October 2018 in “Annals of oncology” This study reported that topical BPM31543 was safe and well-tolerated for patients on taxane-based chemotherapy, with some efficacy indicated in reducing hair loss at all dosages tested.
February 2023 in “Global Journal of Reproductive Medicine” The authors discuss BPH treatment options and highlight that while medications can manage symptoms, recent minimally invasive procedures may offer promise for elderly males who are not surgical candidates or wish to avoid surgery.
December 2021 in “Figshare” This study suggests that the downregulation of BBS7 in occlusal hypofunctional periodontal ligament impairs Shh signaling, which is essential for maintaining periodontal ligament homeostasis.
August 2019 in “KMOU Repository (Korea Maritime and Ocean University)” This study found that methanol extract from Sapium rotundifolium Hemsl. reduced prostate enlargement and related protein expressions in testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia models in both cells and rats.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study found that applying a formulation derived from Bacopa procumbens significantly promoted hair growth, pigmentation, and follicular cycle acceleration in mice compared to minoxidil, potentially offering a new therapeutic approach for hair health.
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June 2018 in “Food Reviews International” This review discusses the potential benefits of pumpkin seed oil for men's health, particularly in conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, overactive bladder, and androgenic alopecia, but reports no new clinical results.
March 2025 in “Jurnal Farmamedika (Pharmamedica Journal)” In this study, Indonesian spices were screened in silico for their potential to inhibit MMP9 and TNFα, which are involved in chronic diabetic wounds, and procyanidin was identified as the most promising therapeutic candidate due to its low binding energy to both proteins.
October 2015 in “Journal of the East Asian Society of Dietary Life” This study found that oral administration of Curcuma longa L. extract in castrated rats with benign prostate hyperplasia reduced pro-inflammatory cytokine expression, suggesting a potential anti-inflammatory effect.
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May 2016 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This study found that topical BPM31543 was safe, tolerable, and showed potential to reduce chemotherapy-induced alopecia at higher dosing levels among adult women with cancer receiving taxane-based chemotherapy.
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May 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports a novel homozygous mutation in the DST gene causing a unique form of epidermolysis bullosa simplex with prurigo papules in a 39-year-old Syrian man.
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February 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study concluded that the Scalp Photographic Index is a reliable and validated tool for objectively classifying and scoring various scalp conditions.
In this study, radial shockwave therapy significantly improved muscle spasticity, ankle range of motion, and functional abilities in children with spastic cerebral palsy, suggesting it may help them achieve greater autonomy in daily activities.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Bullous pemphigoid can look like erythema multiforme, so awareness is needed for proper treatment.
April 2024 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” In this study, researchers found that methylation of the SRD5A2 gene in blood and tissue samples can serve as a biomarker to predict men's clinical response to finasteride treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia, offering a non-invasive method for assessing potential treatment success.
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January 2016 in “Journal of gastrointestinal & digestive system” The researchers reported that the SAGI PGP procedure resulted in excess weight loss of over 90% in the first year and normalized blood sugar levels without medication among diabetic patients by the first month post-operation.
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January 2020 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia” This review found that finasteride monotherapy for managing LUTS/BPH significantly reduced prostate volume and improved symptoms, with sexual dysfunctions reported as notable side effects compared to placebo, but emphasizes the need for more comprehensive studies.
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November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that oral spironolactone is generally well tolerated and may be effective for treating female-pattern hair loss, with improvements in hair regrowth stability as measured by Sinclair scores.
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February 2024 in “Nutrients” This study investigated a novel extract from pomegranate byproducts, finding it effective in reducing blood pressure and inflammation in hypertensive rats, comparable to Captopril, while also highlighting the extract's potential to enhance the pomegranate supply chain and environmental benefits.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reports that although saw palmetto extract is marketed as a natural alternative for hair loss and prostate health, its unregulated status may pose safety and efficacy risks to consumers.
June 2020 in “Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia” This case study highlights that primary biliary cholangitis in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus can respond well to ursodeoxycholic acid therapy, and anti-DFS70 findings may require further evaluation for other nonsystemic autoimmune conditions.
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June 2015 in “Toxicology and Industrial Health” This study found that low doses of bisphenol A may increase proliferation of the ventral prostate in adult rats by altering the estrogen to androgen ratio and gene expression.
October 2006 in “Aging Health” This study found that dutasteride significantly reduces the risk of acute urinary retention and surgical intervention in men with benign prostatic enlargement compared to placebo.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study suggests that using the International Psoriasis Council's classification, which includes body surface area, special areas, and treatment history, may identify more candidates for systemic therapy than by body surface area alone.
December 2024 in “Egyptian Journal of Chemistry” This review highlights that Serenoa repens exhibits anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory activities, potentially alleviating benign prostate hyperplasia symptoms, with phytosterols and fatty acids as key active constituents, while suggesting more research into additional medicinal uses and phytochemicals is needed.
October 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Spironolactone can cause side effects like high potassium levels and breast enlargement, and patients need careful monitoring.
April 2026 in “Human Genome Variation” In this study, researchers identified a recurrent MBTPS2 splice-site variant as a mutational hotspot in IFAP syndrome across diverse families, with phenotype severity suggesting the influence of additional modifiers.
September 2011 in “Urology” This study reports on biofeedback treatment for dysfunctional voiding in three adult cases, providing insights into this condition when diagnosed beyond childhood.
June 2019 in “Journal of Hypertension” This study found that magnesium deficiency in rats led to elevated diastolic blood pressure and altered vascular responses, although the mechanisms remain unclear.
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