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February 2019 in “PubMed” This study found that cortexolone 17α-propionate (clascoterone) effectively inhibited androgen receptor-regulated transcription and IL-6 synthesis in scalp cells, potentially making it a promising candidate for topical treatment of androgenetic alopecia.
P-3074 effectively blocks scalp DHT better than oral finasteride.
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July 2012 in “Der Urologe” This clinical trial in Poland found that using finasteride, alone or with an alpha-blocker, reduced prostate adenoma size by 40% and improved micturition in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
November 2024 in “Medicina Estética Revista Científica de la Sociedad Española de Medicina Estética (SEME)” In this case report, a 58-year-old woman was diagnosed with pseudopelada of Brocq, highlighting the diagnostic challenges of this rare scarring alopecia and underscoring the need for precise evaluation using trichoscopy and skin biopsy to avoid ineffective treatments and manage progression.
2 citations
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March 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study found that using topical latanoprost 0.005% solution significantly increased hair density and regrowth in patients with scalp alopecia areata over 12 weeks, although it did not significantly reduce hair loss area compared to the placebo.
7 citations
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April 2019 in “Animal biotechnology” This study observed that POMP is strongly expressed in the root sheath hair follicles of Liaoning Cashmere goats and its expression can be regulated by certain factors, which may influence cashmere growth.
October 2017 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” Polyacetylene compounds from Panax ginseng may slow hair growth.
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August 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reports that two elderly Asian men with primary scrotal extramammary Paget disease showed no response to a 4- to 6-month trial of topical imiquimod 5%.
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April 2021 in “Oncology Times” This study reports that sacituzumab govitecan achieved a 33.3% overall response rate in patients with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer who had prior treatments, with a median response duration of 7.7 months.
October 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” This study demonstrated that in a mouse model of androgenic alopecia, PLGA-DUT/siAR@DPCM nanoparticles effectively delivered drugs to hair follicles, suppressed androgen-related targets, promoted cell proliferation, and showed significant therapeutic effects with minimal adverse effects, suggesting their potential for clinical application.
August 2022 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” 9 citations
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April 2024 in “The Oncologist” This study found that sacituzumab govitecan improved health-related quality of life in most areas for patients with HR+/HER2− metastatic breast cancer compared to chemotherapy, except for increased diarrhea, supporting its use as a treatment option.
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March 2025 in “ESMO Open” In this extended follow-up of the PALOMA-2 trial, no significant differences in overall quality of life were observed between first-line treatments for metastatic breast cancer, but palbociclib plus letrozole showed some benefits regarding side-effects and hair loss.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This analysis examines how faculty-related Instagram accounts have adapted their posts during the recent application cycle, including showcasing credentials and incorporating new virtual engagement tools, but reports no new research findings.
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July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Case Reports” This article presents a case study of a 16-year-old male with GAPO syndrome, characterized by growth retardation, alopecia, pseudoanodontia, and optic atrophy, who sought dental treatment for missing teeth.
October 2025 in “Journal of Obstetric and Gynaecological Practices POGS”
November 2006 in “Reactions Weekly” A woman's hair grew back after she stopped taking the Parkinson's disease medication pramipexole.
April 2024 in “Skin health and disease” In this pilot study, participants with lymphocytic primary cicatricial alopecia who applied 6% topical gabapentin solution twice daily for 12 weeks experienced significant symptom reduction, though there was no noticeable change in nerve fibre density or neuropeptide expression.
January 2016 in “The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine” This case report presents the first instance in Korea of unilateral gynecomastia and breast pain associated with doxazosin use.
January 2020 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a topical hair ampoule containing human follicle stem cells significantly improved hair growth and scalp coverage in women with androgenetic alopecia after four months of use.
This case series reports favorable outcomes for children with Parry Romberg Syndrome who underwent facial fat-grafting, showing it as a safe and well-tolerated procedure with no complications or relapses observed.
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April 2000 in “Contact dermatitis” In this report, a 19-year-old Japanese man experienced severe and prolonged urticarial reactions following treatment with diphenylcyclopropenone for alopecia universalis, emphasizing the need for caution with potent sensitizers.
November 1972 in “PubMed” Antiandrogens can help treat female pattern hair loss.
January 2025 in “Archivio istituzionale della ricerca (Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna)” This pilot study found that using skin patting and iontophoresis to deliver a 6% dutasteride gel led to significant improvements in hair density and shaft diameter in men and postmenopausal women with treatment-resistant androgenetic alopecia, with no reported adverse events.
January 2004 in “Actualidad en farmacología y terapéutica” This study found that combination therapy with doxazosin and finasteride was more effective in preventing the clinical progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia than either drug alone.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” This study found that a specially designed water-in-oil microemulsion containing Panax notoginseng saponins improved hair density and other hair health indicators in mice with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia, offering a promising multi-mechanism strategy for alopecia treatment with potentially fewer side effects than traditional methods.
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August 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study analyzed pexidartinib-associated adverse events from FDA data and reported common events such as hepatic issues and systemic reactions. It highlighted sex-specific susceptibilities and reinforced the need for risk mitigation and long-term monitoring in tenosynovial giant cell tumor management.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that gypenosides from Gynostemma pentaphyllum increased procollagen synthesis in vitro and reduced periorbital wrinkles by about 14% in a clinical trial with 24 women.
November 2024 in “Jurnal Biomedika dan Kesehatan” This study explores premature graying of hair, outlining potential causes such as genetic factors, nutritional deficiencies, and autoimmune disorders, and evaluates various management strategies including nutritional supplements, pharmacotherapy, and addressing underlying conditions.