This study found that olive leaves extract significantly decreased prostate index, serum PSA, testosterone, and DHT levels in male rats with testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia, and showed potential as a therapeutic option due to its positive effects on prostate histology and antioxidant activity.
December 2023 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” In this study, researchers developed a polyherbal serum using extracts from various herbs and tested it on rats with testosterone-induced alopecia, observing it potentially promotes hair growth and decreases androgen-induced hair loss, with results compared to a positive control using finasteride.
June 2005 in “Key Engineering Materials” This study found that biodegradable hydrogels loaded with various growth factors significantly enhanced hair follicle growth and blood vessel formation in mice, demonstrating a positive effect on their hair growth cycle.
3 citations
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September 1999 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article reviews pulmonary arterial aneurysms in Behçet's disease and cites previous case reports, but it presents no new data or clinical findings.
19 citations
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June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” This case report describes total alopecia in a 53-year-old woman after 13 months of tamoxifen treatment for breast cancer, with normal hair distribution maintained elsewhere.
January 2025 in “HORMONES” This systematic review reported positive outcomes with gender-affirming hormone therapy in Canada and emphasized the urgent need for standardized outcome measurement tools to enhance evidence-based practices.
This systematic review reports positive outcomes for platelet-rich plasma in aesthetic dermatology applications like skin rejuvenation, hair restoration, wound healing, and fat grafting, but highlights the need for standardized protocols in future research.
1 citations
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August 2020 in “REMUS - Revista Estudiantil de Medicina de la Universidad de Sonora” This study found a positive association between erectile dysfunction and the functionality of the marital subsystem in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia treated with tamsulosin and finasteride.
April 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the innovative features and comprehensive content of the textbook "Dermatology," highlighting its extensive illustrations, easy reference tools, and accompanying CD-ROM and website, but reports no new research findings.
11 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study highlights positive trends in female representation but persistent underrepresentation of underrepresented minorities in dermatology residencies and fellowships compared to national averages in other fields.
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April 2008 in “Annals of pharmacotherapy/The annals of pharmacotherapy” This review discusses the use of acarbose for managing polycystic ovary syndrome and notes positive but limited evidence from small trials, indicating a need for more rigorous studies.
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February 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found a positive association between clinically meaningful scalp hair regrowth and improvements in patient-reported outcomes, such as satisfaction and reduced psychosocial burden.
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January 2019 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The woman's skin and hair symptoms were confirmed as frontal fibrosing alopecia, and while facial papules are common in such cases, there's no effective local treatment, but systemic treatments can help.
207 citations
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July 2006 in “Development” This study identified a novel MTS24-positive murine keratinocyte population with increased colony-forming ability, suggesting these cells may serve as a new reservoir of proliferative progenitor or stem cells in hair follicles.
30 citations
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November 2021 in “Obesity Reviews” This meta-analysis found a consistent positive association between glucocorticoids in hair and obesity measures, with the relationship between hair cortisone and waist circumference being particularly clinically relevant.
23 citations
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December 2013 in “Molecular cancer therapeutics” This study found that AR-positive breast cancer cell lines are more sensitive to the dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor NVP-BEZ235 compared to AR-negative cells.
January 2024 in “Biotechnology advances” This review highlights the importance of selecting high-quality bioassays in discovering bioactive compounds from marine sources, emphasizing their role in evaluating safety and efficacy during pharmaceutical, food supplement, and cosmetic development.
46 citations
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May 1997 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Vitiligo is not linked to coeliac disease, but a small number of alopecia areata patients may have it, suggesting they should be tested for coeliac disease.
503 citations
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May 2009 in “Cell stem cell” This study suggests that Lrig1-positive cells form a previously unknown reservoir of interfollicular epidermal stem cells in adult mouse skin, influencing epidermal proliferation and hair follicle development.
August 2023 in “The American Journal of Medicine” This case report describes a 17-year-old female patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus, presenting with arthralgia, hair loss, and Raynaud's phenomenon. The diagnosis was supported by elevated ESR and positive autoantibodies, and treatment included hydroxychloroquine and prednisone.
May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This spotlight highlights the Brazilian Association of Hair Restoration Surgery and shares the positive experiences of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery members with their Brazilian colleagues, reporting no new findings.
November 1998 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses finasteride's use for male pattern alopecia and highlights the positive experiences and observations by hair restoration surgeons but reports no new clinical results.
50 citations
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April 2010 in “Biology direct” This study's model suggests that low androgen levels can increase selection for prostate cancer phenotypes resistant to hormonal therapy, potentially leading to more aggressive forms of cancer.
35 citations
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January 2022 in “Clinical Infectious Diseases” This study found that healthcare workers with a positive COVID-19 test reported long COVID symptoms more frequently than negative controls, while prior physical activity was linked to reduced neurocognitive and fatigue symptoms.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that quercetin-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles demonstrated positive protective effects on human hair against UV-B light, as they controlled microscopic surface roughness, reduced chemical changes, and minimized protein loss in vitro compared to other treatments.
17 citations
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April 2002 in “Contact Dermatitis” Minoxidil 5% caused skin discoloration in a man using it for hair loss.
4 citations
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June 2002 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this study, prenatal exposure to all-trans-retinoic acid in pregnant mice resulted in increased BrdU-positive nuclei in hair bulbs without altering hair follicle morphogenesis, suggesting potential for non-teratogenic studies on skin diseases.
2 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This review found that both oral and topical soy-based products showed positive effects on various skin-related outcomes, including aging signs and skin barrier function, but topical applications were more likely to improve skin barrier status compared to oral supplementation.
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August 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that Muse cells retained their pluripotency and ability to differentiate into various cell types even after being cryopreserved multiple times.
March 2014 in “Fertility and Sterility” The April 2014 issue of "Fertility and Sterility" discussed various reproductive health topics, including hormone therapy benefits, sperm and genetic factors in male infertility, and the link between PCOS and diabetes.