effective than leukocyte-PRP.