13 citations
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April 2021 in “Value in Health” This review categorizes 59 modifications of the Dermatology Life Quality Index across multiple studies, highlighting the need for further validation of these customized health-related quality of life tools in dermatology.
June 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study analyzed reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System and observed an upward trend in suicidality-related safety signals among young male finasteride users since 2019, peaking in 2022, highlighting emerging psychiatric safety concerns and the need for vigilant monitoring of this population.
May 2026 in “Medical Sciences” This review found that vesicle-based therapies, including mammalian MSC-derived and plant-derived vesicles, consistently promote wound healing in preclinical models of thermal injury and may offer a safer alternative to live cell transplants.
This study found that modern styling cosmetics can significantly alter hair structure through changes in interfacial chemistry and cohesion, particularly when applied to already damaged hair.
January 2026 in “JPRAS Open” In this pilot study, PDLLA scalp microinjections showed improvement in physician-rated Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores over 12-24 weeks for 90% of patients with non-scarring alopecia, with no serious adverse events reported, although findings remain preliminary due to methodological limitations.
August 2025 in “BMC Genomics” In this study, researchers found distinct gene expression patterns in Standardbred trotters capable of racing barefoot, suggesting a genetic basis for hoof strength and identifying specific genes involved in hoof biology, which could enhance equine performance and wellbeing through targeted genetic research.
21 citations
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July 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells from type 2 diabetes mice were slightly less effective, yet had comparable therapeutic effects on wound healing compared to non-diabetic controls.
14 citations
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February 2017 in “Scientific Reports” Certain variations of the HDAC9 gene can increase or decrease stroke risk in the Chinese population.
30 citations
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
September 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study reviewed the burden of alopecia areata in the UAE, noting limited regional data on patient demographics and treatments but highlighting the approval and promising results of the Janus kinase inhibitor baricitinib for managing this condition.
February 2021 in “The Brown University Psychopharmacology Update” Finasteride use in young people may increase risk of suicidal thoughts and mental health issues.
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June 2013 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” In this study, the hot-wire hair removal device (no!no!) was found to be no more effective than shaving in reducing hair density, regrowth rate, or altering hair characteristics.
4 citations
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that women with severe hair loss from childhood irradiation for tinea capitis were at a higher risk of developing psychosocial symptoms, including depression, compared to men.
January 2025 in “Drug repurposing” This study reviewed 16 notable drug repurposing patent applications from 2025, highlighting potential new uses such as guanfacine for autonomic dysfunction and disulfiram for subarachnoid hemorrhage survival, though many disclosures lack peer-reviewed studies and no patents are granted.
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July 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” This review noted that alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease impacting hair follicles and offered insights into its complex pathogenesis involving immune responses, while highlighting ongoing research into new treatments such as Janus kinase inhibitors and other immunomodulatory drugs.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common type of hair loss, focusing on differentiation from other conditions and potential causes, but presents no new research findings.
50 citations
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May 2019 in “Drugs” This review discusses the potential therapeutic effects of targeting the endocannabinoid system for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for ongoing research.
67 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” This paper highlights the need for a comprehensive red ginseng monograph to provide standardized information on its components, certified functionality, efficacy, action mechanisms, and safety, especially given its widespread use as a health functional food in South Korea and interest in its benefits worldwide.
48 citations
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January 2018 in “Scientific Reports” This pilot study found that hair metabolome analysis may help differentiate pregnancy complications from healthy pregnancies by revealing significant metabolite differences between trimesters.
39 citations
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July 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that combining platelet-rich plasma with adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells significantly improved diabetic wound healing in rats by enhancing angiogenesis and modulating the Notch signaling pathway.
25 citations
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July 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Gepant medications for migraines show varied safety profiles in this study, with specific adverse events reported across systems like gastrointestinal and skin disorders, highlighting the need for tailored treatment and monitoring.
15 citations
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March 2014 in “General Hospital Psychiatry” The study found that patients with schizophrenia have a higher prevalence of skin diseases than those without, highlighting the importance of proper skin care in this population.
12 citations
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June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This scoping review found a high prevalence of skin conditions among older people living at home, but available evidence on burden and effective care strategies is limited.
8 citations
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June 2019 in “Orphanet journal of rare diseases” This review of 64 published cases of Satoyoshi syndrome from 1967 to 2018 reports that corticosteroids were the most widely used and effective treatment, improving symptoms in most cases, while muscle relaxants like dantrolene primarily benefited muscle symptoms without affecting other symptoms.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Medical Technology” This review discusses current knowledge of keratinocyte stem cell dynamics, including their regenerative roles and potential applications beyond wound healing, but presents no new clinical findings.
This source offers an in-depth review of Methandrostenolone, examining its pharmacology, performance-enhancing effects, potential health risks, and legal status in various countries, while emphasizing the scientific evidence surrounding its use and misuse.
April 2015 in “Andrology” This special issue contains abstracts from the ASA 40th Annual Meeting, providing an overview of various studies without reporting new primary results.
July 2026 in “Pharmacological Reports” In this pilot study, topical latanoprost acid was observed to increase hair count and improve hair follicle structure in women with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious adverse events, suggesting potential for further investigation to confirm its efficacy and safety.
7 citations
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October 2022 in “Advances in Therapy” This review of real-world treatment options for AA indicates that current therapies are insufficient, with high dissatisfaction rates, highlighting a need for improved solutions.
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August 2021 in “Uro” This review concludes that global literature supports the lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens as efficacious and safe for treating lower urinary tract symptoms, with some studies showing equivalence to common pharmacologic agents.