July 2018 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” In this study, researchers found that patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher levels of miR-203 in their skin compared to healthy controls.
March 2018 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This study found that serum VEGF levels were lower in women with telogen effluvium compared to healthy controls, indicating a possible role of VEGF in the condition's pathogenesis.
March 2018 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This study found that while prolactin and DHEA-S levels were higher in women with hirsutism compared to controls, there was no significant correlation between second to fourth digit ratio and hormonal profiles.
January 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study explored how root hairs integrate opposing growth signals but did not report new conclusive findings on the activation of known molecular players in polar growth.
November 2012 in “Endocrine Practice” This review outlines the physiological roles of 5a-reductases and highlights the need for further research to better understand their function and minimize adverse effects from their inhibitors used in treatment.
January 2006 in “Advances in developmental biology” This review discusses the roles of the hairless (HR) protein as a corepressor, particularly its impact on RORα-mediated transcriptional repression, and reports no new experimental findings.
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July 2023 in “PLoS ONE” This study reveals a high prevalence of multiple sclerosis in Africa, indicating an epidemiological shift in the region and underscoring the need for early prevention and treatment strategies.
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September 2022 in “European Heart Journal” This consensus document reviews current knowledge on sex differences in essential hypertension and identifies areas needing further research to improve sex-specific prevention and management strategies.
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June 2023 in “Cells” This review summarizes recent findings on how the dysregulated PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway contributes to immune-mediated inflammatory skin disorders and discusses the potential of natural products, synthetic compounds, and biologic agents in their treatment. However, it emphasizes the need for further research to develop effective therapies.
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May 2024 in “Molecules” In this study, red rice was found to contain 87.2% carbohydrates, 9.1% proteins, and demonstrated bioactive properties due to its flavan-3-ol phenolic compounds, suggesting potential health benefits beyond its nutritional content.
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August 2020 in “Current topics in medicinal chemistry” This review discusses emerging cancer treatment methods focusing on cellular mechanisms unique to cancer cells and concludes no new clinical results.
January 2026 in “Archivio istituzionale della ricerca (Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna)” This study observed that baricitinib led to significant hair regrowth and improved psychological well-being in severe alopecia areata patients over 48 weeks, with 63.2% achieving a SALT score of ≤20.
July 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this animal study, methanolic extract of *Cordia plathytyrsa* increased testosterone synthesis in male rats but had limited effects on metabolic parameters, while *Piptadeniastrum africanum* raised triglycerides and both extracts did not cause oxidative stress.
This paper lists various medical conditions and treatments but does not provide any new research findings.
This case study details a 26-year-old male with depilating folliculitis, emphasizing its higher prevalence in warmer climates and showing good treatment response.
February 2026 in “Annals of dermatological science.” In this case report, two young women with female pattern hair loss experienced significant hair regrowth without adverse effects after six months of treatment with bone-marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells and their extracellular vesicles, suggesting potential for this approach when conventional treatments fail.
June 2025 in “Open Access Research Journal of Biology and Pharmacy” This study formulated an ointment using ethanolic extract from M. paradisiaca unripe peels and found that while the extract alone showed higher antibacterial activity against S. aureus and E. coli than the ointment, strategies to enhance the ointment's activity could be explored.
November 2023 in “BMC women's health” In this study, certain haircare practices and age factors were found to be associated with the occurrence and severity of traction alopecia among women in Yaoundé.
January 2023 in “Advances in pharmacology and clinical trials” This review highlights that human hair is a valuable biological matrix for clinical and toxicological analyses, demonstrating its applicability in detecting various active substances from different pharmacological classes.
January 2023 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” This study in Senegal reported that among women with hyperandrogenism, the primary diagnosis was polycystic ovarian syndrome, with symptoms including hirsutism, menstrual disorders, and acne.
July 2022 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” This study found that methanolic extract of Cordia plathytyrsa increased testosterone levels in male rats but did not affect other evaluated metabolic parameters.
October 2020 in “Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology” This study examined the fingerprint patterns of students aged 18 to 28 from Raichur district but reports no new analytical outcomes or conclusions.
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December 2015 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that human adult dermal fibroblasts can express markers typically associated with neural cells, suggesting potential pitfalls in relying on immunophenotyping alone for cell identity verification.
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March 1968 in “The BMJ” In their 1957 study, Neuman and Neuman suggested that magnesium deficiency may inhibit the ion exchange process required for calcium ions to enter extracellular fluid, potentially affecting calcium mobilization.
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June 2024 in “Value in Health Regional Issues” The study reported that from 2016 to 2020, the number of patients with alopecia areata in Taiwan increased, with severe cases utilizing more systemic therapies and having higher outpatient visits than mild/moderate cases.
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July 2022 in “Scientific reports” This study observed significant differences in hair and cashmere properties among three goat breeds in Southwest China, noting better quality cashmere in Inner Mongolia cashmere goats and their crossbreed compared to Dazu black goats.
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January 1980 in “Acupuncture & electro-therapeutics research” The authors suggest that male-pattern hair loss may be linked to neuropathy caused by tension on scalp nerves, potentially worsened by testosterone, and propose electrical stimulation as a temporary treatment.
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October 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This review discusses the diverse applications of algae in non-energy sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food ingredients, pigments, and cosmetics, and reports no new experimental results.
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February 2021 in “Animal feed science and technology” This study found that puppies fed organic selenium had better retention of selenium compared to those fed inorganic selenium, with no significant difference in coat quality or hair growth.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cluster Science” This review explores the potential of metal nanoparticles as innovative treatments for alopecia, highlighting their effectiveness in promoting hair regrowth, enhancing drug delivery, and modulating gene expression while also assessing the related experimental methodologies and regulatory considerations.