March 2025 in “PHARMADEMICA Jurnal Kefarmasian dan Gizi” This study evaluated cucumber extract shampoos and found they meet physical quality standards and exhibit strong antifungal activity against Candida albicans fungi, with efficacy increasing with higher concentrations of cucumber extract.
February 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The ZIP13 variant is linked to abnormal hair quality.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a hair serum with plant-derived ingredients significantly reduced hair loss in women with chronic telogen effluvium over 16 weeks, and was well-tolerated, leading to improved hair characteristics and quality of life compared to a control group.
November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Inherited ichthyosis negatively impacts quality of life, affecting daily activities, self-image, and reproductive decisions.
November 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study reported that online misinformation about alopecia is widespread, with myths including incorrect causes, criticism of conventional treatments, and promotion of unproven "natural" remedies, which could negatively affect patient outcomes.
In this study, Norwegian researchers followed over 350 patients with porphyria cutanea tarda for an average of 7 years and found that 25% experienced biochemical relapse, suggesting the importance of routine follow-up for early detection and management.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Nursing Studies Advances” In this research, the authors concluded that the long-term success of hair transplantation for androgenetic alopecia is significantly influenced by how well patients manage their recovery period post-surgery.
March 2024 in “Healthcare” In this study, women with androgenetic alopecia underwent stem cell treatment, which led to significant improvements in sexual arousal and satisfaction, psychological health, and environmental quality of life, but not in physical health or social relationships after six months.
January 2024 in “Journal of camel practice and research/Journal of Camel Practice and Research” This study analyzed the KRTAP7 gene in four Indian camel breeds and found that the gene sequences were identical across breeds, with no observed SNPs in coding or non-coding regions.
December 2023 in “Frontiers in microbiology” This study reported that mannan oligosaccharides improved the fur quality, immune response, antioxidant status, and gut microbiota of fur-growing raccoon dogs, suggesting they could potentially replace antibiotics in their diet.
October 2023 in “The Open public health journal” This study explored how alopecia impacts the socio-emotional lives and daily adaptation of women, finding that while not life-threatening, alopecia initially affects how they adjust to daily routines and perceive social and partner relationships.
December 2022 in “The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences” This study found that sleep disorders, especially poor sleep quality, are common in women with PCOS, suggesting the need for regular screening using specific questionnaires.
August 2022 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This protocol outlines a study aiming to develop a universal patient-reported outcome measure for various hair disorders through qualitative interviews, with no new clinical results reported yet.
December 2021 in “Biomedical journal of scientific & technical research” Oral processed egg yolk improves hair regrowth and quality in alopecia patients.
March 2021 in “Journal of sleep sciences” This study found that patients with various types of alopecia had affected quality of life and sleep, but these factors were not significantly associated with demographic variables.
This review summarizes evidence suggesting that the ratio of Myo-Inositol to D-Chiro-Inositol in follicular fluid is crucial for oocyte and embryo quality.
August 2019 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that exposure to red LED light may improve fibre quality and hair follicle development in Angora rabbits, potentially due to increased melatonin secretion.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” This study found that a medication error reporting system can significantly enhance patient safety through active participation of all stakeholders, with clinical pharmacists playing a crucial role in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” This study found that Cochrane systematic reviews on drug safety had higher methodological quality than non-Cochrane reviews, with the type of review and disease area affecting quality.
September 2016 in “Annals of occupational and environmental medicine” In this study, cleanroom workers in a secondary battery factory reported worse dermatologic life quality compared to non-cleanroom workers, as measured by the Skindex-29 questionnaire.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Using a niacinamide cream can improve life quality for breast cancer patients during chemotherapy.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
January 2014 in “Dongwu yingyang xuebao” The study concluded that a dietary vitamin A level of 10,000 IU/kg optimally supports growth performance, fur quality, and antioxidant function in growing Rex rabbits.
July 1971 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” This study found that rats fed a diet with different protein qualities and levels showed significant differences in hair cycle length, daily weight gain, and hair density.
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia linked to higher anxiety and personality disorders.
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September 2023 in “Journal of Gay & Lesbian Mental Health” This study reports that transgender, non-binary, and/or gender expansive individuals often experience improved mental health and social relationships after accessing desired gender-affirming care, despite facing significant barriers.
November 2025 in “Cancer Reports” In this study, women who underwent chemotherapy for breast cancer in Islamabad, Pakistan, reported significant physical and psychological challenges, as well as economic strain; the authors concluded that government support and improved pre-treatment counseling could help mitigate these issues.
April 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study concluded that achieving 80% or more scalp hair, corresponding to a SALT score of ≤20, represents a clinically meaningful treatment success for patients with alopecia areata experiencing ≥50% hair loss.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This qualitative study found that healthcare professionals view psychosocial needs as a major reason for offering therapeutic education and self-management support for psoriasis, but efficacy remains uncertain.