81 citations
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February 2014 in “EMBO molecular medicine” This study found that prolonged Nrf2 activation in mouse keratinocytes led to enlarged sebaceous glands, hair loss, and cysts, suggesting a role for Nrf2 in conditions like MADISH.
This study identified ten key magistral dermatological formulations, such as personalized trichological preparations and Kligman’s formula, which fill critical gaps unmet by standardized products, particularly in cases like pediatric scabies or autoimmune mucosal diseases, illustrating the role of compounding in precision medicine.
November 2022 in “The Caucasus” This article reviews the historical development and challenges of highway construction worldwide, highlighting key milestones from Italy's 1924 autobahn to China's leading pace in the 21st century, and reports no new results.
December 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” This study evaluated the quality of 5% Minoxidil samples and found that only one out of three magistral formulations met acceptance criteria, highlighting the need for stricter quality control in custom pharmacy preparations to ensure their therapeutic efficacy.
January 2023 in “Brazilian Journals Editora eBooks”
February 2020 in “Drug Analytical Research” This study found that magistral topical minoxidil solutions had differences in color, viscosity, and acidity compared to industrial formulations and issues with drug content and dosage indication, despite similar follicular penetration.
August 2018 in “Cadernos de Agroecologia” This study reported that a new sulfur paste formulation with added plant extract and propolis effectively treated scabies in rabbits by promoting rapid tissue regeneration, hair growth, and eliminating secondary infections, offering a more affordable and less irritating alternative to commercial treatments.
This study found that in rats, combined treatment with finasteride and doxazosin altered epithelial cell behavior and matrix metalloproteinases activity, suggesting effects possibly mediated by TGF-β1 and androgen pathways.
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January 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This paper reviews the growing use of psychotropic drugs in dermatology due to the link between mental states and skin conditions but does not present new clinical findings.
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January 1997 in “Principles of Medical Biology” This article reviews the role of enzymatic processes in drug and toxin metabolism, emphasizing their impact on solubility and elimination, without presenting new clinical findings.
38 citations
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September 2014 in “Cell and Tissue Research” This review explores the infundibulum's role and importance in skin diseases and emphasizes the need for further research into its biology and potential therapeutic targeting, but it presents no new findings.
January 2026 in “International journal of Indian medicine” This case study reports significant hair regrowth in a patient with alopecia areata using Ayurvedic treatments, which included Nasya with Bindu Taila, Pracchan Karma, and topical therapies with castor leaves and buffalo butter, without causing adverse effects.
February 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This case study in a Labrador dog diagnosed with cutaneous lymphoma reports that treatment using the modified Wisconsin Madison protocol led to an uneventful recovery, despite the occurrence of vincristine-associated ileus, which was successfully treated with neostigmine.
July 2026 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” This narrative review explores current understanding and management of female pattern hair loss, highlighting the role of genetic and environmental factors, and discussing diagnostic approaches like trichoscopy alongside emerging therapeutic strategies.
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June 2014 in “Klinik Psikofarmakoloji Bulteni-bulletin of Clinical Psychopharmacology” This article discusses historical serendipitous discoveries in science and medicine but provides no new research findings.
176 citations
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August 1981 in “JAMA” This study reported that toxic shock syndrome, originally noted in children, is now predominantly associated with menstruating women, with some experiencing recurrence and complications like vocal cord paralysis and impaired finger sensation.
August 2026 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This narrative review suggests that the association between weight-loss medications and telogen effluvium is primarily due to metabolic changes from rapid weight loss, rather than a direct pharmacological effect on hair follicles.
This study evaluated the therapeutic response of an Afro-descendant patient with non-scarring alopecia after prolonged use of alkaline straighteners and mechanical traction, highlighting the susceptibility of Afro hair to chemical and mechanical damage due to its structure.
March 2025 in “Acta Portuguesa de Nutrição” This review suggests that deficiencies in specific vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A and zinc, may influence the risk of hair loss, though more research is needed to confirm this link.
July 2024 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)” This review highlights encouraging findings on platelet-rich plasma's effectiveness in improving skin texture, firmness, and elasticity in aesthetic procedures but emphasizes the need for more standardized protocols and robust clinical trials.
April 2024 in “REVISTA INTERDISCIPLINAR CIÊNCIAS MÉDICAS” In this study, 41% of participants reported experiencing alopecia post-COVID-19, with notable associations found between the condition and female sex, azithromycin use, and symptoms like fatigue and post-infection skin irritation.
August 2023 in “Vittalle” This integrative literature review investigated clinical trials on using medicinal plants, herbal products, and dietary supplements for treating alopecia, noting a need for further studies due to limited chemical-pharmaceutical analyses of the plant species involved, which include Allium sativum and Rosmarinus officinalis.
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January 2024 in “Advances in Engineering Technology Research” This study found that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells from Guizhou miniature pigs showed stable growth and multidirectional differentiation potential, making them ideal for tissue engineering applications.
November 2025 in “Advances in Education Humanities and Social Science Research” This review reports that certain chemical ingredients in cosmetics are linked to various health issues, including cancer and reproductive disorders, and highlights concerns about their safety, advising careful selection and use to mitigate potential risks to human health.
December 2025 in “JMU Scholoraly Commons (James Madison University)” This study found that combining platelet-rich plasma with topical 5% minoxidil increased hair density and patient satisfaction more than minoxidil alone in treating androgenetic alopecia.
67 citations
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September 2003 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” This review discusses the various skin manifestations associated with end-stage renal disease and their potential causes but reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize pruritus as a significant condition.
20 citations
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July 2017 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that a novel missense mutation in the vitamin D receptor caused hereditary 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D-resistant rickets with alopecia by disrupting protein function, highlighting the importance of DNA binding in hair development.
19 citations
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November 2023 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” This study found that synthetic melanin particles applied topically in mouse injury models improved wound healing, showing potential as a therapy for accelerated healing, including in human skin explants.
17 citations
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December 2006 in “Gene Expression Patterns” This study reports that the mouse Scube3 gene is expressed in various tissues during embryonic development, including the neural tube, limb buds, developing tooth, hair follicle, and skeletal regions.
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study suggests that prenatal exposure to THC may negatively impact ovarian health in rats by altering miRNA expression, potentially leading to reproductive issues such as subfertility or premature reproductive senescence.