2 citations
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May 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study observed that rhomboid minigraft techniques in hair restoration surgery improved graft stability and reduced complications compared to traditional rectangular minigrafts.
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November 2016 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study proposed the existence of a membrane-like structure between the cuticle and cortex in human hair, which may provide strong protection against external stimuli.
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September 2010 in “Animal” This study found that selecting Angus cattle for early puberty reduced their prolactin levels, which may indicate a response to changing day length.
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January 2022 in “Scientific reports” This study identified distinct gene expression programs in keratinocytes responsible for forming hard scales and soft interscale epidermis in chickens, revealing conserved differentiation genes similar to those in human skin.
5 citations
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July 2003 in “Drug Development Research” In this study, using a novel topical androgen receptor suppressor, fluridil, significantly increased the percentage of growing hairs in males with androgenetic alopecia without systemic absorption or adverse side effects.
November 2017 in “Koubunshi rombunshuu/Kōbunshi ronbunshū” In this study, treatments using a shampoo and conditioner with hematin helped repair damaged hair by depositing a cuticle-like structure, straightening hair as observed through electron microscopy.
This article describes a new hair transplant technique combining FUT and FUE to increase graft numbers in patients with high levels of baldness and reduced scalp laxity, but it does not report clinical outcomes.
20 citations
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March 2021 in “Drug design, development and therapy” This review summarizes the pharmacology, mechanisms, and clinical efficacy of topical immunotherapy for alopecia areata but reports no new clinical results.
June 2022 in “Journal of Dermatology Research” This study found that 448-kHz Capacitive-Resistive Electrothermal Therapy led to a significant increase in hair density in women with Female Pattern Hair Loss, likely due to stimulated proliferation of dermal papilla cells.
6 citations
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October 2024 in “npj Digital Medicine” This study observed that patients with COVID-19 had many conditions and phenotypes that increased post-infection, varying by demographics and infection wave, which could enhance understanding and diagnostics of Long-COVID.
April 2025 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” This study found that an herbal hair gel formulated with natural ingredients like aloe vera and essential oils showed stability, effectiveness, and aesthetic appeal, suggesting it could be a viable, safe alternative to synthetic hair gels, with potential for future production and clinical evaluation.
January 2020 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study observed that a polyherbal hair oil made from virgin coconut oil and extracts of nine different herbs demonstrated effectiveness in promoting hair growth with a cooling effect and no reported side effects, based on various evaluated properties.
January 2021 in “Esculapio” This study found that autologous platelet-rich plasma treatment significantly increased the number of hairs in male patients with androgenetic alopecia.
5 citations
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May 2019 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” This study reported that in embryo transfer cycles for women with nonclassic 21-hydroxylase deficiency, dexamethasone use was associated with improved pregnancy rates, and maintaining a BMI below 23.36 kg/m² increased pregnancy probabilities.
162 citations
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August 2002 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” This study found that latanoprost induces significant growth and pigmentation of lashes and ancillary hairs, with effects mirroring both brief and chronic treatments observed in patients and animal models.
107 citations
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November 2008 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This study found that fibromyalgia prevalence is slightly higher in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus compared to those with arthritis, but fibromyalgia-ness does not bias the SLE Activity Questionnaire.
September 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” This study suggests that while platelet-rich products show promise in treating dermatological conditions like chronic wounds and skin aging, there is still a need for standardized methodologies and extensive trials to confirm their long-term clinical benefits.
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April 2014 in “Nature Communications” This study analyzed skin from 538 knockout mouse mutants and identified 50 with epidermal phenotypes, providing valuable insights into genetic conditions and systemic effects related to skin abnormalities.
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May 2022 in “Голова и шея.” This study evaluated the quality of life and mental health of patients after moderate traumatic brain injury, reporting changes in physical, mental, and social health as measured by various health scales.
12 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This review discusses platelet-rich plasma and microneedling for alopecia areata, reporting promising small-scale findings but no new results, and suggests further trials to determine efficacy and specific disease subtype suitability.
12 citations
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January 2021 in “Drugs in R&D” This review and meta-analysis found that isotretinoin is an effective treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp, with a high estimated efficacy rate of 90%, yet 24% of patients experienced recurrence after successful treatment.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “AYUSHDHARA” This paper reviews the Ayurvedic formulation Nilibhringadi Taila, which is claimed to improve hair quality and treat issues such as split hairs, premature greying, and baldness, and emphasizes the need for further research on its uses and effectiveness.
122 citations
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April 1995 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The document describes how to tell different types of non-scarring hair loss apart by looking at hair and scalp tissue under a microscope.
This study reports that a novel eyelash transplantation method using chalazion forceps effectively thickens and enhances eyelashes by precisely placing transplanted hairs in a narrow recipient area, with approximately 85-92% of transplanted lashes expected to grow within 12 months.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case study reported that even with improved adrenal androgens and testosterone levels, treating women with AH-PCOS with glucocorticoids did not significantly improve ovulatory function or hirsutism.
20 citations
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November 2014 in “JAMA dermatology” This study found that three treatments with the 810-nm diode laser improved skin texture and roughness/bumpiness in keratosis pilaris patients, although it did not reduce redness.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study reported that testosterone levels over 150 ng/dL combined with lack of testosterone suppression during a low-dose dexamethasone suppression test may indicate androgen-producing tumors, though this wasn't consistent across all cases.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” This study suggests that altered levels of NRF2 may be important in the development of androgenetic alopecia in men.
Hair can't be as strong as Rapunzel's because it's impractical to scale up due to defects.
This study reviewed the efficacy of hair intradermotherapy for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding that the technique, whether used alone or with other interventions, can increase hair density, reduce hair loss, and improve patient self-esteem, although professional supervision is recommended to minimize adverse effects.