1 citations
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July 2022 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” This study found that dietary supplementation with 0.2% MSM improved hair quality in kittens and had no significant negative effects on their growth performance, antioxidant capacity, or gut microbiota.
117 citations
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November 2006 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review explores the biology of wool follicles and suggests their potential use as research models in modern biology, but it reports no new findings.
23 citations
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January 2007 in “Archives of Andrology” This study reported that semen quality improved in three young men after discontinuing long-term finasteride use, although meiotic abnormalities persisted.
July 2021 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research” This article discusses Ayurvedic perspectives on acne vulgaris and outlines potential natural remedies, but it presents no new clinical findings.
88 citations
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December 2018 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” This review outlines the current state and future prospects of using layer-by-layer self-assembly for cell encapsulation in biomedical applications, such as cell-based biosensors, transplantation, and tissue engineering, while also discussing its limitations and potential advancements.
34 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses hormone-modulating therapies for androgen-mediated cutaneous disorders in women but reports no new clinical results and highlights the need for more rigorous studies.
November 2022 in “Brazilian journal of veterinary pathology” This case report describes a 1-year-old Yorkshire terrier presented with persistent alopecia and seborrhea in dark-haired areas, with no signs of hair regrowth despite treatment for folliculitis and seborrhea.
42 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review discusses the distinct clinical and psychological aspects of adult female acne and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for a comprehensive management approach.
1 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” The researchers reviewed artificial hair implantation's history and controversies, noting that studies show promise but suffer from poor methodology. They emphasized the need for higher-quality research to confirm the procedure's safety and efficacy.
3 citations
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January 2018 This study formulated an amla oil preparation according to Iranian traditional medicine and found it to have proper physicochemical and microbial quality, suggesting potential for hair loss treatment pending clinical trials.
17 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This study found that the gut microbiota composition in patients with post-finasteride syndrome differs significantly from healthy controls, with reduced diversity and specific microbial changes, suggesting a potential diagnostic marker and therapeutic target.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Brain and behavior” This study found that spironolactone improved cognitive performance in patients with bipolar disorder experiencing manic episodes, but did not significantly affect manic symptoms, recommending further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-ups.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the gut microbiota in alopecia areata patients showed distinct dysbiosis, with an overrepresentation of Firmicutes and underrepresentation of Bacteroides, aligning with patterns seen in other autoimmune disorders.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” This study highlights a comprehensive approach for authenticating and assessing the quality of herbal medicines using a combination of physiological, morphological, and molecular techniques, including HPTLC, ICP-MS, UV spectroscopy, and DNA barcoding, to ensure the standardization of herbal medicinal products, particularly Eclipta alba.
December 2025 in “Cosmetics” This research identified unique gut microbiota patterns in alopecia areata patients, with potential as diagnostic biomarkers and suggesting avenues for microbiota-focused therapies.
5 citations
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September 2022 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This review discusses the potential influence of gut microbiota on alopecia areata and suggests fecal microbial transplantation as a possible therapeutic approach but reports no new results.
3 citations
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April 2023 in “Quality Assurance and Safety of Crops & Foods” This study found that oil extracted from Prinsepia utilis seeds is physicochemically stable and suitable for use in manufacturing ketoconazole soap, which met quality control standards and may provide a cost-effective alternative to expensive additives in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.
4 citations
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October 2022 in “Genes” This review discusses the role of cutaneous and intestinal microbiota in the development of alopecia areata, summarizing current literature without reporting new clinical results.
7 citations
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December 2024 in “Antibiotics” This review discusses the potential of cathelicidins in treating skin conditions but highlights significant challenges, including unclear clinical efficacy, safety concerns, and bacterial resistance, that must be addressed for successful medical application.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review examines microbial production and applications of gluconic acid, focusing on the enzymatic processes involved, and offers no new experimental results.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had increased scalp microbial diversity and reduced Staphylococcus abundance, particularly in the frontal and vertex regions, suggesting this dysbiosis as a sensitive indicator of AGA.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “JID Innovations” This review reports that the unique tunnel structures in advanced hidradenitis suppurativa impair quality of life and resist biological therapy, with their formation involving complex cellular and molecular interactions, including microbial dysbiosis, all contributing to ongoing inflammation and scarring.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Microorganisms” This study found that the scalp microbiome was more diverse in alopecia areata patients than in healthy controls, and distinctive microbial profiles may be linked to disease severity and prognosis.
This health hazard evaluation by NIOSH identified problems with ventilation and environmental control at a resort spa, potentially contributing to reported employee health complaints.
This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia showed distinct scalp bacterial imbalances compared to healthy individuals, which were associated with unhealthy lifestyles. These microbial changes might contribute to follicular inflammation, potentially accelerating hair loss in these patients.
November 2025 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery Open” This study highlights exosome-based therapies as promising treatments for androgenetic alopecia, detailing protocol development, quality control measures, and clinical application examples, with mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes improving hair density in a case study without adverse effects.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study found that acupuncture may reduce anxiety and depression in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, potentially through hormonal and neuroendocrine modulation, but further high-quality research is needed to confirm these findings.
January 2025 in “Universidad de Córdoba Insitutional Repository (Universidad de Córdoba)” In this study, researchers observed that individuals with alopecia areata exhibited significant changes in scalp microbiota diversity and composition, which were linked to disease severity and inflammation markers, though it remains unclear if these microbial shifts are a cause or a result of hair loss.
March 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” This review discusses the potential of exosomes as cell-free treatments for skin aging and various dermatological diseases, highlighting their role in preventing scarring and promoting wound healing, while acknowledging the need for further research and quality control methodologies.
6 citations
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in plant science” In this study, NREs from lentil root nodules, specifically Serratia plymuthica 33GS and Serratia sp. R6, significantly enhanced lentil growth, altered root exudation, and modulated rhizospheric microbial communities in a greenhouse setting.