20 citations
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March 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Genetic factors alone might not cause pemphigus vulgaris; other factors like birth complications and puberty may trigger it.
17 citations
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May 1975 in “Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics”
13 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” In this study, 308-nm excimer light therapy showed significant effects in some patients with treatment-resistant alopecia universalis, suggesting it as a potential alternative therapy.
13 citations
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November 2014 in “Pediatric emergency care” This study reports that the ingestion of a small amount of topical minoxidil by a child resulted in significant intoxication, suggesting the need for enhanced child-resistant packaging.
9 citations
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May 2019 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This article reviews characteristics and mental health impacts of alopecia areata but provides no new clinical findings; future research is encouraged.
6 citations
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June 2024 in “Scientific Reports” This study introduced RoPod, a customizable tool for low-stress live imaging of Arabidopsis roots, which improves data reproducibility and provides new insights into plant autophagy by revealing detailed, cell type-specific responses to chemical modulators.
5 citations
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December 2016 in “International journal of biometeorology” In this study, bright light exposure during the daytime did not significantly affect clock gene expression in humans, although Rev-erb-ß expression appeared stronger under bright light compared to dim light.
5 citations
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January 2006 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology” Metformin can cause hair loss in some women with PCOS.
4 citations
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March 2020 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin” This case report noted that HIV-infected men who have sex with men are at a higher risk of syphilis, requiring careful staging and prolonged serologic monitoring to assess treatment success.
4 citations
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October 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report highlights a rare presentation of hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in a two-year-old child, emphasizing that prompt identification and removal of the constricting fiber is crucial for successful treatment and prevention of tissue damage.
3 citations
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January 2024 in “Cureus” In this case report, a 20-year-old male with folliculitis decalvans experienced remission of scalp lesions after treatment with doxycycline and topical ozenoxacin.
3 citations
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June 2018 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” This letter reports eight cases of spontaneous hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata.
2 citations
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December 2020 in “American Journal of Dermatological Research and Reviews” This study found that combining 308-excimer phototherapy with intramuscular triamcinolone acetonide was effective and well tolerated for treating resistant alopecia totalis, showing a 90% overall response rate in the ten patients studied, with the best results observed in younger patients.
1 citations
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October 2010 in “Faṣlnāmah-i bīmārīhā-yi pūst” This study found that using methotrexate with corticosteroids may support hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata, but adverse effects and relapses were common, suggesting more controlled trials are needed.
In this case study, a 12-year-old boy with alopecia totalis experienced hair regrowth on the side of his scalp treated with a combination of systemic steroids and dithranol, suggesting a potential synergistic effect that may help manage severe alopecia areata with minimal side effects.
April 2020 in “Trends in Immunotherapy” In this study, 60% of patients with alopecia totalis showed partial hair regrowth after being treated with triamcinolone acetonide injections, with one patient achieving complete regrowth and responding well to further immunotherapy.
In this study, data from the FAERS database indicated varied associations between certain medications and obstructive sleep apnea, with some biologics associated with a decreased risk of developing the condition.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
March 2018 in “Trends in Immunotherapy” In this study, triamcinolone acetonide injections led to partial hair regrowth in 60% of alopecia totalis patients, suggesting potential benefits when followed by immunotherapy.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical 5α-reductase inhibitor helps counteract hair loss and stabilize it.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Phototrichogram helps assess hair loss severity.
79 citations
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September 2009 in “Pediatric dermatology” This study found that the 308-nm Excimer laser was effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata in children, with hair regrowth observed in 60% of treated scalp patches.
63 citations
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September 1987 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Minoxidil slows fibroblast growth and collagen production, potentially treating keloids, hypertrophic scars, and connective tissue disorders.
2 citations
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January 1997 in “Leprosy Review” This case report documents a rare instance of a female Indian patient with borderline-lepromatous leprosy experiencing generalized leprous alopecia of the scalp and lepromatous lymphadenitis of the suboccipital node.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Photobiomodulation is an effective and safe treatment for increasing hair growth in people with hair loss.
207 citations
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January 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article discusses the factors involved in optimizing laser hair removal, emphasizing patient selection, laser safety, and understanding laser–tissue interactions, but presents no new clinical findings.
206 citations
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September 2010 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that using a Picosecond IR Laser (PIRL) on mouse skin led to less tissue damage and scarring compared to conventional surgical lasers and tools.
64 citations
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August 2019 in “Circulation” This study found that men receiving enzalutamide and other androgen-deprivation therapies may be at increased risk for QT prolongation and torsades de pointes.
33 citations
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May 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This review found that most studies support the effectiveness and safety of using hyaluronic acid fillers and laser treatments together for facial rejuvenation, but highlights that the evidence is limited to small, nonrandomized studies and additional research is necessary.
30 citations
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.