April 2019 in “Dermatology reports” This case study reported that scalp dermoscopy, or trichoscopy, provided a useful noninvasive method to evaluate and confirm hair regrowth in a child treated for tinea capitis.
January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
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.
May 2025 in “Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation” This study found that Aloe vera and Citrus lemon extracts demonstrated notable antibacterial effects against Propionibacterium acnes in both lab and human skin models, with combined use resulting in a 67% reduction in acne, suggesting potential for future therapeutic applications.
January 2025 in “INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT” This abstract highlights the increasing significance of herbal hair conditioners, which blend traditional plant-based ingredients with modern hair care needs, offering benefits like nourishing and protecting hair without harsh chemicals, and meeting consumer preferences for eco-friendly, organic products in the beauty industry.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Life Science” This review highlights several natural ingredients, including Citrus Sinensis, Nigella sativa, flax seed, and coconut oil, that may promote hair growth and prevent hair loss due to their protective and nourishing properties, focusing on their formulation into hair serum.
This study concluded that monthly intralesional autologous platelet-rich plasma therapy significantly decreased alopecia areata severity over four months compared to daily 5% topical minoxidil therapy.
January 2024 in “Journal of chemical health risks” In this study, gold nanoparticles-embedded ceria nanoparticles with enhanced antioxidant activities effectively reduced inflammation and colon injury in a colitis mouse model, suggesting their potential as a nano-therapeutic for inflammatory bowel disease.
December 2023 in “Health Information Jurnal Penelitian” Among adults suffering from post-COVID syndrome, this study reported fatigue as the most common long-term effect, observed in 71.4% of cases, followed by shortness of breath, anxiety/depression, and memory and attention deficits.
December 2023 in “Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin” This study found that combining lecithin reverse wormlike micelles with isopropyl myristate enhanced the skin permeability of a model hydrophilic drug, facilitated by interactions with sebum in hair follicles.
August 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This educational activity reports no new research findings; it aims to help physicians assess and improve their clinical skills through self-evaluation and continued medical education.
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hormonal differences affect male pattern baldness.
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February 2017 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Biology” The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
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January 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this retrospective study at a New Delhi children's hospital, the authors found that pediatric skin diseases were most commonly infections and infestations, with bacterial infections and scabies leading, followed by eczemas.
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that dermoscopy showed distinctive patterns for different types of alopecia, supporting its clinical usefulness for diagnosing diseases with small round or oval hairless patches on the scalp.
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January 1993 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, most hair disorders among HIV-1 positive patients were associated with low helper T cell counts, with papulosquamous conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis being the most common.
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January 2005 in “Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association” This study found that cyclosporine A treatment at 5 mg/kg/day may reduce inflammation and promote gland regeneration in dogs with sebaceous adenitis, though symptoms returned when treatment stopped.
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This study found that trichoscopy can rapidly and noninvasively diagnose tinea capitis and alopecia areata in pediatric patients by identifying specific hair patterns associated with each condition.
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March 1942 in “Journal of Endocrinology” This article reviews studies on thyroid influence on hair growth, noting varied results, including accelerated growth in some normal and underfed rats after thyroid administration, but reports no clinical results.
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review highlights the light microscopic features of various infectious and non-infectious hair conditions and reports no new clinical results.
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March 1998 in “Mycoses” In this study, 31 children with kerion Celsi were treated successfully with antifungal medications, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to prevent scarring and hair loss.
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August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In these studies, among 326 geriatric patients in Ottawa, the most common skin complaints were actinic keratoses, eczema, benign tumors, and malignant tumors.
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June 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that over half of skin diseases observed in Yemen, particularly in Hajjah, were dermatitis and eczematous disorders, and infections, suggesting the influence of local socioeconomic and environmental factors.
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January 2009 in “Nippon Ishinkin Gakkai Zasshi” This case report details a 10-year-old boy diagnosed with kerion celsi caused by Microsporum gypseum, successfully treated with itraconazole over 4.5 months.
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December 2003 in “Veterinary dermatology” In this study, mange lesions with alopecia and crusts in masked palm civets in Japan were caused by the mite Notoedres cati.
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February 2009 in “Cell Stem Cell” This study found that hair germ cells, derived from bulge stem cells, respond faster to dermal papilla signals and have limited proliferation compared to bulge cells during hair regeneration.
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January 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online” This study found that polymorphic eruption was the most common pregnancy-related dermatosis, occurring mostly in the third trimester.
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September 1989 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Carbamazepine may cause reversible nail detachment.
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October 2019 in “Journal of Cancer Immunology” This article discusses the role of external beam radiotherapy as a primary treatment method for cancer and reports no new clinical findings.
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June 2021 in “Primates” This study found that wild geladas in Ethiopian crop areas experienced higher levels of human disturbance and health issues, such as increased parasitic infections, compared to those in pasture areas.