49 citations
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January 2009 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” DHEA treatment helps grow pubic hair and boosts mood in girls with adrenal issues.
48 citations
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July 2009 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” In this study, 50 mg/day of DHEA supplementation in postmenopausal women did not significantly improve sexual function compared to a placebo over 26 weeks.
46 citations
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May 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that strontium ranelate promotes cartilage regeneration in rats by enhancing chondrogenic differentiation of bone mesenchymal stem cells while inhibiting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
43 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that a topical solution combining 0.25% finasteride with 3% minoxidil significantly improved hair growth, as measured by hair density, diameter, and global assessment, in men with androgenetic alopecia, compared to 3% minoxidil alone, over 24 weeks without systemic adverse effects reported.
42 citations
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July 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” In this study, proxalutamide significantly reduced the 30-day hospitalization rate by 91% compared to placebo in men with COVID-19 treated in outpatient settings.
42 citations
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November 2018 in “Archives of dermatological research” Apremilast was not effective in treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
33 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, PRP increased hair density in areas treated for androgenetic alopecia, but there was no significant difference when compared to placebo-treated areas.
29 citations
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October 2020 in “eLife” This study using Mendelian randomization in UK Biobank data suggests that lifelong increased free testosterone may have mixed effects, including increased bone density and prostate cancer risk, warranting well-powered trials to address uncertainties.
29 citations
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April 2019 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This study found that combining fractional erbium-glass laser therapy with topical minoxidil significantly improved hair density and diameter in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to using minoxidil alone over a 24-week period, with no serious adverse events reported.
26 citations
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September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study reports that the prevalence of male pattern baldness in Asians is higher than previously believed, with potential links to socioeconomic factors and westernized diets, though the exact cause remains unclear.
25 citations
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May 2020 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” In this randomized clinical trial, the authors reported that adipose-derived stem cell constituent extract topical solution increased hair density and thickness in patients with androgenetic alopecia over 16 weeks compared to placebo.
24 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study found that combining microneedling with topical minoxidil was more effective than minoxidil alone in increasing hair count and improving patient satisfaction for men with androgenetic alopecia, though the cosmetic impact was not significant.
24 citations
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April 2008 in “Fertility and sterility” In this study, pioglitazone treatment in insulin-resistant PCOS patients decreased relative 5alpha-reductase activity without significantly affecting cortisol levels or urinary cortisol excretion.
22 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that platelet-rich plasma was effective for hair regrowth in women with androgenic alopecia, though less so than minoxidil, but it was associated with improved quality of life responses.
20 citations
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July 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” This study found that combining micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and autologous non-activated platelet-rich plasma increased hair density in patients with androgenic alopecia over the treatment period.
20 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of Advanced Research” This study found that high-dose vitamin A and E supplementation with zinc may improve glycemic control and beta-cell function in patients with type 2 diabetes, compared to no supplements.
19 citations
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April 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study found that transplantation of autologous stromal vascular fraction cells increased skin thickness and improved regeneration when combined with mechanical stretching, without severe adverse events.
18 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that PRP injections using the Eclipse system significantly improved hair density and caliber in women with androgenetic alopecia compared to saline placebo at 24 weeks.
18 citations
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August 2012 in “Chinese journal of integrative medicine/Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine” This study reported that total glucosides of paeony capsules were as effective and safe as compound glycyrrhizin tablets for treating mild to moderate alopecia areata.
17 citations
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January 1993 in “Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology” This study found that recombinant IFN α-2b injections in patients with acute post-transfusion hepatitis C can suppress viral RNA and lead to normalization of serum ALT, though long-term prevention of chronicity remains unclear.
16 citations
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March 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study demonstrated that regular use of LactoSporin cream for 10 weeks significantly reduced wrinkles and fine lines in healthy female participants, although improvements in skin elasticity and hydration were not significantly better than placebo when measured by certain instruments.
14 citations
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September 2023 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” This source observed that while supplementation with pro-, pre-, and synbiotics showed some beneficial effects for PCOS-related outcomes, the evidence quality was deemed low to very low, highlighting the need for further well-designed randomized controlled trials in women with PCOS.
14 citations
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May 2023 in “Dermatologic Surgery” VYC-12L effectively improves skin smoothness, reduces fine lines, and boosts hydration.
11 citations
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April 2024 in “Allergy Asthma and Clinical Immunology” This study found compelling genetic evidence linking atopic and allergic conditions with the development of alopecia areata, suggesting a need for closer monitoring in affected individuals.
11 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study observed no significant improvement of mesotherapy over 5% topical minoxidil for male androgenic alopecia, despite a small increase in hair shaft diameter variation with mesotherapy.
11 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatology” In a randomized study, men treated with dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia experienced sexual adverse events at twice the rate of those on placebo during 24 weeks, but these events were mild, moderate, and resolved after treatment.
11 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of research in pharmacy practice” This study found that the combination of zinc sulfate and calcium pantothenate improved hair density and participant satisfaction in women with hair loss, suggesting its potential as an initial treatment option.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma had limited efficacy in treating alopecia areata but may help restore immune balance in the affected areas.
9 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study found that applying 2.5% testosterone gel increased facial terminal hairs in young males with beta-thalassemia major and was well tolerated.
8 citations
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April 2021 in “Medical journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran” This study found that a short course of finasteride improved oxygen saturation but had no significant impact on mortality rate or length of hospital stay in older male COVID-19 pneumonia patients.