14 citations
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August 2021 in “Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy” This research discusses the potential antitumor effects of metformin, a common diabetes medication, noting its controversial influence on different malignant tumors and its uncertain mechanisms. Understanding these effects on tumors may aid in the development of new cancer treatments.
20 citations
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January 2022 in “Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity” This study found that intrinsic reactive oxygen species drive the hair follicle cycle progression through DNA damage and repair, apoptosis, and macrophage polarization, influencing hair loss and regeneration dynamics in mice.
January 2024 in “Journal of lipid research” In this study, finasteride was found to reduce cholesterol levels and delay atherosclerosis in LDL receptor-deficient mice, and men using finasteride reported lower cholesterol levels, suggesting potential cardiovascular benefits by improving lipid profiles.
November 2015 in “Clin-Alert” Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.
23 citations
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October 1958 in “PubMed” 5 citations
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March 2017 in “Immunology and Cell Biology” This review discusses recent advances in biomedical imaging for cancer research, particularly highlighting improved imaging tools for studying solid tissue malignancies, and reports no new clinical results.
October 2023 in “Clinical case reports” This case study reports the first Palestinian case of an ovarian steroid cell tumor with virilization in a young female, highlighting the challenges in diagnosis and varied chemotherapeutic responses.
January 2015 in “DSpace@MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)” This study found that overexpression of the metabolic enzyme PHGDH can promote cancer initiation and progression, highlighting its significant role in tumor cell proliferation and tumorigenesis.
July 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This review examined the dermatological potential of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) and found preliminary evidence of its beneficial effects on various non-malignant skin conditions, such as pigmentary disorders, inflammatory skin issues, wound healing, and scalp health, though further research is needed to confirm these findings.
September 2024 in “MedComm” This study by Bansaccal et al. found that skin with higher levels of type I collagen density and elasticity in the dermis can inhibit basal cell carcinoma development and spread by acting as a natural barrier against cell reprogramming in mice.
85 citations
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January 2018 in “Cell stem cell” This study found that synchronized signals in the microenvironment regulate stem cell lineage choices in hair follicles by influencing chromatin dynamics during regeneration.
April 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This study reviews the complexities of burn-related skin complications, highlighting postburn pruritus, dyspigmentation, and the risk of malignant ulcers, while offering a framework for evidence-based management through various treatment approaches.
18 citations
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December 2016 in “European journal of pharmacology” In this study, 12-Chloracetyl-PPD showed anti-cancer activity by inhibiting cancer cell viability and inducing apoptosis through reactive oxygen species production without harming normal cells.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “BMC chemistry” In this study, researchers used computational modeling and virtual screening to identify two FDA-approved drugs, Tadalafil and Finasteride, that may effectively inhibit key proteins involved in melanoma progression, suggesting potential for new therapeutic strategies against aggressive melanoma.
September 2022 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that scalp melanoma often occurs in areas with androgenetic alopecia, and patients without alopecia might experience a later diagnosis due to hair coverage, leading to potentially worse outcomes.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” This narrative review reports that Janus kinase inhibitors show promise as an effective treatment for alopecia areata, especially in patients who do not respond to conventional therapies, although further research on long-term use and topical application is needed.
8 citations
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June 2010 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” This study found that complete surgical resection and multidisciplinary management were crucial for treating proliferating trichilemmal tumors, though malignant cases showed recurrence and mortality risks.
April 2026 in “Amino Acids” This study reviews prior research using transgenic K6/ODC mice and demonstrates that elevated polyamines in epithelial cells contribute significantly to skin tumor development and progression by stimulating proliferation, altering cell signaling and chromatin remodeling, and affecting immune functionality, amongst other mechanisms.
6 citations
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review summarizes the role of Ectodysplasin A signaling in skin appendage development and various diseases, noting potential clinical applications but reporting no new research findings.
5 citations
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May 2021 in “EMBO journal” This review discusses the role of polarity signaling in coordinating tissue mechanics, micro-environmental functions, and cell fate decisions, but it reports no new results, highlighting the need for further study in mammalian models.
3 citations
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September 2023 in “Skin research and technology” This review article highlights the potential of mesenchymal stem cells, their exosomes, and non-coding RNAs in repairing aging skin tissues due to their ability to secrete beneficial compounds, suggesting their promising role in photoaging treatment without causing immune rejection or granuloma formation.
3 citations
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July 2023 in “Biomolecules” This study reports that some human cell surface HLA-I molecules (including HLA-B27) can appear without their usual peptide component, potentially altering immune interactions, influencing arthritis development in specific mice models, and exhibiting upregulation in certain cancer cells.
This case report highlights a rare occurrence of squamous cell carcinoma developing at the site of synthetic hair implantation many years later, emphasizing the need for vigilance when examining chronic scalp lesions in patients with such procedures.
10 citations
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March 2003 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” This study presents a case of idiopathic alopecia mucinosa achieving complete remission with minocycline treatment and reviews the existing literature on the condition.
51 citations
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April 2021 in “JAMA network open” This study found that artificial intelligence assistance improved diagnostic accuracy in dermatologic cases for primary care physicians and nurse practitioners, with higher agreement rates with reference diagnoses observed.
20 citations
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August 2019 in “Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare” This study found that dermatologists in São Paulo reported increased confidence in teledermatology over one year, citing its utility for triage and diagnosis, particularly for superficial infections and pigmentary disorders.
2 citations
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September 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” In this study, baricitinib was effective in improving hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata over one year, especially when treatment began within four years of symptom onset.
2 citations
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December 2019 in “Cureus” This report describes a case of secondary cutis verticis gyrata due to a cerebriform intradermal nevus, highlighting clinical management and screening guidelines.
180 citations
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July 1973 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” In this study, minoxidil effectively reduced blood pressure to near normal levels in patients with malignant or accelerated hypertension resistant to conventional treatments, offering a potential alternative to nephrectomy.
33 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” This study found that hair follicle stem cells from hidradenitis suppurativa patients showed alterations in cell cycle regulation and DNA replication, potentially linking genetic predisposition to the skin inflammation characteristic of the disease.