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September 2018 in “Walailak Journal of Science and Technology (WJST)” This study found that Thuja orientalis fruits have higher monoterpene, flavonoid, phenolic content, and antioxidant activity than leaves, suggesting potential value for the pharmaceutical industry.
May 2025 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” In this study, oral melatonin given to male Pomeranian dogs with Alopecia X improved semen quality and testicular blood flow in a dose-dependent manner, but altered hormonal balance, indicating complex effects that require further investigation for long-term implications.
This review suggests that self-organizing tissues like organoids could revolutionize material production by enabling sustainable and complex biological systems, such as spider silk glands, to surpass current synthetic designs, though challenges in model species expansion and production scaling remain.
In this narrative review, the authors explored various rehabilitative techniques, including injections and physical therapies, that may enhance aesthetics and psychosocial wellbeing in patients with disabilities, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to improve both functional and cosmetic outcomes.
December 2023 in “Medicine and Materials” This study reviewed the use of essential oils in cosmetics and highlighted that while chamomile, rosemary, and geranium oils can be applied directly to the skin when diluted, most essential oils require caution due to potential dermatological reactions.
November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study investigated the use of spironolactone in patients with estrogen-dependent cancers, aiming to determine if it is linked to increased cancer recurrence risk, but results are not reported.
October 2013 in “Evidence-Based Practice” This study concluded that minoxidil in various formulations is effective for female pattern hair loss, generally safe, but may cause minor skin irritation, with the foam showing the fewest adverse effects.
May 2013 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found that women with hair loss had significantly higher free testosterone levels compared to those without hair loss.
This case study reports an unusual presentation of erosive lichen planus of the scalp linked to hepatitis C in a patient, highlighting challenges in establishing a definitive correlation between the two conditions.
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review highlights the potential of Coffea arabica as an active ingredient in skincare, noting its bioactive compounds from leaves and beans show promising anticellulite, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties, with unique phenolic concentrations in leaves offering enhanced skin benefits.
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December 2019 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” This study found that anti-androgens may reduce OCD symptoms, but the evidence is of low quality and further large, randomized trials are needed.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research” This study found that evidence for the efficacy of herbal and traditional treatments for alopecia is varied, with some key positive findings, such as the effectiveness of rosemary oil and pumpkin seed oil in increasing hair count.
December 2023 in “Journal of family medicine and primary care” This study in Saudi Arabia found that 59.70% of participants experienced hair shedding during or after COVID-19, with significant risk factors including being female, having a history of telogen effluvium, and receiving COVID-19 antiviral treatment.
November 2023 in “PubMed” In this study using animal models, umbilical cord stem cell conditioned media combined with oral anti-androgens improved hair regeneration in androgenetic alopecia, enhancing hair follicle cycles and reducing inflammation, suggesting potential as a promising therapy.
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December 2009 in “Cancer Research” This study concluded that both vaginal TEST and Estring may be effective for treating vaginal dryness in breast cancer patients on aromatase inhibitors, with adverse events being rare and manageable.
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November 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” This review discusses the quality of life impact of hair loss disorders and potential psychological treatment approaches but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2025 in “Infection” This source underscores the need for a multidisciplinary effort to raise awareness of Demodex and demodicosis, suggesting that prioritizing research, diagnostics, and treatment development could enhance global health outcomes and improve quality of life for affected individuals.
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January 2019 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” This study observed that while both minoxidil and botanically-derived 5-alpha reductase inhibitors significantly increased hair count and diameter in women with female pattern hair loss, minoxidil was more effective, especially for greater hair diameter increases, but had more troublesome side effects.
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May 1989 in “Annals of Saudi Medicine” The study found Microsporum canis to be the most common cause of tinea capitis in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, with griseofulvin and topical imidazole effectively treating the infection.
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December 2014 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” This study suggests that weight loss can improve fertility outcomes in overweight and obese women with PCOS, and letrozole should be considered the new first-line treatment over clomiphene citrate for anovulatory infertility in this population.
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December 2010 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” This study determined that the upper normal cut-off levels for free testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, and total testosterone among reproductive-age women in China are 26 pmol/L, 4.92 μmol/L, and 2.39 nmol/L, respectively.
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January 2020 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This study found that elevated serum levels of IL-15 in active alopecia areata patients are correlated with disease severity, suggesting it plays a role in disease pathogenesis.
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January 2016 in “Dermatology research and practice” In this study, topical Emu oil delayed burn wound healing but increased hair follicle activity and collagen synthesis in Balb/c mice.
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January 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that adding platelet-rich plasma with microneedling to conventional medical treatment significantly increased hair density and diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to medical treatment alone.
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review discusses the historical concepts of hirsutism in Unani Medicine and evaluates herbal treatments, indicating these may influence underlying endocrine issues but current evidence remains insufficient.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Current Research and Review” This review of Adiantum capillus-veneris highlights its traditional medicinal uses, rich phytochemical profile, and broad range of pharmacological activities, but emphasizes the need for more research to validate and expand its therapeutic applications.
November 2025 in “Medical alphabet” This study highlights that physiotherapeutic methods like low-intensity laser therapy, radiofrequency, and electrical stimulation show promising effectiveness in stimulating hair growth and treating telogen effluvium by enhancing cell activity, ATP synthesis, and transdermal drug delivery.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” This case study observed that a Unani medicine regimen significantly improved hair shedding and quality of life in a 24-year-old female with Telogen Effluvium following a febrile illness, showing potential effectiveness and safety in this context.
November 2024 in “TẠP CHÍ KHOA HỌC TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC QUỐC TẾ HỒNG BÀNG” This study investigated the botanical characteristics and preliminary phytochemical components of Nepenthes kampotiana, revealing its morphological structure, including pitcher-like leaves for trapping prey, and identifying chemical groups such as essential oils, triterpenoids, flavonoids, and tannins.
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March 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This article discusses the etiology, clinical features, and treatment of alopecia areata but presents no new clinical findings, underlining the palliative nature of current therapies.