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October 2016 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Chronic alcoholics most commonly experience skin infections.
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Hair loss after COVID-19 is common, starts sooner in severe cases, and often comes with scalp pain.
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August 2020 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Innovation” Nanoemulgel improves hair growth and quality using finasteride without irritation.
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September 2014 in “Drug Delivery” Using microneedles before applying eflornithine cream can make it more effective at stopping hair growth.
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April 2011 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Anionic liposome formulations of finasteride may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects.
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June 2014 in “Nutrition and Cancer” Eclipta alba extract may work as an anticancer agent and help reverse drug resistance.
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1 citations,
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September 2009 in “Natural Product Research” Citrullus colocynthis fruit extract may effectively treat testosterone-related hair loss, similar to finasteride.
63 citations,
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98 citations,
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64 citations,
May 2019 in “Materials Science and Engineering: C” Microneedle technology has improved drug delivery and patient comfort but needs more research for broader use.
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1 citations,
June 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical research international” Balding in men might indicate a higher risk of metabolic health issues.
1 citations,
June 2019 in “Innovare journal of medical sciences” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.
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26 citations,
June 2003 in “PubMed” Alpha-difluoromethylornithine prevents cancer in mice but causes hair loss.
5 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Nepal Medical Association” Androgenetic alopecia has a minor effect on quality of life but can significantly impact self-esteem and social interactions for some people.