118 citations,
May 2015 in “European journal of pharmaceutics and biopharmaceutics” The hydrogel with a 1:3 ratio of hydroxyethyl cellulose to hyaluronic acid is effective for delivering drugs through the skin to treat acne.
81 citations,
August 2014 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Red light therapy is safe and effectively increases hair growth in women with hair loss.
68 citations,
March 2019 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Advanced hydrogel systems with therapeutic agents could greatly improve acute and chronic wound treatment.
64 citations,
May 2019 in “Materials Science and Engineering: C” Microneedle technology has improved drug delivery and patient comfort but needs more research for broader use.
39 citations,
September 2016 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery” New drug delivery methods can make natural compounds more effective and stable.
30 citations,
January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
28 citations,
September 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” New resveratrol-related compounds show promise for treating various health issues but need more research for clinical use.
22 citations,
March 2020 in “Cosmetics” Nanotechnology improves minoxidil treatment for hair loss.
20 citations,
July 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
19 citations,
January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minoxidil foam effectively promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss in men.
16 citations,
February 2018 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
16 citations,
January 2011 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Indian dermatosurgical practitioners were given guidelines in 2011 to reduce infection risks, including hand hygiene, sterilization methods, operation theater standards, and proper waste disposal.
16 citations,
January 2010 in “Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics” Finasteride's effect on hair loss and prostate enlargement depends on its binding to an enzyme, with maximum impact at 0.2 mg dose.
15 citations,
August 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
14 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Deer antler velvet serum helps hair grow and is safe for skin.
14 citations,
January 2020 in “Biomaterials Science” Created microspheres show potential for safe and effective use in prostate artery embolization.
12 citations,
January 2007 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Europe needs a clear system to watch over cosmetics for safety and to make sure product claims are true.
11 citations,
May 2022 in “Journal of immunology research” Breast implants are linked to autoimmune symptoms, with over half of patients feeling better after removal, but the exact cause is unclear and may involve bacterial biofilm.
11 citations,
January 2008 in “International journal of environment and health” Children are at risk of health issues from exposure to platinum group elements from car exhausts.
8 citations,
March 2019 in “Drugs - Real World Outcomes” Healthcare claims databases can help monitor drug safety, but may report adverse events differently than direct surveillance.
6 citations,
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The U.S. FDA regulates cosmetics for appearance purposes, but not as strictly as some other countries.
6 citations,
March 2012 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The oral contraceptive improved hair and skin quality in women.
5 citations,
June 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” In 2017, Spanish dermatologists commonly prescribed topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nutricosmetics for hair loss, with oral contraceptives also used for premenopausal women. Less common were oral dutasteride, due to side effects, and newer, more expensive treatments like topical finasteride and Low-Level Laser Therapy. The conclusion is that there's a need for prescription guidelines due to varied treatment approaches.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
2 citations,
January 2019 in “Applied clinical research, clinical trials and regulatory affairs” Different countries have regulations to ensure the safety of hair care products, with some recalling hair straighteners due to high formaldehyde.
1 citations,
November 2018 in “Therapeutic Delivery” New partnerships, clinical trials, and drug approvals marked progress in therapeutic delivery in July 2018.
1 citations,
June 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A man got heart infection from scalp infection caused by artificial hair implants.
1 citations,
January 2018 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Diuretics can cause serious side effects and should be used carefully.
1 citations,
November 2016 in “Congenital Anomalies” Get head MRI for babies with achondroplasia early, use free immunoglobulin light chains to detect certain neurodevelopmental disorders, and video calls work for speech therapy in patients with facial anomalies.
August 2024 in “Quality in Sport” PRP helps with skin, hair, and wound treatments but needs more research for standard use.