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β-catenin affects hair growth and can lead to tumors, needing more research for better understanding.

This study examines how thirteenth-century French authors used hair and animal traits to interrogate social identities and gender roles, reflecting broader religious, political, and cultural discourses of the time.

This study indicates that the thermoregulatory hypothesis is most likely the main factor behind the evolution of hairlessness in humans.

Pill splitting increased generic finasteride sales but didn't affect branded finasteride sales.

This paper reports three cases of hair transplantation using Feily's method, which showed unusual long-lasting dark areas on the scalp, suggesting more than 24 hours of caution might be needed to prevent necrosis.

This study explored the ethnopharmacological use of traditional plants by the Amarasi community in Indonesia for treating dandruff and hair loss, identifying 18 plants with potential anti-dandruff and hair-nourishing properties used by local healers for scalp care.

This study found that as Japanese women age, their hair cuticle becomes more prone to damage, shifting from type L to type E damage patterns, and hair surface properties, including fatty acid content, deteriorate.

The study found that pili bifurcati causes hair to intermittently split into two branches, each with its own outer layer.

This article narrates a case where a patient with androgenetic alopecia faced high out-of-pocket costs for finasteride 1 mg and sought to reduce expenses by requesting a prescription for 5 mg tablets typically used for BPH, which are covered by insurance.

Cataract surgery guidelines vary across Europe, and generic finasteride sales for hair loss have grown due to pill splitting.

In this case study, a 74-year-old woman improved her scalp hair condition by reducing chronic rubbing, leading to hair regrowth without ongoing abnormalities after behavior modification.

This report describes two scalp lichen simplex chronicus cases with hair loss and intense itching, noting unique dermoscopic and histopathological features.

In this study, a gel formulation with Fenugreek seed extract demonstrated beneficial effects in reducing hair splitting among patients compared to placebo.

This case study reported on a 6-year-old boy with frictional alopecia in the lower limbs, likely linked to his habit of cross-legged sitting and occasional rubbing, highlighting the condition's rarity in pediatric cases and emphasizing the need for further research in this age group.

This article discusses central trichoptilosis with onycholysis but provides no new clinical results.

In this study, 46 patients aged 18-25 with atrophic acne scars underwent microneedling combined with autologous platelet-rich plasma therapy, resulting in significant improvement in 86.9% of cases without serious complications, suggesting this combination is effective for enhancing the appearance of acne scars.

This study suggests that a novel computational method using side-effect data from social media might aid in drug repositioning by identifying known and potential therapeutic indications.

Cataract surgery in Europe varies in frequency and cost between countries.

This study found that scalp necrosis in hair restoration procedures primarily occurs in the central region, particularly on the right parietal aspect, and proposed a method to prevent this complication.

This report describes a case of pretibial myxedema in an 18-year-old Japanese woman with Graves' disease, along with a review of 112 similar cases from the Japanese literature.

This study found that a nutritional supplement containing peptides, lipids, hyaluronic acid, and collagen improved skin, hair, and nail dryness, with significant benefits noted for those with severe symptoms.

This study found that using 70% ethanol as a solvent for extracting unsoaked Leucaena leucocephala seeds produces a high extract yield while managing mimosine levels, indicating potential for nutraceutical use.

This study identified a novel microscopic "arrow sign" in hair root sheaths of patients on EGFR inhibitors, potentially aiding in diagnosing related hair changes and differentiating from fungal infections.

This research found that physical activity may modestly improve insulin resistance, lipids, and fitness in women with PCOS, though the evidence remains weak and more robust studies are needed.

This single patient case report observed that Vidarikandadi Kala Basti, an Ayurvedic Panchakarma procedure, was linked to modest improvements in Vitamin B12 levels and clinical symptoms, but larger studies are needed to determine its potential role in managing Vitamin B12 deficiency.

In this case report, a 22-year-old male with Vitamin B12 deficiency showed improved clinical symptoms and a modest rise in Vitamin B12 levels after undergoing classical Panchakarma therapy, though the authors emphasize that causality remains undetermined and further research is necessary.

This case report described the use of Vidarikandadi Kala Basti, a Panchakarma procedure, which was associated with improved symptoms and a modest Vitamin B12 increase in a patient with deficiency; however, the authors noted that causality cannot be established, and further controlled studies are needed.

This study observed that a health coaching intervention for infertile women with PCOS significantly reduced waist circumference, increased physical activity, and improved lifestyle, although it did not significantly change BMI compared to routine care.

In this study, PRP treatment improved hair loss in 40 female patients with female pattern alopecia, with most progressing to better grades of hair coverage after 6 months, while only minor pain was occasionally reported as an adverse effect.