38 citations
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June 2005 in “Contact Dermatitis” This case report describes a patient with an allergic sensitization to minoxidil, indicating that such patients should pursue alternative therapies to treat androgenetic alopecia.
14 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study reports that combination therapy with oral steroids, anthralin, and minoxidil yielded effective cosmetic responses in 80% of patients with treatment-resistant extensive alopecia areata.
31 citations
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September 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews anthralin's pharmacology, mode of action, and its use for psoriasis and other dermatoses, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2015 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This diagnostic discussion reports that diffuse alopecia areata was identified in a patient with diffuse hair loss, based on specific histopathological features observed in a biopsy.
January 2012 in “The Year book of dermatology” This study found that women with late onset acne have fewer comedones and acne lesions compared to those with early onset, despite no differences in P. acnes density or sebum secretion.
May 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks” According to this source, wigs and hair prosthetics can enhance social confidence and quality of life for patients with alopecia, especially when other treatments fall short aesthetically, but care is needed to prevent issues like traction alopecia and contact dermatitis.
18 citations
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February 2002 in “Der Hautarzt” This review discusses the dual effects of sporting activities on skin health, highlighting potential risks like skin diseases and benefits such as improved outcomes in chronic skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
21 citations
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September 1987 in “PubMed” This article reviews various treatments for alopecia areata, noting the variable success in hair regrowth and the popularity of corticosteroids, but does not report new clinical results.
23 citations
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July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the use of contact sensitizers for topical immunotherapy in dermatological conditions such as alopecia areata and viral warts, but it reports no new clinical findings.
16 citations
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January 2007 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A man had an allergic reaction to minoxidil, which stopped after he discontinued use and started corticosteroids.
24 citations
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June 2018 in “Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research” This review discusses the potential of microneedle arrays for drug delivery and in the cosmetic market, but reports no new clinical results; factors for commercial therapeutic use are explored.
January 2020 in “Global dermatology” This study investigated the effects of GFC with FGF5s and NMN at a depth of 0.8 mm using a microneedle for treating hair loss, but the abstract provides no measurable results.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Przegląd Dermatologiczny” This review discusses current and emerging treatments for alopecia areata, emphasizing systemic treatments for moderate to severe cases, and reports no new clinical results.
145 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This guideline review by the European Dermatology Forum evaluates current treatments for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new research findings, aiming to assist dermatologists in selecting safe and effective therapies.
July 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study reports that combining baricitinib with low-dose cyclosporine and steroids resulted in effective and safe treatment for a case of alopecia totalis, maintaining hair regrowth without adverse effects.
14 citations
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December 2010 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This article reviews recent advances and therapeutic approaches in treating alopecia areata, highlighting new potential treatments like pulse corticosteroid therapy, but reports no new research findings.
14 citations
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January 1985 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review explored recent research on the immune mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets for alopecia areata, highlighting the roles of immune-related cells, autocrine and paracrine signaling, as well as factors like adipose-derived stem cells and gut microbiota in disease pathogenesis.
6 citations
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November 2007 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education & Practice” This review discusses common causes of alopecia in children, such as telogen effluvium and alopecia areata, and highlights diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, but presents no new clinical results.
51 citations
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December 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses updated treatment guidelines for alopecia areata in Japan, highlighting new options like corticosteroid pulse therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
16 citations
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July 2013 in “Human & Experimental Toxicology” This study reports that complementary and alternative medicine is commonly used for dermatological diseases in Eastern Turkey, with 43.7% of patients using at least one method and various unconventional practices observed.
8 citations
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January 1989 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry” This chapter reviews treatments for alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia but presents no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for more effective and safe hair growth promoters.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article discusses various forms of hair loss and their psychological impacts, noting the lack of definitive treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in immunology” This review highlights the crucial role of histone modification in the pathogenesis and treatment of chronic inflammatory skin diseases, and explores therapeutic strategies targeting these epigenetic changes to improve management of conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case report highlights the importance of considering pituitary stalk interruption syndrome as a potential diagnosis for patients with short stature, as early detection may allow those affected to achieve normal height.
6 citations
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April 2019 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” This study observed that testosterone therapy in transgender men enhances both physical and mental health, is safe in the short and middle term with proper follow-up, and highlights the need for endocrinologists to provide gender-affirming care despite its limited presence in medical education.
29 citations
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January 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This study found that photodynamic therapy using 5-aminolevulinic acid or methyl aminolevulinate is a safe and effective treatment for acne vulgaris, particularly with 30 to 60 minutes of contact time and three treatments for significant long-term improvement.
32 citations
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September 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” This article states that hormone therapy with estrogens and antiandrogens for transgender females is within an obstetrician-gynecologist's practice scope and involves careful dosing and monitoring to manage short-term thrombotic risks.
19 citations
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July 2019 in “Biomedical Microdevices” This review discusses the safety and potential adverse events of microneedling as both a medical and consumer product, noting the need for further understanding; no new clinical results are presented.
31 citations
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April 2019 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” This review focuses on the immunologic-based skin conditions that can result from β-blocker use, emphasizing potential adverse dermatologic effects rather than their therapeutic benefits.