January 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, CoQ10 and selenium nanoparticles showed potential to alleviate hyperlipidemia and simvastatin-induced side effects in rats, but a triple combination with simvastatin caused intense liver and muscle damage.
December 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review discusses the unmet needs and barriers in managing alopecia areata in Latin America, highlighting access constraints and recommending coordinated efforts to improve patient outcomes with promising new treatments.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case report highlights a novel NR5A1 gene variant associated with a severe 46,XY disorder of sex development, stressing the importance of genetic screening in similar cases.
April 2021 in “Interciencia médica” This article reviews the complex nature and diagnostic criteria of polycystic ovary syndrome, and discusses its treatment options without reporting any new clinical results.
April 2020 in “The Egyptian Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study concluded that both follicular unit extraction and scalp expanders are effective for hair restoration in secondary cicatricial alopecia when tailored to patient-specific factors.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the potential of Ziziphus species and its extracted oil as new therapeutic agents in drug development and highlights the need for further studies to fully exploit this species for human health benefits.
This case study reports on an 86-year-old woman with a rectal bezoar causing intermittent intestinal obstruction and bleeding, highlighting the importance of considering bezoars in gastrointestinal bleeding diagnosis and removal.
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January 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study developed a high-resolution phototrichogram system that can automatically and accurately assess hair growth metrics in cosmetic trials, achieving over 90% correlation with manual measurements.
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January 1976 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” This study found that sodium and potassium hair levels may serve as sex-specific indicators, with slight differences in copper and iron content between males and females, particularly during the female reproductive period.
May 2026 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” In this study, researchers developed and tested a novel peptide, AMHR2BP, which mimics the function of Anti-Müllerian hormone to protect ovarian follicles in mice, showing promise for preserving ovarian health during chemotherapy without causing toxicity.
April 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This research observed that diabetes impairs wound healing in mice by disrupting key mechanotransduction pathways in fibroblasts, which are crucial for the healing process. The study also suggests transcriptomic changes could inform future diabetic wound repair therapies.
March 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study identified distinct plasma miRNA profiles in alopecia areata that may aid in diagnosis and therapy, but further validation is needed to confirm these exploratory findings.
January 2025 in “Figshare” This case report describes a 17-month-old girl who experienced sudden hair whitening during septic shock, suggesting systemic stress may trigger canities subita in young children and highlighting the need to distinguish it from congenital pigment dilution syndromes.
January 2025 in “Figshare” In this case study, a 17-month-old girl experienced sudden hair depigmentation during septic shock hospitalization, suggesting systemic stress as a potential trigger for pediatric canities subita associated with diffuse alopecia areata.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified 15 Iranian patients with PLEC variants linked to various plectinopathies and highlighted a novel association between a homozygous nonsense variant in PLEC and a rare combination of disorders including EB pruriginosa, muscular dystrophy, and congenital myasthenic syndrome.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This case study reports that a 26-year-old woman with epidermolysis bullosa prurogompsa also presented with unique findings of co-existing muscular dystrophy and immune-based myasthenia gravis, with significant improvement following steroid treatment.
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July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online” This research reviewed literature to evaluate the role of micronutrients in hair loss and hair growth, examining normal nutrient levels, their role in the hair follicle cycle, and their use in treatments, with data drawn from 92 peer-reviewed articles and reputable health organizations.
October 2024 in “University of Thi-Qar Journal of Medicine” This study found that PRP therapy, topical treatments, and pharmacological interventions were effective in reducing hair loss among adults in Sulaimani Province.
January 2018 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This review discusses the various applications of chitosan-based materials in dermatology and highlights their potential as promising new materials but does not present new experimental results.
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January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics” This study found that while Sudanese women had good awareness of hormonal contraceptives, they lacked knowledge about emergency contraceptives and non-family planning benefits, with side effects like hair loss influencing their attitudes.
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February 2011 in “Dermatology reports” In this study, oral acitretin therapy for psoriasis was associated with excess granulation tissue in the nail sulcus and noncicatricial universal alopecia.
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September 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this study, researchers using a Treg-specific HuR-deficient mouse model found that the RNA-binding protein HuR is crucial for stabilizing Foxp3 mRNA, affecting Treg function and immune regulation, with HuR disruption leading to impaired Foxp3 expression and potential autoimmune dysfunction.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Crohn's and colitis” In this case series, researchers observed that patients with inflammatory bowel disease often experienced vitamin C deficiency, which was linked to symptoms of scurvy, highlighting the need for dietary counseling.
January 2025 in “Clinical and Medical Engineering Live” This study discusses the potential health risks associated with occupational radiation exposure, including genetic mutations, cancers, and other diseases, and outlines strategies for prevention and occupational health safety.
November 2024 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that cutaneous hyperpigmentation is a primary dermatological manifestation in patients with Graves' disease, with certain treatments like carbimazole and propranolol being statistically associated with skin symptoms.
This randomized control trial reported that mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes significantly increased hair density and thickness in patients with androgenic alopecia, with a mean increase of 35 hairs/cm² over 12 weeks compared to the placebo group, which showed minimal hair density changes.
This report details a case of hair, nail, and pigmentary disorders occurring 10 months after starting abemaciclib for metastatic breast cancer, highlighting that cutaneous side effects, although less frequent, can lead to discontinuation in 25% of cases.
November 2023 in “Curēus” This study, conducted in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, found that women with PCOS who consumed diets high in carbohydrates, fats, and refined sugars had a significant prevalence of obesity and struggled with weight loss, with fast food consumption notably associated with facial acne.
November 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Microbiology” This study found that protective measures against COVID-19, such as prolonged mask-wearing and frequent hand washing, were associated with skin issues, hair loss, and nail brittleness among participants in Iraq.
September 2015 in “University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)” This guideline provides a concise evidence-based overview of various aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome, including diagnosis and follow-up of secondary effects, but reports no new clinical results.