January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the potential of Ziziphus species and its extracted oil as new therapeutic agents in drug development and highlights the need for further studies to fully exploit this species for human health benefits.
1265 citations
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October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends using the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and outlines first-line treatments, emphasizing hormonal contraceptives and lifestyle intervention.
305 citations
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March 2018 in “International journal of molecular sciences” In this review, the authors summarize classical and recent insights into the biology and treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids, concluding that while understanding and strategies have advanced, effective prevention and treatments remain unsatisfactory.
157 citations
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May 2021 in “Endocrine Reviews” This review discusses recent advancements in understanding and managing congenital adrenal hyperplasia, including improvements in screening, diagnostics, and potential genetic and cell-based treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
105 citations
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April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review discusses medical and surgical therapies for alopecias in Black women, focusing on the impact of hair-care practices and the importance of patient education, but reports no new clinical results.
92 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” This article proposes an updated naming system for keratin-associated proteins and genes, aiming to improve data storage and retrieval by including species information and genetic variation.
52 citations
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June 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study defined menstrual phase-specific reference intervals for circulating androgen levels in young women, highlighting that anovulatory females showed higher androgen, LH, and FSH levels compared to ovulatory females.
46 citations
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May 2020 in “Cureus” This review analyzes the molecular and genetic roles of zinc, its connection to diarrheal disease, dietary recommendations, and the impacts of zinc deficiency on health, but reports no new data.
42 citations
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January 2018 in “Expert review of precision medicine and drug development” This review discusses the integration of drug repurposing with personalized medicine through off-label prescribing and reports no new results, highlighting the potential for systematic exploration using omics technologies.
40 citations
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October 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review assessed available treatments for female pattern hair loss and found that minoxidil improved hair regrowth compared to placebo, though high-quality evidence was limited for other interventions.
39 citations
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April 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews comprehensive surveys on the prevalence and impact of skin disease in resource-poor countries, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights challenges such as health literacy and service access.
33 citations
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September 2016 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” In this review, the authors report that fractional resurfacing can be a safe and effective technique for treating scars and promoting photorejuvenation in Asian skin, though it requires cautious use to minimize risks like post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and rebound melasma.
27 citations
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January 1990 in “Child Psychiatry & Human Development” This review discusses the demographic, dermatologic, clinical, and psychodynamic aspects of trichotillomania, exploring its potential link to anxiety but reports no new clinical findings.
24 citations
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January 2021 in “Physiological Research” This review addresses the effects of testosterone on brain development and examines both the established sex differences in brain functions and the debate surrounding structural dimorphism in neuropsychiatric conditions.
19 citations
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May 2005 in “Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health” This study found that skin diseases were common among male Latino poultry-processing workers in North Carolina, with all workers diagnosed with at least one condition, affecting their quality of life.
17 citations
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January 2007 in “Popular Communication” This study analyzes the cultural ideology of female body image as portrayed in makeover TV programs, focusing on the impact of patriarchy, but it reports no new empirical results.
13 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” This systematic review assessed cyclosporine's effectiveness with or without corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata, finding combined therapy more effective and with a lower recurrence rate than monotherapy, especially for severe cases, though results varied by alopecia type.
11 citations
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January 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study found that young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia had impaired sexual function and mild depressive symptoms compared to healthy women.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This article reviews the development and use of induced pluripotent stem cell models and artificial organoids for studying neurodevelopmental disorders, but it reports no new clinical findings.
9 citations
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February 2016 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” This chapter reviews the role of self in disorders related to the OCD spectrum, such as hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania, and reports no new findings.
6 citations
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April 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This book discusses various unanswered questions about headaches, including genetic factors, smartphone effects, and botulinum toxin's potential benefits for chronic migraines, but reports no new clinical findings.
5 citations
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April 2007 in “Popular Communication” This article examines how makeover television programs reflect and reinforce patriarchal ideals of beauty and identity in women's body image, without presenting new empirical findings.
4 citations
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May 2025 in “Open Access Journal of Contraception” This study suggests that lower-dose ethinyl estradiol formulations and progestin-only contraceptives may offer safer options for managing PCOS in obese women due to minimal metabolic effects.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study observed that hair characteristics significantly impact daily life, self-image, and well-being, varying by gender, ethnicity, and country, suggesting a need for interventions to address these psychological and social effects.
3 citations
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July 2025 in “BIOMED natural and applied science” This systematic review synthesizes the current state of drug repurposing, revealing its potential in various therapeutic areas like oncology and infectious diseases through insights from mechanistic studies and real-world evidence, and discusses emerging tools and challenges in the field.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” In this study, researchers reported that women with polycystic ovary syndrome in a German-speaking population had higher probabilities of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea, all associated with BMI and insulin resistance.
3 citations
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July 2015 in “European Journal of Dermatology” This abstract discusses the role of advanced glycation end-products in aging-related skin damage, but does not provide new findings on their impact on alopecia.
2 citations
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December 2020 in “Revista Colombiana de Bioética” This review discusses the lack of explicit theoretical foundations in empirical studies on transgender men and emphasizes the need for bioethical frameworks to guide decision-making.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Applied clinical research, clinical trials and regulatory affairs” This review discusses the regulations and clinical safety aspects of hair care cosmetics, highlighting the FDA's recommendation to evaluate these products for allergic reactions, avoid contamination, and include antimicrobial agents to ensure consumer safety, with ongoing monitoring through consumer feedback.
2 citations
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January 2019 This review discusses autoimmune skin disorders, including lupus erythematosus and scleroderma, and their common treatments, reporting no new clinical results.