February 2024 in “ComFin Research” This source describes the traditional uses of Avaram (Senna auriculata) in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine, highlighting its application in treating diabetes, asthma, and skin conditions, with potential benefits for blood sugar, skin tone, and hair growth due to its antioxidant content.
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October 2018 in “Brain Research Bulletin” This article reviews the role of exosomes in promoting axonal regeneration and discusses recent findings on how exosome-borne molecules might influence the PTEN-mTOR pathway in injured neurons; it reports no new experimental results.
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March 2006 in “Journal of renal nutrition” This study found that hemodialysis patients taking water-soluble vitamins had a 16% lower mortality risk compared to those not taking any, but the specific supplementation needed remains unclear.
In this study, six types of cold-pressed oils commonly found in the Polish market were analyzed for their health-promoting compounds and antioxidant activity, revealing them as valuable sources of bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, sterols, and polyphenols, without exceeding recommended deterioration parameters.
January 2012 in “TRANSACTIONS OF THE JAPAN SOCIETY FOR AERONAUTICAL AND SPACE SCIENCES AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY JAPAN” This paper outlines the research plan and current progress of a study analyzing mineral metabolism changes in astronauts by examining hair shafts after long-term space flight, with no new results yet.
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February 2006 in “Current pharmaceutical design” This review discusses the use of 5α-reductase inhibitors in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia, highlighting their long-term effectiveness and benefits when combined with α1-adrenergic antagonists; it reports no new clinical results.
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January 2015 in “International journal for parasitology/International Journal for Parasitology” This study found that Schistosoma mansoni cercariae stimulate epidermal keratinocytes in mice, initiating pro-inflammatory responses and barrier repair mechanisms akin to those in wound healing.
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March 2017 in “Current Clinical Pharmacology” In this review, the authors discuss the pharmacology of dutasteride and compare its efficacy to finasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting dutasteride's effectiveness demonstrated in several clinical trials.
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January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” Non-viral vectors show promise for safe and effective CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing in treating diseases.
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January 2015 in “Journal of nanomedicine & biotherapeutic discovery” This review discusses the applications of nanotechnology in dermatology and cosmetics, describing types of nanoparticles, their potential uses, and considerations regarding their safety, but it presents no new clinical results.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, combining topical calcipotriol with mometasone results in greater improvement in alopecia areata treatment compared to using mometasone alone, as evidenced by a more significant reduction in SALT score over 24 weeks.
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August 2013 in “Middle East Fertility Society Journal” This study found that the hospital-based prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome among Omani women of reproductive age was 2.8%, similar to rates reported in other countries.
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January 2018 in “Acta Dermatovenerologica Alpina Pannonica et Adriatica” This case study highlights congenital atrichia with papular lesions as a cause of total body hair loss, characterized by the absence of hair follicles and the presence of skin-colored papules.
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August 2023 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study suggests that wearing the hijab may lead to an earlier onset of alopecia in women, with vitamin D deficiency and seborrheic dermatitis contributing to the risk of developing telogen effluvium.
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January 2008 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” This study found that among men with male pattern hair loss, taking 1mg of finasteride daily for two years slowed hair loss progression and increased hair growth.
March 2026 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This narrative review highlights important religious and cultural factors influencing dermatologic care for Muslim patients and proposes culturally sensitive strategies to improve patient-centered care, emphasizing respect for privacy, dignity, and spiritual values.
March 2026 in “Indian Journal of Anaesthesia” This study presents a case series highlighting post-operative pressure alopecia as a preventable complication of robotic gynecological surgeries, noting its delayed onset and non-scarring nature, and urging medical teams to implement preventive measures to reduce patient distress, especially among young women.
January 2026 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” This study in Egyptian children found that scalp hair loss significantly impacts quality of life, with nearly half experiencing severe emotional and social challenges, particularly those with alopecia areata and tinea capitis.
June 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This study introduced and evaluated a new dermoscopic feature, pigmented rings with central clearing, for improving the diagnosis of melasma and differentiating it from similar conditions.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Stem Cells” This review discusses the role of melanocyte stem cells in skin pigmentation and potential regenerative therapies, but reports no new clinical results.
December 2023 in “Advances in basic medical sciences.” In this cohort study, short-term treatment with metformin in overweight/obese women with PCOS significantly improved menstrual irregularities and lipid profiles (HDL and LDL levels), but did not significantly affect BMI, insulin, testosterone, or adipokine levels compared to the unexposed group.
December 2023 in “ANNALS OF ABBASI SHAHEED HOSPITAL AND KARACHI MEDICAL & DENTAL COLLEGE” In this study, PCOS patients had lower Spexin levels, which were inversely associated with adverse metabolic and hormonal profiles, suggesting a role for Spexin in PCOS pathways.
May 2023 in “Advances in medicine” In this study, Alopecia Areata patients were generally knowledgeable about their condition, believed it was due to genetic or health factors, and experienced significant anxiety and depression affecting their quality of life.
May 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that Muslim women who wear the hijab experienced an earlier onset of non-scarring alopecia compared to those who do not, with vitamin D deficiency and seborrheic dermatitis potentially contributing to the development of telogen effluvium in this group.
January 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
December 2022 in “BioScientific review” This review discusses the complex pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and reports no new results, underscoring the need for comprehensive treatment plans.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case report describes a rare instance of virilizing androgen production due to an ovarian serous cystadenoma in a 59-year-old woman, with testosterone levels normalizing after its removal.
January 2021 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This study observed that male smokers aged 20 to 35 showed a higher prevalence of hair loss compared to nonsmokers, suggesting that smoking and its related chemicals may accelerate alopecia.
January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” January 2015 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This case report describes an eight-year-old Kashmiri boy diagnosed with monilethrix, a rare genetic hair disorder, characterized by a beaded appearance and fragility of the hair shaft.