September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral naltrexone may help reduce inflammation in some scarring alopecia patients.
February 2026 in “Toxicology Letters” This study used an in silico/in vitro approach to identify potential inhibitors of the enzyme SRD5A2, finding that the androgen receptor modulator MK-0773 is a moderate inhibitor, although it does not act as a covalent inhibitor like finasteride.
April 2026 in “BioNanoScience” A new microneedle system may improve hair loss treatment by delivering ketoconazole directly to hair follicles.
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June 1990 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” The study found that for positive-node breast cancer patients aged 50 and older, adding chemotherapy to tamoxifen significantly improved disease-free survival compared to tamoxifen alone.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case study reported that a 15-year-old female developed acquired localized trichorrhexis nodosa, a hair shaft disorder, due to vigorous rubbing of an herbal powder on her scalp as part of local cultural practices.
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that introducing the recombinant rat OTC gene into SPF-ASH mice restored normal hair growth and metabolic function, improving symptoms associated with OTC deficiency.
July 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” This literature review reports that micro-needle radiofrequency is increasingly recognized in aesthetic medicine as a safe, effective treatment for various skin conditions, but further research is needed to optimize treatment parameters for the best outcomes.
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July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Increasing m6A levels can improve skin cell growth and wound healing.
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September 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review summarizes treatments for scalp involvement in dermatomyositis and suggests that therapies like low-dose naltrexone and platelet-rich plasma may warrant further investigation, although evidence remains limited.
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January 1996 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study suggests that the tumescent technique can improve hair micrografting by effectively providing anesthesia and reducing bleeding without the need for multiple needle injections or nerve blocks.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, the authors identified a role for hair follicles in regulating the formation and sympathetic innervation of arrector pili muscles, influencing hair follicle stem cell activity and potentially explaining hair loss associated with beta-blockers and androgenic alopecia.
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January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” This review discusses the clinical features of trichotillomania and the challenges in its diagnosis and treatment, reporting no new clinical findings while highlighting the need for specialized therapy and better therapeutic options.
The authors concluded that capecitabine and high-dose toremifene may be an effective treatment option for patients unable to undergo anthracycline or taxane therapies, based on one woman's cancer management.
December 2023 in “Annales Pharmaceutiques Françaises” This study concluded that Trilayer Dissolving Microneedles show promise in enhancing Minoxidil delivery for treating alopecia areata by improving its bioavailability and reducing side effects.
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” Topical minoxidil successfully treated temporal triangular alopecia.
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February 2012 in “Chinese Science Bulletin” In this study, overexpression of the MtAnn3 gene in Medicago truncatula roots was associated with altered root hair growth polarity in a calcium-free environment.
November 2021 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study identified melatonin as a potential treatment for rosacea and Alzheimer's disease, suggesting it may help by modulating inflammatory and vascular signaling pathways.
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November 2024 in “Neuro-Oncology” This case report highlights the rare occurrence of life-threatening aplastic anemia in a 65-year-old woman treated with temozolomide for glioblastoma multiforme, emphasizing the need for more frequent blood monitoring to detect severe bone marrow suppression early.
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June 2025 in “Nano Biomedicine and Engineering” This source reports on advances in stimulus-responsive nanoparticle-based PROTACs (nano-PROTACs), which aim to overcome existing challenges like poor cell permeability and systemic off-target effects by enabling controlled protein degradation through endogenous or exogenous stimuli, potentially enhancing therapeutic efficacy and reducing toxicity.
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November 2015 in “Journal of Gastroenterology” This study reported that the NUDT15 R139C genetic variant was significantly associated with thiopurine-induced leukocytopenia in Japanese inflammatory bowel disease patients, independent of 6-thioguanine nucleotide levels.
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February 2013 in “JAMA” This review discusses the therapeutic options for transgender individuals, including hormonal and surgical treatments, and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight the need for more research on long-term effects.
June 2021 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This case report describes a man with trichorrhexis nodosa of the beard, who experienced symptomatic improvement after being advised to shave and avoid brushing, confirming the diagnosis.
January 2026 in “The Pharma Innovation” This study describes the successful treatment of a stray kitten with Notoedric mange using a combination of Selamectin, benzyl peroxide shampoo, omega 3 and 6 supplements, and ayurvedic ointment, resulting in complete clinical recovery and negative skin scraping after six weeks.
January 2022 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Using truncal anesthesia on the supraorbital nerve reduces pain in hair loss treatments and improves patient comfort.
This review critically analyzes recent literature on the use of nanotechnology in alopecia treatment, reporting promising results for improving drug delivery and hair growth, though challenges in maintaining physical stability may limit large-scale commercialization.
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November 2017 in “JoLS Journal of Life Sciences” This study investigates the effects of Tenebrio molitor as a novel biomaterial for preventing alopecia and promoting hair growth, but reports no conclusive results.
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September 2013 in “Tissue engineering. Part A” This study suggests that nestin-expressing hair follicle stem cells, when transplanted into transgenic mice with sciatic nerve injury, can differentiate into motor neurons and reduce muscle atrophy.
December 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” This study developed a nanoemulsion containing Minoxidil, which showed effective stability and significantly increased hair growth rates in pretreated mice, suggesting its potential for treating hair loss.
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March 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Dissolvable microneedles are a promising, painless method for effective skin treatments.
In this study, microneedling radiofrequency followed by topical exosome application was associated with significant increases in hair density and diameter, showing promising potential as a therapy for pattern hair loss.