17 citations
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April 2021 in “Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry” This review discusses nanostructured lipid carriers and their potential applications in pharmaceuticals and food, offering no new clinical findings but highlighting recent advancements and patents.
16 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This article reviews treatment options and psychological impacts of alopecia areata and reports no new clinical findings.
10 citations
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July 2015 in “Current opinion in pediatrics, with evaluated MEDLINE/Current opinion in pediatrics” This review discusses updates in the genetics and clinical understanding of congenital ichthyosis and highlights the addition of N-acetylcysteine and topical enzyme replacement to the treatment options, without providing new clinical results.
7 citations
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August 1985 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study found that subcutaneous injection of medroxyprogesterone acetate was more effective than intramuscular or topical treatments in reducing hair diameter for hirsute females.
5 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The EADV Task Force on Hair Diseases reviewed existing literature and clinical experience to propose diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations for managing folliculitis decalvans, highlighting oral antibiotics, glucocorticosteroids, isotretinoin, and various systemic and topical therapies as key options for managing inflammation and preventing further hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses segmental vitiligo as part of the vitiligo clinical spectrum and highlights its role as a model for studying repigmentation, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” This review examines current treatments for alopecia areata, noting that topical corticosteroids are commonly used first in children, while more advanced cases may require systemic therapies to modulate the immune system; it reports no new clinical results.
25 citations
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April 2010 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Erlotinib can cause hair loss and scalp issues, which improve after stopping the drug.
20 citations
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January 2016 in “Intractable & Rare Diseases Research” In this clinical experience, treating frontal fibrosing alopecia with oral finasteride, hydroxychloroquine, tacrolimus, and excimer laser was associated with optimal results in patients with active inflammation.
11 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Various treatments exist for hair loss, but more research is needed for better options.
6 citations
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July 2004 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This case report documents two postmenopausal women with frontal fibrosing alopecia whose hair loss stabilized after treatment with topical corticosteroids, one also using minoxidil.
5 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine” In this study, a case of Alopecia totalis was treated using cupping therapy along with ayurvedic treatments, suggesting that the combination may be effective due to the herbs' synergistic effects and cupping's immunostimulant activity.
4 citations
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December 2020 in “Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia” This guideline summarizes evidence-based and expert-based recommendations for treating androgenetic alopecia, adapted by an Italian expert group in alignment with Italian pharmacological policies.
3 citations
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March 2014 in “Turkderm” This article reviews the causes, clinical features, and treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, but provides no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinical research in dermatology” This review covers the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and potential new treatments for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical findings, highlighting an ongoing need for effective therapies.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study reported that two male patients with diffuse unpatterned alopecia exhibited donor-area involvement in both the vertex and occiput, challenging the assumption of occipital stability for hair transplantation, and showed partial improvement following treatment with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil.
November 2025 in “Contribuciones a las Ciencias Sociales” This study reported that a patient with androgenetic alopecia experienced significant improvements in hair density, thickness, and vitality using non-pharmacological approaches such as dietary adjustments, exercise, and supplementary treatments like low-level laser therapy and microneedling, suggesting these may be effective alternative management strategies.
May 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that managing hair loss conditions like FFA and melanoma requires individualized approaches, considering new findings and balancing treatment benefits with potential risks.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Azathioprine may be an effective treatment for severe hair loss.
February 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, researchers characterized the clinical features of ophiasis, an uncommon type of alopecia areata, and proposed a new subtype classification that may help predict treatment response and guide management, noting that ophiasis generally has a chronic and refractory nature.
January 2007 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” This review discusses female androgenic alopecia, highlighting its potential difference from male androgenic alopecia and notes increased incidence, but reports no new clinical findings.
March 2026 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This abstract does not report specific findings but notes that topical minoxidil, available in 2% and 5% formulations, is widely used and FDA-approved for treating androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, with a strong safety profile.
January 2022 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study suggests that low-dose oral minoxidil could be a safe and effective option for male and female-patterned hair loss, potentially benefiting those unable to tolerate topical treatments.
January 2026 in “Revista Colombiana de Ciencias Químico Farmacéuticas” This review discusses the efficacy of Minoxidil and finasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia and suggests that combined therapy may offer superior results and improved patient adherence despite potential side effects.
January 2026 in “Magazine Portal Bibliotech Digital (Universidad Nacional de Colombia)” This study reviewed the literature on Minoxidil and finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, finding both drugs effective but noting potential side effects, with combined therapy possibly enhancing efficacy and patient adherence while reducing adverse effects.
March 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This source explores injectable minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, noting its enhanced bioavailability but also the potential for adverse effects and higher costs compared to other formulations, with a call for further research on its efficacy and access relative to alternatives.
103 citations
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June 2007 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” This article discusses treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting that medical interventions like finasteride and minoxidil can halt and partially reverse hair loss in mild to moderate cases, especially when combined with surgery.
102 citations
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January 2020 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery” In this article review, it was reported that systemic oral antifungal treatments are essential for effectively managing tinea capitis, as topical antifungals alone cannot reach the hair follicle roots but may reduce spore transmission when used alongside oral medications.
51 citations
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September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This review discusses common skin appendage diseases, including their pathophysiology and treatments, but does not report new results.
37 citations
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May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses neutrophil-associated and infiltrative scarring alopecias, as well as promising new treatments, but reports no new clinical results.