July 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This article reviews the challenges and potential solutions in hair transplant surgery for addressing hair loss and reports no new clinical findings.
This review examines current treatment options for alopecia areata and highlights the challenges due to limited evidence-based data and unpredictability in disease progression.
July 2026 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study observed that excimer laser therapy led to subjective improvements in hair appearance for 60% of scarring alopecia patients and reduced symptoms like scalp pain, burning, and pruritus, indicating potential as an adjunctive treatment for inflammatory control and disease stabilization.
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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
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June 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
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April 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that female patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are significantly more likely to have systemic lupus erythematosus compared to controls.
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December 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” This article describes adult female acne as a complex condition affected by genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors, with hormonal therapies highlighted as particularly valuable for treatment.
October 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study demonstrated that disrupting EGFR signaling in mice leads to immune sensitivity compromising the hair follicle's protective environment, but JAK1/2 inhibition can restore this immune privilege and stimulate hair growth, suggesting a potential therapy for scarring hair loss diseases like cicatricial alopecia.
June 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Scientists found key proteins and genes that affect skin and hair health, and identified potential new treatments for hair loss, skin disorders, and wound healing.
November 2009 in “Medical & surgical dermatology” This study found that haploinsufficiency of SPINK5 can lead to Netherton syndrome when a single null mutation combines with homozygous G1258A polymorphisms, suggesting it acts as a genuine mutation affecting LEKTI function.
March 2025 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” In this article, researchers explore the causes, diagnostic approaches, and treatment strategies for diffuse telogen alopecia, emphasizing the importance of identifying triggers such as stress and metabolic disorders to effectively manage this hair loss condition.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” Results are not reported for this study exploring how herbal hair dye, made from natural plant-based ingredients, might promote glossier, longer, and thicker hair while covering gray.
68 citations
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review of acne management strategies highlights current treatments, such as topical and systemic therapies, procedural methods, and dietary changes, while also discussing emerging options like biologics and probiotics as potential future treatments, emphasizing personalized care due to acne's complex nature.
February 2026 in “MDPI (MDPI AG)” This review provides a comprehensive look at injectable treatments like PRP, stem cells, and exosomes for hair regrowth, highlighting their potential to minimize systemic and localized side effects associated with conventional medications, and improve patient care by stimulating natural hair growth.
August 2022 in “Nature Biotechnology” This report highlights Amvuttra's approval for hATTR amyloidosis as a more convenient RNAi therapy, and Olumiant's attention as the first systemic drug for hair loss among recent developments.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Veterinary medicine international” This review discusses the nature, diagnosis, and control of mange in rabbits, focusing on its zoonotic implications and currently available treatment strategies, and reports no clinical results.
May 2025 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” This case study highlights the aggressive progression and complex management challenges of metastatic insulinomas, with an emphasis on considering early systemic chemotherapy and advanced therapies like everolimus and PRRT for improved outcomes.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review reported that certain systemic drugs, including antiepileptics and anticancer drugs, can lead to changes in hair pigmentation, such as hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation, with varied prevalence and clinical characteristics.
January 2026 in “Case Reports in Rheumatology” This case report described a woman with systemic lupus erythematosus and Type 2 diabetes who developed dermatomyositis, showing improvements in muscle strength and creatine kinase levels following treatment with rituximab.
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January 2024 This study systematically reviewed recent literature to demonstrate that Long COVID involves complex, multi-systemic symptoms, influenced by factors such as pre-existing conditions and vaccination status, complicating its diagnosis and treatment.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review highlights the role of the brain–gut–skin axis in systemic inflammatory skin conditions, revealing potential interventions like microbiome-directed treatments and integrative therapies, though emphasizes the need for more robust clinical validation.
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July 2025 in “MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications” This review discusses the potential of microneedles in cancer diagnosis and treatment, highlighting advances and ongoing clinical trials, but reports no new results; it emphasizes the minimally invasive nature of this technology.
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November 1998 in “Pediatrics in review” This article reviews the characteristics and treatment options for various dermatophyte infections, highlighting that systemic treatment is essential for tinea capitis while topical treatments are generally effective for other types.
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October 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study highlights that chemicals used in brow lamination, like ammonium thioglycolate and thioglycolic acid, may cause skin irritation and other systemic issues, suggesting a need for further investigation and regulatory measures.
September 2025 in “BULLETIN OF STOMATOLOGY AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY” In this review, researchers explored the complex mechanisms behind chemotherapy-induced side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss, and discussed potential strategies using natural agents to manage these toxicities, improving understanding for targeted adjunct therapies.
March 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” In this retrospective chart review, researchers found that patients with scarring alopecia, including central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, have a higher prevalence of various systemic comorbidities, such as vitamin D deficiency and metabolic syndrome, compared to the general US population.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that individuals with frontal fibrosing alopecia have increased odds of thyroid disease, lupus erythematous, vitiligo, and heart disease, supporting the consideration of FFA as a systemic disorder.
119 citations
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January 2012 in “Nutrition & Metabolism” This article suggests that modern lifestyle changes, including diet, stress, and chronic anti-inflammatory medication use, may disrupt the natural process of inflammation resolution, increasing vulnerability to chronic disease.
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November 2018 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” In a study reviewing 291 patients with lichen planopilaris, findings revealed that women were more commonly affected than men, cyclosporine and methotrexate were most effective in achieving remission, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and systemic retinoids were particularly beneficial for frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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March 2015 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This review discusses the complexity of neuroactive steroid therapies for neuroprotection and reports no new clinical findings, suggesting potential unexpected effects in the brain compared to systemic levels.