August 2018 in “Cadernos de Agroecologia” This study reported that a new sulfur paste formulation with added plant extract and propolis effectively treated scabies in rabbits by promoting rapid tissue regeneration, hair growth, and eliminating secondary infections, offering a more affordable and less irritating alternative to commercial treatments.
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October 2003 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics” This study found that hair depigmentation in mice and humans can be a dynamic indicator of KIT inhibition by the drug SU11248, correlating with treatment periods.
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July 2019 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the increasing global popularity of scalp micropigmentation for creating the illusion of hair density in hair restoration but does not present new research findings.
January 2012 in “Lume (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul)”
January 2024 in “International Journal of Morphology” In this study, researchers observed that shikonin promotes wound healing in a mouse burn model by enhancing skin cell proliferation and fibroblast activity through the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic treatment for skin injuries.
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February 2024 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In this case report, a 7-month-old boy with Netherton syndrome experienced significant improvement in symptoms, including reduced pruritus and increased hair growth, through a combination of intravenous immunoglobulin and dupilumab treatment, which also decreased high serum IgE levels and food-specific IgE antibodies.
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November 2017 in “JFL : Jurnal Farmasi Lampung” In this study, researchers found that hair tonic formulations containing Nothopanax scutellarium extract enhanced hair growth in male rabbits over 21 days, with the 25% concentration showing comparable effects to a minoxidil-based positive control.
November 2024 in “Circulation” This study found that GLP1-RAs, while not triggering significant safety signals, were reported more often for suicide, hair loss, and aspiration events compared to some other diabetes medications.
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December 2004 in “Nature Genetics”
In this experimental study, mixing temperature and rate were found to significantly influence cream's physical properties, with mixing rate affecting spreadability and temperature affecting viscosity.
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January 2020 in “Biomaterials Science” In this study, small molecule-loaded silk fibroin nanofiber scaffolds with chitosan achieved sustained release of GSK-3 inhibitor SB216763, leading to enhanced wound healing and hair follicle neogenesis in skin regeneration efforts.
February 2023 in “JAAD case reports” This case report describes a patient who developed Trichodysplasia spinulosa, a folliculocentric viral infection, after heart transplantation, and experienced improvement in her skin condition following modulation of immunosuppressive therapy and application of topical cidofovir.
May 2023 in “Reactions Weekly” January 2013 in “Reactions Weekly” In this study, pilomatricoma, a benign skin tumor from hair follicle matrix cells, is highlighted as an important consideration when diagnosing painless, firm subcutaneous nodules, with accurate diagnosis relying on histopathological examination.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the PON1 192 R allele was associated with an increased risk of psoriasis and altered lipid profiles in patients from Western Mexico.
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January 2024 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This study identified common and previously unlisted adverse events associated with four anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies for migraine prevention, highlighting a varied safety profile post-marketing.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study developed a new triamcinolone acetonide serum combined with a microneedling device, showing promise for treating alopecia areata by targeting hair follicles in a less invasive, patient-friendly way with confirmed drug solubility, compatibility, and safety.
This study found that P144 (Disitertide) significantly reduced collagen deposition and improved muscle organization in a rabbit model of post-radiotherapy fibrosis, suggesting potential antifibrotic effects.
June 2026 in “The Journal of Cosmetic Medicine” This narrative review reports that scalp micropigmentation offers immediate cosmetic improvements in hair density appearance, but does not promote actual hair regrowth and results vary based on the operator's skill.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study examined the market trends for biologics that have lost patent exclusivity and predicted that drugs like adalimumab, once facing competition, could see price reductions and decreased market share, although the impact on accessibility and total patient use remains unclear.
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March 2016 in “Düşünen Adam” This case report describes alopecia associated with escitalopram use, which improved upon switching to duloxetine, and examines existing literature on antidepressant-related hair loss.
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January 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” This study identified orally available itaconate derivatives that improve cellular permeability and bioavailability, with specific POC-based prodrugs showing significant inhibition of inflammatory cytokines in human epidermal keratinocytes and favorable oral pharmacokinetics, highlighting their potential for treating systemic and skin disorders.
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August 1979 in “PubMed” This study found that adding zinc to the drinking water improved hair coat and skin condition in moustached marmosets with symptoms resembling zinc deficiency.
January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
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January 2020 in “Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Medicine/Revista Brasileira de Medicina Veterinária” In this study, sarolaner administered orally proved effective in treating demodectic mange in a naturally infested cat in Brazil, as no mites were observed and skin condition improved after 21 days.
This study found that baricitinib, a selective Janus kinase inhibitor, led to significantly improved scalp coverage in alopecia areata patients over 36 weeks compared to placebo, though adverse effects like acne and urinary tract infections were reported.
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January 2024 in “Microorganisms” This study suggests that the synthetic peptide SPIKENET (SPK) may protect against long-term skin alterations in mice following coronavirus infection, offering potential therapeutic intervention for similar effects in humans post-COVID-19.