June 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Plucked hair can help diagnose pemphigus vulgaris early.
January 2013 in “Annals of King Edward Medical University” This study observed that androgenetic alopecia notably impacts quality of life, with women experiencing poorer outcomes than men, particularly affecting symptoms, feelings, and personal relationships.
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October 2004 in “Differentiation” This study identified a large deletion in the desmoglein 4 gene as the genetic basis of the Iffa Credo "hairless" rat's skin phenotype, linking it to lanceolate hair mutations.
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September 2010 in “Annual Review of Genomics and Human Genetics” This review discusses the genetic factors involved in hair follicle morphogenesis and cycling and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes the role of genes in hereditary hair diseases.
June 2026 in “Lahore Garrison University Journal of Life Sciences” In this preliminary study, selenium-resistant bacteria and selenium-treated pea sprout extracts showed minimal inhibitory effects on the dandruff-associated fungus Malassezia furfur compared to controls, suggesting potential for further investigation.
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November 2007 in “European journal of endocrinology” This study found that metformin improved insulin resistance, hyperandrogenemia, anovulation, and acne in PCOS patients, regardless of their level of obesity or initial insulin resistance.
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August 2021 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports” This case series highlights the real-world challenges and experiences of US healthcare providers using pegvaliase for phenylketonuria treatment, emphasizing patient education on adverse events and dietary changes, and tailored titration schedules, while reporting that most patients achieved treatment efficacy despite initial adverse events.
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December 2017 in “Tissue and cell/Tissue & cell” This study observed that skin stem cells in dogs could be identified using CD34 and CD200 markers, although further refinement in isolation and cultivation methods is needed for better identification.
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September 2015 in “Clínica e Investigación en Arteriosclerosis” This review discusses the association between certain dermatological diseases and increased cardiovascular risk, highlighting the need for clinicians to address cardiovascular risk factors in these patients.
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June 2004 in “Journal of Molecular Histology” August 2026 in “PLoS ONE” This study will evaluate the clinical efficacy, patient-reported outcomes, and economic impact of the PAXMAN® PSCS 2 automated scalp cooling system versus standard cold-cap therapy to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss in women with localized breast cancer during anthracycline and taxane treatment.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This research formulated and evaluated a multipurpose herbal liquid shampoo using plant-based extracts, which showed good cleansing action, medium foaming, and caused no skin irritation, suggesting it to be a safe alternative to synthetic shampoos.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a multipurpose herbal liquid shampoo formulated with extracts like Horse Gram and Amla, reporting effective cleansing, no skin irritation, and a pH of 5, suitable for scalp and hair.
April 2026 in “Our Dermatology Online”
January 2026 in “The Pharma Innovation” This study describes the successful treatment of a stray kitten with Notoedric mange using a combination of Selamectin, benzyl peroxide shampoo, omega 3 and 6 supplements, and ayurvedic ointment, resulting in complete clinical recovery and negative skin scraping after six weeks.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This case report describes a 4-year-old dog successfully managed for primary hypothyroidism and concurrent Babesia gibsoni infection, treated with thyroxine, Diminazine aceturate, antibiotics, and supportive therapies, resulting in clinical improvement and negative blood smear for Babesia by day 30.
In this study of 454 ICU survivors of severe COVID-19 one year after discharge, 10.2% mortality was observed, and substantial declines in health-related quality of life and increased frailty were reported, implying a need for comprehensive post-ICU care.
October 2024 in “La Tunisie Médicale” In this cross-sectional study conducted at Farhat Hached Hospital in Tunisia, more than half of the 60 alopecia areata patients surveyed experienced depression, particularly younger individuals and those with severe or specific forms of the condition, underscoring the need for psychological support.
September 2024 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This review highlights that COVID-19, beyond affecting the respiratory system, leads to various complications across multiple organ systems like cardiovascular, neurological, and immune, emphasizing the importance of understanding these to enhance patient care and guide future research.
July 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” In this case study, a 45-year-old immunocompetent woman with tinea capitis exhibited an unusual presentation of the infection with a scaly plaque and hair loss, which responded well to treatment with itraconazole.
This article introduces geriatric aesthetics and discusses the potential of platelet-rich plasma as a cost-effective solution in developing countries, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2023 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Both methods of platelet-rich plasma showed positive effects on hair loss.
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March 2018 in “Biomaterials” This study found that in vivo, a novel microneedle system for valproic acid delivery may improve hair regrowth efficacy by upregulating hair follicle development pathways more effectively than topical application.
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September 1992 in “The Lancet” ICL is a condition with low CD4+ T cells like AIDS but not caused by HIV, and normal CD4+ T cell counts may vary between men and women.
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October 2019 in “Pharmaceutics” This study suggests that newly developed micro-pigment-encapsulated biodegradable microneedles accurately implant pigments in pig cadaver skin, potentially advancing scalp micro-pigmentation methods.
May 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” In this study, researchers prepared and evaluated a herbal hair oil using various plant parts, reporting that the oil met all tested parameters and suggested benefits such as promoting hair growth and preventing dandruff, offering an alternative to chemical products.
June 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Applications” In this overview, researchers highlighted the potential for using traditional knowledge from Ayurveda and other systems to identify plant compounds for herbal cosmetics, emphasizing a hair serum that hydrates the scalp and promotes hair growth as an area of interest. Results were not reported.
July 2023 in “International journal of obstetrics and gynaecological nursing” This study observed that a video-assisted teaching program significantly improved the knowledge of polycystic ovarian syndrome among female computer engineering students, with a notable increase from poor to excellent understanding from pre-test to post-test.
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January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the complexity and diverse manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus, highlighting potential genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors in its pathogenesis without presenting new clinical findings.
March 2026 in “FMDB Transactions on Sustainable Health Science Letters” This study developed a method using Convolutional Neural Networks to detect nutritional deficiencies, such as iron, zinc, biotin, and vitamins, through high-resolution images of hair and nails, achieving an 89% accuracy rate in identifying these deficiencies.