May 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” In this study, oral tofacitinib significantly reduced alopecia severity in pediatric patients with moderate-to-severe alopecia areata over 24 weeks, with 42.2% achieving complete or near-complete hair regrowth, although further research is needed on long-term safety and relapse rates.
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March 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that some children and young adults with alopecia areata experienced flares during long-term tofacitinib treatment, despite initial successful hair regrowth.
August 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study of alopecia areata patients found that a 10 mg twice-daily dose of oral tofacitinib led to significant hair regrowth, suggesting it may be beneficial for treatment.
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May 2019 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” This study evaluated hair tonic and gel formulations containing Angiopteris evecta root water extract and found both fulfilled pharmaceutical preparation standards, with the 12.5% hair tonic and 10.0% gel concentrations most effective for hair growth without a significant difference in performance.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that Camellia sinensis (tea) extracts may protect hair from UV-induced damage and color change, with efficacy linked to higher concentrations of key compounds like catechins.
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September 2012 in “Turk Dermatoloji Dergisi” Low levels of ferritin and vitamin B12 are common in women with telogen effluvium, but the link between nutrient deficiencies and the condition is not clear.
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February 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study found that oral tofacitinib achieved significant hair regrowth in children with moderate to severe alopecia areata, with 72.2% reaching a 75% improvement and 52.8% achieving complete regrowth, though some patients did not respond and further research is needed on the treatment's long-term effects.
This study found that tenuazonic acid from Alternaria alternata can cause significant damage to vital organs in mice at low doses and highlights the need for regulatory measures to manage its risk in agricultural products.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with Tuberous sclerosis had neurological or skin issues, and over half had psychiatric problems.
April 2022 in “Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Media Husada” This article reviews various factors contributing to telogen effluvium and examines potential treatments like Minoxidil, but reports no new clinical findings.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” TRIV-509 quickly improves skin barrier and cell health in atopic dermatitis.
February 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that deficiency in biochemical markers, notably ferritin and serum iron, is frequently found in female patients diagnosed with telogen effluvium, suggesting these tests are crucial in understanding and treating the condition.
November 1968 in “Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association” 2 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib helped a 19-year-old regrow hair after other treatments failed.
January 2023 in “Psychology” This study reported that seed germination and root hair growth were significantly enhanced after exposure to an individual whose depression was treated with Emotional Freedom Techniques, suggesting that human mood may influence seed viability.
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January 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, researchers piloted an asynchronous telemedicine program for isotretinoin management in acne patients, finding that dosing outcomes were similar to synchronous visits and clinicians were comfortable adjusting doses remotely.
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April 2022 in “Cutis” This article discusses the rise of direct-to-consumer teledermatology platforms, warning that they might cause overdiagnosis, overtreatment, and fragmented healthcare, and emphasizes the need for patient counseling about these risks and benefits.
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June 2014 in “Toxicologie analytique et clinique/Annales de toxicologie analytique” This study suggests that chest, arm, leg, and beard hair samples may be viable alternatives to scalp hair for monitoring long-term alcohol intake, although body hair is more typically collected from men.
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May 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib helped a teenager with severe hair loss grow hair back, but more research is needed.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 5% ET-02 is a more effective and safe treatment for hair loss than current options.
November 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study found that tofacitinib was safe and effective for patients with severe or treatment-resistant alopecia areata, alopecia totalis, and alopecia universalis, resulting in significant hair regrowth for most participants.
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April 2000 in “Nature biotechnology” January 2024 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This retrospective study found that oral tofacitinib significantly reduced the severity of alopecia areata in children, achieving over a 50% reduction in hair loss severity, though relapse occurred during treatment tapering, and mild adverse effects were noted.
March 2026 in “Drug Testing and Analysis” This study observed that the degradation product PTeCA significantly increased in hair treated with oxidative cosmetics, suggesting it could be a reliable marker for detecting such treatments, with a proposed PTCA cut-off value using PTeCA as the gold standard.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This study found that ritlecitinib, approved for alopecia areata in patients aged 12 and older, has an acceptable safety profile with mild to moderate side effects and no increase in serious adverse events compared to placebo.
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November 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the tetracycline-regulated transcription system effectively controls conditional gene expression in the mouse epidermis, allowing suppression and activation of specific genes with doxycycline.
This abstract provides a general overview of telogen effluvium as a prevalent cause of hair loss, especially among women, but presents no new research findings.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the TSPEAR gene cause a new form of ectodermal dysplasia affecting hair and tooth development.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology review” This study describes teledermatology as a cost-effective and convenient alternative to in-person dermatology consultations during the COVID-19 pandemic, with diagnostic accuracy ranging from 54% to 88%.
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January 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses various limitations of direct-to-consumer teledermatology platforms, highlighting concerns regarding ethical issues, financial conflicts of interest, and challenges in providing comprehensive patient care compared to traditional in-person consultations.