In this study, only a small percentage of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported using holistic management strategies, highlighting a need for increased focus on comprehensive approaches to managing the condition.
In this study, female patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss were found to have significantly lower serum levels of vitamin D and ferritin, as well as lower total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, compared to healthy controls, suggesting these factors may contribute to the condition's pathogenesis.
June 2025 in “Medical Science Journal for Advance Research” This study found that patients with Alopecia Areata had significantly higher levels of the chemokines MIG and IP-10 compared to healthy controls, suggesting these molecules may serve as potential biomarkers for diagnosing and monitoring the condition.
June 2025 in “Journal of Kufa for Chemical Sciences” This study found that in males with alopecia areata, adult patients had significantly higher levels of adrenaline and prolactin compared to healthy controls, suggesting these hormones may play roles in the condition's development.
April 2025 in “Journal of the Faculty of Medicine Baghdad” This study found that patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher serum T3 and cortisol levels compared to healthy controls, although both remained within normal ranges, highlighting potential hormonal involvement in the condition. However, no significant differences were observed in T4 and TSH levels.
March 2025 in “Yemeni Journal For Medical Sciences” This study found that 89.3% of female college students in Aden, Yemen, had hypovitaminosis D, with sunscreen use and lack of vitamin D supplements significantly associated with this condition.
September 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” This study reviewed 16 articles to explore female pattern hair loss, highlighting its prevalence and significant impact on women's quality of life, while noting that the hormonal influences on this condition remain incompletely understood, necessitating ongoing research and therapeutic development.
July 2024 in “Journal Archives of Health” This study reviewed the medical literature on generalized woolly hair and reported that while there are no effective treatments, some narratives suggest that topical Minoxidil may help with hypotrichosis associated with the condition.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” This study found that infertile women with polycystic ovary syndrome in Ardabil had a significantly higher rate of depression compared to those without the condition, highlighting the need for attention to the mental health aspects of PCOS.
July 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” In this study of alopecia areata patients, researchers reported that nail changes are significantly associated with severe disease, and dermoscopic analysis revealed a notable correlation between yellow dots and increased disease severity, with the condition primarily affecting young adults and more common in males.
June 2024 in “BioSCIENCE” This study reviewed the use of microinfusion of microparticles (MMP®) with methotrexate for treating alopecia frontal fibrosante and found it reduced symptoms associated with the condition and improved specific scalp measurements, showing that the technique is safe and well-tolerated.
May 2024 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study found that vitamin D deficiency was significantly more prevalent among men with androgenetic alopecia in eastern Uttar Pradesh, India, than in age-matched controls, suggesting a potential link between vitamin D levels and the condition's pathogenesis.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” In this study of 60 patients aged 1 to 60 with clinically diagnosed scalp diseases, researchers identified age, sex, educational level, occupation, socio-economic condition, family history, and behavior as factors associated with the prevalence of these diseases.
April 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” This study aimed to evaluate the incidence of telogen effluvium in patients from Guanambi-BA who had a prior COVID-19 infection, noting a lack of extensive research on the connection between COVID-19 and the development of this hair loss condition.
April 2024 in “REVISTA INTERDISCIPLINAR CIÊNCIAS MÉDICAS” In this study, 41% of participants reported experiencing alopecia post-COVID-19, with notable associations found between the condition and female sex, azithromycin use, and symptoms like fatigue and post-infection skin irritation.
April 2024 in “Journal of asthma and allergy” This case report describes a 12-year-old boy with severe atopic dermatitis and comorbid alopecia areata who experienced complete hair regrowth and improved skin condition after 3 months of oral abrocitinib treatment, with no adverse reactions observed during a 1-year follow-up period.
March 2024 in “LGU journal of life sciences” In this study of women diagnosed with PCOS, a correlation was found between the severity of physical symptoms and poor dietary habits, suggesting diet plays a role in managing the condition.
February 2024 in “Deleted Journal” In this case report, a 9-year-old Labrador with hyperadrenocorticism showed improvement in clinical signs after three months of treatment with cabergoline, suggesting it may be an effective alternative treatment for this condition in dogs.
January 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This study, using a descriptive quantitative method, reported that 65.7% of postpartum mothers who received postpartum care were in a healthy condition during the 42-day postpartum period, suggesting the importance of such care in improving maternal health during and beyond this time.
January 2024 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” In this case report, a 7-month-old local dog named Oreo was diagnosed with demodicosis and helminthiasis and showed improvement in skin condition after 14 days of treatment with ivermectin, antihistamines, vitamin B complex, fish oil, and sulfur soap.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Health and Pharmaceutical” This study investigated the effects of a derma pen treatment using green betel leaf extract cream on hair development in female Wistar rats, highlighting the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of betel leaves that may aid in hair growth and condition.
October 2023 in “Recent Trends in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research” This review examines the anatomy and physiology of hair, focusing on the hair growth cycle and various types of alopecia, using animal models such as mice and rats to study the condition's pathophysiology and aid in developing new treatments.
September 2023 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review” This study's systematic review found that many individuals recovering from COVID-19 experience high rates of telogen effluvium, a common form of hair loss, highlighting limited epidemiological data and the need for further investigation into this condition post-COVID-19.
July 2023 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” This study found that a positive anagen pull test can be an indicator of lichen planopilaris activity, suggesting its utility in the clinical assessment of this condition.
July 2023 in “Journal of medical and health studies” This case study reported on a 3-year-old child with vitamin D-dependent rickets type II treated in the Gaza Strip, whose condition deteriorated despite vitamin D and calcium treatments, leading to recurrent chest infections, respiratory failure, and eventual death.
April 2023 in “Media Dermato Venereologica Indonesiana” This case report discusses a new onset of alopecia areata following reinfection with COVID-19, suggesting a potential link between COVID-19 infection and this hair loss condition.
March 2023 in “Contagion” This study reports that the knowledge and attitudes of Non-medical Faculty Students at Tarumanagara University about PCOS were mostly "good," while 17% were suspected of having the condition.
March 2023 in “ACTA SCIENTIAE VETERINARIAE” This study reports a case of benign pilomatricoma in an adult Shih-Tzu dog, highlighting surgical excision and histopathology as effective for diagnosis and treatment of this rare condition in dogs.
May 2022 in “Journal of clinical and nursing research” This review article found that fire needle acupuncture has shown promise in treating alopecia areata by acting directly on skin lesions and regulating Qi and blood, aiming to offer diagnostic and treatment insights for managing the condition.
February 2021 in “International journal of research in dermatology” This study reports an 8-year-old boy with trachyonychia, lichen planus, and alopecia areata who showed significant improvement in hair growth, nail condition, and skin lesions after 6 months of biweekly pulse systemic corticosteroid therapy.