July 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article proposes a more comprehensive approach to managing androgenic alopecia by considering factors beyond genetics and androgens, but it reports no new findings.
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March 2023 in “Nutrients” This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.
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June 2021 in “Cell Proliferation” This study found that direct interactions between human dermal papilla cells and melanocytes under low oxygen conditions improved cell functions and could be important for hair regeneration efforts.
August 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that physoxia improved hair follicle functions in co-cultures of dermal papilla cells and melanocytes by enhancing their biological activities and promoting hair growth and pigmentation.
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” In this study, men seeking treatment for male pattern hair loss were highly concerned about their condition and had often attempted self-treatment, but many were dissatisfied with their physician consultations due to unmet expectations and perceived indifference from doctors.
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that combining stromal vascular fraction with PRP injections significantly improved hair density and reduced hair loss more effectively than PRP alone in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
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November 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study describes a simple, noninvasive hair counting method used in a hair growth prevention trial, assessing its reliability and validity.
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March 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The researchers reported that the facial Psoriasis Log-based Area and Severity Index (fPLASI) more reliably and sensitively captured clinical improvement in facial psoriasis than the existing facial Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (fPASI).
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January 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This study found that individuals with alopecia areata in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland face significant out-of-pocket costs averaging 1,248€ annually, primarily for hair replacement products and cosmetics.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, topical finasteride 0.25% showed sustained effectiveness over 52 weeks, especially in the frontotemporal areas of men with androgenetic alopecia, while maintaining an excellent safety profile.
March 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This study found that most TikTok content on platelet-rich plasma is created by laypeople and non-physician health care providers, and overall video quality is very poor, with content from dermatologists and physicians scoring higher.
January 2025 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study observed that although most patients recognize SMP as a medical procedure requiring physician oversight, many still receive treatment outside medical settings, underscoring the need for expanded access to physician-led services, enhanced public education, and strengthened regulatory enforcement for patient safety.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the clinical severity of hidradenitis suppurativa, evaluated through Hurley staging, VAS, PGA, and SAHS, significantly affects patients' work absenteeism and presenteeism, with presenteeism being more prevalent.
This study reported that belimumab helped over 40% of active systemic lupus erythematosus patients achieve low disease activity, with more than 20% able to stop glucocorticoids completely.
January 2018 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” In this study, intradermal injection of botulinum toxin type A significantly increased hair count and improved physician-assessed hair condition in men with male pattern baldness after 24 weeks, with no serious adverse events reported beyond temporary local pain and redness.
January 2018 in “Digital Commons - PCOM (Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine)” This systematic review of three randomized controlled trials found that topical eflornithine is an effective adjunctive therapy for reducing unwanted facial hair in women with hirsutism, with benefits lasting at least six months, although efficacy may diminish over time.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that 10% carbamide peroxide significantly reduced acne lesions compared to a vehicle solution, suggesting it as an effective and safe alternative to benzoyl peroxide for treating mild to moderate acne.
July 2014 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” AA-PRP injections significantly promote hair growth but need better study design for clear efficacy.
June 1994 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This article discusses the growing demand and challenges in the hair transplantation industry, emphasizing the lack of formal training for physicians but reports no new clinical results.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study concluded that adding low-level laser therapy to topical minoxidil did not significantly improve hair density in androgenetic alopecia patients compared to using minoxidil alone.
July 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia, combining topical tacrolimus with isotretinoin is more effective after four weeks of treatment compared to tacrolimus with finasteride, though both regimens offered some benefit.
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September 2017 in “PubMed” This article reviews different types of alopecia, their diagnosis, and treatment options available in a family physician's practice, but it reports no new research findings.
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May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the profound impact of obesity on skin physiology and dermatologic conditions and reports no new experimental results, recommending awareness and treatment strategy development for obesity-associated dermatoses.
February 2024 in “Endocrinology and Disorders” This article compiles evidence on prescribing estrogen for hormonal imbalance in women, emphasizing it should be personalized and carefully managed by healthcare providers based on individual cases.
September 2021 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that older men in North America had longer infertility durations and were more likely to have partners who underwent IVF, with age impacting referral patterns and substance use behaviors.
November 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Intense pulsed light with radiofrequency showed mixed results in improving quality of life for hidradenitis suppurativa patients, with no clinical improvements.
This case report describes a 62-year-old male with multiple warty dyskeratomas found on the scalp, chest, abdomen, and lower back, a rare presentation confirmed by histological findings consistent with warty dyskeratoma, as noted by the researchers.
September 2016 in “Oncology times” This article summarizes the ACS/ASCO Breast Cancer Survivorship Care Guidelines, which address the physical and psychosocial long-term effects of breast cancer treatments and recommend management strategies for improving women's quality of life.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Online medical education helps doctors make better clinical decisions and increases their knowledge in treating fungal nail infections.
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July 2000 in “PubMed” This article describes an organized diagnostic approach for identifying nonscarring and scarring alopecias to aid family physicians in making accurate in-office diagnoses, but it reports no new clinical findings.