12 citations
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June 2010 in “Journal of dermatology” This study found that hyperpigmentation following contact immunotherapy for severe alopecia areata may indicate poor treatment responsiveness and aligns with characteristics of pigmented contact dermatitis.
60 citations
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September 2001 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the use of contact sensitizers in topical immunotherapy for conditions like alopecia areata and viral warts, focusing on treatment methods, efficacy, and potential adverse effects, and reports no new clinical results.
23 citations
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July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the use of contact sensitizers for topical immunotherapy in dermatological conditions such as alopecia areata and viral warts, but it reports no new clinical findings.
23 citations
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December 2013 in “Molecular cancer therapeutics” This study found that AR-positive breast cancer cell lines are more sensitive to the dual PI3K/mTOR inhibitor NVP-BEZ235 compared to AR-negative cells.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Light therapy can effectively treat vitiligo and hair loss caused by a specific medication.
1 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Pharma Insights and Research.” This analysis explores the potential benefits of various nutraceuticals, such as Ashwagandha, Cinnamon, and Fenugreek, in managing Polycystic Ovarian Disease, suggesting these may improve menstrual regularity, insulin sensitivity, and other symptoms when used alongside conventional treatments.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” This review discusses various risk factors and potential therapeutic interventions for PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
This review summarizes the latest updates on using antiandrogens as potential prophylactic and therapeutic options for COVID-19, highlighting that androgen-mediated regulation of factors like TMPRSS2 and ACE2 is involved in SARS-CoV-2 infection, suggesting a strategy to block viral entry into cells.
January 2011 in “Repository KITopen (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)” This study suggests that contact sensitizers may treat alopecia areata by expanding suppressor cells and interfering with antigen presentation to lymphocytes.
1 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of gynecology and womens health” This review discusses the causes and management of hirsutism, recommending low-dose oral contraceptives with flutamide over cyproterone-containing preparations, but reports no new clinical findings.
December 2024 in “Archiv Euromedica” In this review, researchers reported that PCOS remains a complex condition with ongoing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, highlighting recent innovations in diagnosis and treatment that provide alternative options for cases unresponsive to standard care.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers explored the formulation and effectiveness of herbal shampoos, finding that these products offer a gentler hair care alternative that promotes hair health and addresses scalp issues, while also encouraging sustainable beauty practices and consumer awareness.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, herbal shampoos containing extracts like aloe vera, hibiscus, and tea tree oil were found to improve hair health, offering gentler options for sensitive skin and supporting sustainable beauty practices, compared to conventional chemical shampoos.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” This article reviews the role of nitric oxide in skin health, including its influence on immune responses and potential therapeutic applications for contact dermatitis, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2025 in “BENTHAM SCIENCE PUBLISHERS eBooks” This chapter explores the potential benefits of using easily available herbal ingredients in hair care formulations, suggesting they offer therapeutic benefits with reduced side effects for various hair issues like dandruff and hair fall, especially in sensitive populations.
June 2019 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This study found that yellow dots seen under dermatoscopy are a sensitive and specific indicator of treatment response in alopecia areata, showing significant reduction as early as four weeks.
2 citations
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February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that the cross-section trichometer (HairCheck device) can accurately and sensitively measure hair mass index changes, offering a convenient tool for assessing hair density and diameter in patients with alopecia.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified mefloquine as a potent inducer of lethal ER stress that effectively eliminated vemurafenib-resistant and sensitive melanoma cells, suggesting its potential for repurposing as a melanoma treatment.
September 2026 in “Angewandte Chemie” In this research, SEU-302, a newly developed covalent organic framework, exhibited significant antibacterial and wound-healing properties in vitro and in vivo, effectively eliminating Staphylococcus aureus and reducing inflammation under light activation, thereby showcasing its potential for therapeutic photodynamic applications.
September 2026 in “Angewandte Chemie International Edition” In this study, SEU-302, a newly synthesized covalent organic framework, demonstrated potent photodynamic antibacterial effects, showing effective elimination of Staphylococcus aureus, wound healing promotion, and inflammation reduction both in vitro and in vivo, highlighting its therapeutic promise against bacterial infections.
248 citations
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December 2011 in “Journal of Neuroscience” This study demonstrated that stress-derived neurosteroid THDOC shifts from inhibiting to activating the HPA axis under stress, presenting potential therapeutic targets for stress-related disorders.
67 citations
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July 2011 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This review discusses various therapeutic agents for alopecia areata, categorized by efficacy and safety, and highlights the lack of curative treatments and long-term outcome studies.
1 citations
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July 2006 in “Reviews in gynaecological and perinatal practice” This review explores various therapeutic options for managing female hirsutism, emphasizing the effectiveness of low-dose finasteride and cyproterone acetate, but it presents no new clinical results.
12 citations
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October 2004 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” This review discusses current and emerging therapeutic strategies for managing polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing treatment tailored to individual patient complaints and highlighting the roles of hormone therapy and insulin-sensitizing agents.
38 citations
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June 2005 in “Contact Dermatitis” This case report describes a patient with an allergic sensitization to minoxidil, indicating that such patients should pursue alternative therapies to treat androgenetic alopecia.
12 citations
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November 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found hair regrowth in the majority of AA-affected mice and rats treated with diphencyprone, suggesting its potential utility for understanding human alopecia areata and the drug's therapeutic action.
6 citations
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November 2007 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education & Practice” This review discusses common causes of alopecia in children, such as telogen effluvium and alopecia areata, and highlights diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, but presents no new clinical results.
January 2013 in “Touro Scholar (Touro College)” This review concluded that Diphenylcyclopropenone may offer the best treatment results for alopecia areata, although further research into the disease's pathogenesis could improve therapeutic options.
January 2018 in “Refubium (Universitätsbibliothek der Freien Universität Berlin)” This thesis developed stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, demonstrating their potential for targeted genetic material delivery with reduced toxicity and diagnostic applications, and explored pH-sensitive nanogels for effective skin drug delivery and monitoring.
13 citations
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June 2023 in “Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience” This review suggests that blocking the ATP-sensitive potassium (K ATP) channel, particularly the Kir6.1/SUR2B subtype, may prove effective in treating migraines, with preclinical data supporting this approach; however, human studies are absent, and potential side effects could complicate clinical use.