January 2026 in “Scientific Reports” This study assessed Palestinian women newly diagnosed with breast cancer and found that higher spiritual well-being is associated with improved body image and sexual functioning, and reduced distress from treatment side effects, suggesting spiritual support should be integrated into cancer care.
January 2026 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” In this randomized controlled trial, both Botulinum Toxin-A and Triamcinolone Acetonide showed substantial effectiveness in treating patchy Alopecia Areata, but Botulinum Toxin-A avoided complications while Triamcinolone led to skin atrophy in 16.7% of patients.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the integration of nanoparticles with microneedles to improve drug delivery through enhanced stability, bioavailability, and controlled release, noting ongoing challenges with stability, scalability, and safety.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Current Research and Review” This review of Adiantum capillus-veneris highlights its traditional medicinal uses, rich phytochemical profile, and broad range of pharmacological activities, but emphasizes the need for more research to validate and expand its therapeutic applications.
December 2025 in “Cureus” This study suggests that elevated levels of IL-17A and IL-23 in alopecia areata may play roles in disease severity and activity, providing insights into potential therapeutic targets.
December 2025 in “International journal of research and scientific innovation” This study observed that Nigerian women with PCOS have significantly higher levels of myocardial biomarkers (MYO, cTnI, CK-MB), indicating potential chronic, subclinical myocardial injury in this population.
December 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Stem Cell” This study found a higher prevalence of lipid abnormalities in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, especially in severe cases, highlighting the need for early screening and treatment to prevent cardiovascular complications.
December 2025 in “Yemeni Journal of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences” This study concluded that mineral deficiencies in sheep and goats grazing in Sana’a Governorate, Yemen, were linked to poor health and performance, recommending mineral supplementation to improve their condition.
November 2025 in “Jurnal Pendidikan Indonesia” In this study at the IPB Taman Kencana campus, researchers found that all examined stray cats were infested with ectoparasites, primarily Ctenocephalides felis fleas, leading to health issues such as anemia and stress.
November 2025 in “Khalij-Libya Journal of Dental and Medical Research” In this study, Libyan patients with diffuse hair loss were found to have significantly lower levels of zinc, ferritin, and vitamin D compared to those without hair loss, suggesting a possible link between these micronutrient deficiencies and hair loss.
This study observed that spiritual well-being significantly correlates with quality of life aspects in newly diagnosed Palestinian women with breast cancer, where factors like inner peace and faith predicted better body image and reduced distress from hair loss.
October 2025 in “Journal of Veterinary Clinics” In this case study, a Pomeranian was diagnosed with vaccine-induced ischemic dermatopathy, where different medication regimens gradually improved hair regrowth, though some lesions persisted after tapering treatment.
October 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study investigates the complex impact of bariatric surgery on skin disorders, reporting improvements in conditions like acanthosis nigricans and psoriasis, while new issues such as xeroderma and alopecia may also emerge postoperatively.
September 2025 in “Media Kedokteran Hewan” This study found that 90% of African pygmy hedgehogs at Golden Dhonje Farm in Bogor District were affected by potential zoonotic fungi, including Scopulariopsis sp. and Penicillium sp.
September 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This research reports that onychomycosis, a common nail fungal infection often caused by Candida yeast, requires laboratory testing like direct preparations, fungal cultures, and molecular tests for accurate diagnosis due to its diverse etiology and differential diagnosis, improving therapy effectiveness and efficiency.
September 2025 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” In this review, researchers explored the complex mechanisms behind chemotherapy-induced side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss, and discussed potential strategies using natural agents to manage these toxicities, improving understanding for targeted adjunct therapies.
September 2025 in “Journal of Phytonanotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences” This comprehensive review reports on the therapeutic potential and bioactive components of licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn), highlighting its diverse pharmacological properties and health benefits but also noting associated toxicity and adverse effects in medicinal and food applications.
August 2025 in “Bioscientia Medicina Journal of Biomedicine and Translational Research” In this case study, a 3-year-old with tinea capitis achieved complete resolution following treatment, highlighting hair salons as potential indirect transmission sites for infection and emphasizing trichoscopy's diagnostic value when traditional signs like Wood’s lamp fluorescence are missing.
August 2025 in “Japan Journal of Clinical & Medical Research” This study found a widespread vitamin D deficiency among medical laboratory visitors in Misurata City, with 80.42% of females and 19.57% of males affected, and higher deficiency rates during winter and spring, particularly in individuals aged 35–45.
This study reported a significant association between the SNP rs2479106 in the DENND1A gene and PCOS in Saudi Arabian females, while no association was found for SNPs rs10818854 and rs10986105.
June 2025 in “Mağallaẗ ʻulūm al-rāfidayn” In this study with diabetic rats, the researchers found that combining Amoxicillin/Clavulanate with metformin may enhance the glucose-lowering effects of metformin, without affecting cholesterol, triglycerides, or certain electrolytes.
May 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that geraniol, derived from Apiaceae plants, may be an effective and eco-friendly treatment for scabies, achieving complete clinical recovery in infected rabbits within two weeks.
May 2025 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” In this case study, a 10-year-old boy with alopecia caused by infections with Microsporum audouinii and Microsporum canis was successfully treated with oral griseofulvine over two months, highlighting a rare co-infection.
April 2025 in “Revista JRG de Estudos Acadêmicos” This study examined the use of Instagram® to share scientific information about onychomycosis, a common nail fungal infection, and found it to be an effective tool for engaging a broad audience with educational posts about prevention and treatment over two months.
January 2025 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” This study found a weak association between Cyp11a1 gene variation and polycystic ovary syndrome, with higher di-hydro-testosterone levels observed in individuals with the syndrome and anovulatory PCOS compared to controls.
January 2025 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Research Science & Technology” This review explores the potential, challenges, and recent advancements of dissolving microneedles in drug delivery, summarizing their varied applications and current limitations without providing new clinical results.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry” In this case report, a domestic shorthair cat with Trypanosoma evansi infection fully recovered after treatment with diminazene aceturate and supportive therapies, with no Trypanosoma detected in the blood following the treatment course.
January 2025 in “RSC Pharmaceutics” Smart microneedles using advanced tech could improve psoriasis treatment.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” In this review, researchers highlighted the potential benefits of using herbal remedies, such as Aloe vera, Bhringraj, Neem, Tea tree oil, Amla, and Hibiscus, for treating various hair problems like dandruff, scalp infections, and premature greying, suggesting natural alternatives to traditional hair treatments.
January 2025 in “Acta Dermatovenerologica Alpina Pannonica et Adriatica” This study found a high prevalence of alopecia in adolescents from northern Sudan, especially among females, and identified iron deficiency as significantly associated with the condition.