8 citations,
February 1997 in “International journal of environmental analytical chemistry” Most medicinal plants in Mexican folklore have safe element levels, but arsenic exceeds safe limits in almost all.
7 citations,
June 2019 in “Cureus” Fractional lasers and microneedling, combined with topical agents, could potentially treat Alopecia Areata effectively, but more research is needed due to limited data.
7 citations,
July 2018 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” Chitosan nanoparticles are promising for sustained caffeine delivery through the skin.
7 citations,
April 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery” Hyaluronic acid fillers and combination treatments significantly improve facial defects from autoimmune diseases and are well-tolerated.
7 citations,
April 2014 in “Cell biology international” Melatonin treatment helps improve skin health in postmenopausal rats.
7 citations,
May 2013 in “Optometry and vision science” Bimatoprost can help regrow eyelashes in people with trichotillomania.
7 citations,
May 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Scalp fungus infections in Spain are a health concern, with changing causes and a need for better treatment and prevention.
7 citations,
November 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study found a specific pattern of uneven melanin distribution on balding scalps that could help understand skin diseases caused by light exposure.
6 citations,
September 2019 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” RCS-01 therapy is safe and may improve skin structure by affecting gene expression.
6 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” Metformin improved menstrual cycle regularity and signs of hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes but did not improve blood sugar control.
6 citations,
January 2016 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Some minoxidil combinations can help differentiate leukemia cells without harming other cells.
6 citations,
March 2009 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Mexican patients had a lower incidence of skin reactions to drugs and no significant link between these reactions and the TNF2 gene variant.
5 citations,
June 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” Vitamin D may help reduce antibody levels in men with autoimmune thyroiditis and early-onset androgenic alopecia, but has no significant impact on thyroid function.
5 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Dexpanthenol improves hair growth and satisfaction in women without side effects.
5 citations,
June 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” In 2017, Spanish dermatologists commonly prescribed topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nutricosmetics for hair loss, with oral contraceptives also used for premenopausal women. Less common were oral dutasteride, due to side effects, and newer, more expensive treatments like topical finasteride and Low-Level Laser Therapy. The conclusion is that there's a need for prescription guidelines due to varied treatment approaches.
5 citations,
September 2015 in “BMC Medical Genetics” The EDAR gene mutation leads to thinner and more deformed hair shafts.
5 citations,
May 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Radiation therapy successfully treated an elderly man's skin cancer and pre-cancerous scalp lesions.
5 citations,
June 1996 in “Journal of Consumer Policy” The document concludes that with limited resources, the government should focus on impactful enforcement against misleading advertising and encourage businesses to follow guidelines to prevent deception.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Open Health” Eating healthy, exercising, and changing behaviors are the best first steps to treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
4 citations,
March 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 and related stress may increase hair loss known as Telogen effluvium.
4 citations,
March 2018 in “Journal of labelled compounds & radiopharmaceuticals” A new compound was effective for imaging prostate cancer in rats.
4 citations,
February 1996 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Finasteride linked to skin inflammation.
4 citations,
July 1992 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Skin surgery has significantly advanced since 1950, with improvements in chemical peels, hair restoration, lasers, and Mohs surgery, and the development of less invasive techniques and specialized training.
3 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” In Spain, dermatologists most commonly prescribe topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for male hair loss, and topical minoxidil and oral contraceptives for female hair loss. The use of oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil has significantly increased over the past three years.
3 citations,
February 2018 in “Human Reproduction” A man with testotoxicosis was fertile despite low FSH levels, suggesting high testosterone may allow sperm production without FSH.
3 citations,
June 2015 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” The conclusion is that cerebrovascular diseases can cause seizure-like activity in stroke patients, which can be improved with antiepileptic drugs.
3 citations,
March 2010 in “Acta Médica Portuguesa” Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) significantly impacts women's emotional well-being and social lives, requiring treatments that include psychological support.
3 citations,
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document describes various skin conditions, their features, and treatments but lacks detailed study size information.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “PLoS biology” Newly divided skin cells quickly move to join skin structures due to tissue tension and specific signals.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “Ethnobotany research and applications” Traditional medicinal plants are still widely used and could help local development and inter-ethnic relationships.