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November 2025 in “Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM)” This study developed a new measurement procedure using isotope dilution-liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry for accurate quantification of DHEAS in human serum or plasma, demonstrating high selectivity, sensitivity, and low measurement uncertainty, making it suitable for routine standardization and clinical evaluation.
June 2019 in “Stem Cell Research” This study established a pluripotent stem cell line from a patient with androgenetic alopecia, which can potentially be used to study the disease's pathological mechanisms.
April 2016 in “Annals of laboratory medicine” The researchers reported that epitestosterone treatment reduced eicosanoid levels generated by cyclooxygenases and lipoxygenases in rabbit liver samples with carrageenan-induced inflammation.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” In this study, black rice extract ointment was found to enhance hair follicle growth in Wistar rats, with 10% to 30% formulations showing progressively greater hair growth after 21 days, attributed to the high antioxidant content.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Web Based Communities” This study explored the motivations behind 'bro-science' YouTube videos on baldness, finding that posters aim to communicate product benefits, share research and experiences, and create a community around shared solutions.
16 citations
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June 2017 in “PLoS ONE” This small study reports that a 6-group geometric classification method is more reliable for classifying human hair curl, although a digital system could further reduce errors.
6 citations
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May 2011 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This review discusses the causes of alopecia, including androgenetic alopecia, and potential active ingredients for hair regrowth, but it does not report new clinical results.
March 2026 in “Health Psychology Report” In this study, individuals with alopecia and psoriasis reported higher body shame and depressive symptoms and lower self-compassion compared to the general population, with self-compassion mediating the relationship between external shame and anxiety and depression symptoms.
June 2023 in “International Journal of Clinical Research and Reports” This study found that higher concentrations of topical diphenylcyclopropenone, especially when prepared with acetone, showed better stability over 6 months compared to lower concentrations.
October 2019 in “Academic medicine” This narrative recounts a medical student's early experiences of confidence in diagnostics, transforming into a commitment to honesty and empathy in patient care after a challenging clinical encounter.
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
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August 1979 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that a histochemical stain using 4-dimethyl-aminocinnamaldehyde effectively distinguishes between plucked anagen and telogen hairs by causing the root ends of anagen hairs to develop a red color.
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March 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article addresses an unusual side effect of azathioprine but provides no abstract or detailed results, focusing instead on a specific dermatological perspective.
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October 2025 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism” This review discusses 'vibe coding', a new approach that allows clinicians with minimal coding skills to utilize machine learning tools for medical research by using natural language directives to generate and refine code through AI-driven platforms.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This study found that SesZen-Bio TM, a proprietary extract from Sesbania grandiflora leaves, increased proliferation of hair cells and hair shaft length in vitro and ex vivo, potentially due to activation of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling and stem cell differentiation pathways.
April 2024 in “International journal of clinical trials” In this study, researchers found that a standardized extract of Sesbania grandiflora (SesZen-Bio™) improved hair density and thickness, as well as increased serum ferritin levels, over an 8-week period among participants, suggesting enhanced keratin production and follicle growth.
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August 1996 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that combining cyproterone acetate with testosterone enanthate was highly effective in suppressing spermatogenesis, suggesting potential as a reversible male contraceptive method.
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May 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that while flutamide was very effective in improving hirsutism in women over long-term treatment, a high incidence of adverse effects led to a majority discontinuing the therapy.
September 2022 in “JAMC. Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbotabad, Pakistan/Journal of Ayub Medical College” This case study reports that zinc supplementation significantly improved the symptoms of Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a 12-year-old boy, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment compliance.
January 2018 in “International journal of food and nutrition research” Intermittent iron and nutritional supplements can help reduce hair loss.
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February 2011 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.
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April 2010 in “Gastroenterology” This review explores various theories of colorectal cancer stem cell biology and highlights the need for better identification and targeting of these cells to advance treatment strategies, but reports no new clinical findings.
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December 2024 in “Theranostics” In this study, a newly developed nanoparticle-loaded hydrogel wound dressing demonstrated significant antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and proangiogenic activities, effectively reducing pain and promoting healing in a murine burn wound model while preventing infection by *Staphylococcus aureus*.
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June 2017 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” This study found that alkaloids isolated from Eclipta alba leaves showed increasing antimicrobial activity with higher concentrations, particularly against S. aureus and E. coli, suggesting potential for developing antimicrobial agents.
35 citations
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March 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that in androgenic alopecia, the arrector pili muscle degenerates and is replaced by fat, unlike in normal skin or telogen effluvium.
28 citations
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September 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the potential of three-dimensional printed mesoporous scaffolds for drug delivery applications, particularly for bone cells and tissues, but reports no new clinical results.
28 citations
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January 2003 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” This study found that melatonin's effect on HaCaT keratinocyte proliferation varied with concentration and incubation time, with no cytotoxic effects observed at suitable concentrations for skin treatment.
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December 2012 in “The Clinical Journal of Pain” This study found that trichodynia is associated with both peripheral and central sensitization, potentially linked to hair cycle abnormalities and chronic pain through proinflammatory agents.
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March 2021 in “Rheumatology and Immunology Research” The CSTAR registry, the largest in China for SLE, reports more than 25,000 patients registered since 2009, detailing demographics, clinical characteristics, and providing data for future studies.
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December 2015 in “Textile Research Journal” This study describes the development of polyamide 6 composite fibers with amber filler, finding them suitable for use in medical textiles such as compression garments due to their biocompatibility with skin cells.