49 citations
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June 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that complaints of hair loss among adult female dermatology patients were associated with a higher prevalence of depression symptoms.
32 citations
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January 2015 in “Annals of diagnostic pathology” This study highlights the importance of recognizing oral lesions in diagnosing syphilis, as illustrated by three reported cases.
30 citations
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September 2011 in “International Wound Journal” This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy significantly improved wound area and depth reduction in chronic wounds compared to pre-treatment, suggesting registry data can effectively complement traditional clinical trials.
10 citations
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February 2022 in “Epidemiologia” This study reported that about one-third of post-COVID-19 patients experienced long-term symptoms, with women, older individuals, smokers, and those with specific blood groups at higher risk for complications.
9 citations
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May 2019 in “Experimental Cell Research” This study found that Hedgehog signaling likely contributes to cervical carcinogenesis, and while itraconazole reduced growth in mice, it did so through pathways other than inhibiting Hedgehog signaling.
8 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This letter to the editor about prostaglandins in androgenetic alopecia in men and women reports no new research findings.
6 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that for men with moderate-to-severe LUTS/BPH, 6 months of treatment with tamsulosin plus the hexanic extract of S. repens was as effective as tamsulosin plus a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor but had better tolerability.
5 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that oral dutasteride increased hair count more than intralesional administration in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed for a reliable comparison.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This study reported that among postmenopausal women with female pattern hair loss, treatment with topical finasteride 0.5% and minoxidil 2% was more effective at improving hair condition than treatment with topical 17α-estradiol 0.05% and minoxidil 2%, particularly notable at 12-18 months of follow-up.
3 citations
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March 2025 in “Science Advances” This study found that the unique crest feather formation in Polish chickens is driven by a 195-bp duplication in the HoxC10 gene region, which alters gene expression by modifying the genomic structure, suggesting a mechanism for diverse integumentary appendages in birds.
3 citations
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June 2023 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” This study reviews the poorly understood occurrence of secondary alopecia, including scarring and non-scarring types, as a rare side effect of cosmetic procedures, emphasizing the need for awareness and early biopsy when patients experience changes in hair density or loss.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Public Health” In this study, 76% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients experienced post-COVID-19 syndrome with symptoms like difficulty concentrating and fatigue lasting around 150 days, significantly impacting their quality of life through increased pain, discomfort, and anxiety.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Implantology and Health Sciences” This research overviewed recent studies on innovative treatments for alopecia areata, such as JAK inhibitors and stem cell therapy, revealing promising hair regrowth results, though further research is needed to confirm long-term efficacy and understand risk-benefit profiles.
2 citations
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March 2022 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This letter to the editor presents no new research results; it discusses a combination of dutasteride intralesional microinjections with oral minoxidil versus oral minoxidil alone for treating androgenetic alopecia in men.
2 citations
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December 2000 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” In this study, the population of Freixo de Espada à Cinta had a high prevalence of melanocytic nevi, which increased with age, and solar keratosis was notably higher in those over 60.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “Therapeutic Advances in Drug Safety” This case report highlights the rare overlap of DRESS and Stevens-Johnson syndrome following antituberculosis treatment, emphasizing the critical importance of timely diagnosis and intervention to manage severe symptoms and prevent organ damage.
March 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that the TYK2 inhibitor deucravacitinib did not significantly improve hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata compared to placebo, suggesting it may not be effective for this condition. No new safety issues were identified.
February 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this narrative review, researchers found preliminary evidence suggesting that minoxidil, both topical and oral, may enhance nail growth and improve nail strength and appearance, though more extensive studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety for this off-label use.
February 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” In this case report, a 62-year-old postmenopausal woman with hyperandrogenism exhibited male-pattern alopecia and hirsutism, which improved after bilateral adrenal adenomas were removed, underscoring the need for investigation of androgen-producing tumors in similar cases.
December 2024 in “CONICET Digital (CONICET)” This study found that the small signaling peptide RALF22 plays a key role in root hair growth response to volatile compounds emitted by Penicillium aurantiogriseum through ethylene, auxin, and photosynthesis signaling in Arabidopsis.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, a female mixed-breed dog was observed with dermatophytosis, presenting with alopecia in the neck and ear, highlighting the zoonotic nature of the infection caused by fungi that can affect both animals and humans.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This review suggests that oral Janus kinase inhibitors like tofacitinib, ruxolitinib, and baricitinib show promise for treating alopecia areata in adults, both in terms of efficacy and safety.
May 2023 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” This review highlights the potential of microneedle devices in dermatology for conditions like skin aging and autoimmune skin diseases, emphasizing their ability to facilitate targeted drug delivery by creating temporary skin pathways.
January 2023 in “Repositorio Fundación Universitaria Agraria de Colombia” This article discusses the structure, functions, and protective role of the skin without presenting new research findings.
This study characterized Eclipta alba for use in a capillary product for alopecia, confirming its suitable physico-chemical properties and pharmacological constituents, including wedelolactone for hair growth.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Patients with multiple superficial venous thrombosis are at greater risk for serious complications like cancer and recurrent blood clots.
This study found that neonatal administration of Allopregnanolone may mitigate some behavioral effects of early maternal separation in adolescence, but also lead to similar adverse effects as the separation in adulthood.
This review discusses recent advances in using stem cells for skin repair and regeneration after severe burn injuries, but it reports no new clinical results.
January 2022 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” This study reported that a natural complex showed good efficacy in improving hair loss in both male and female androgenetic alopecia over six months.
February 2024 in “Bangladesh pharmaceutical journal” This study measured the amounts of thiamine and riboflavin in Bogura's Geographical Indication branded yogurt and whey, finding them rich in these vitamins, which are beneficial for health.