August 2025 in “Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences Reports” This case report describes a woman who developed trichotillomania during long COVID and saw improvement in symptoms with the SSRI escitalopram.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that low temperatures and nitrogen deficiency trigger root hair elongation through a molecular mechanism involving the receptor kinase FERONIA and the TOR Complex 1.
215 citations
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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.
119 citations
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February 2009 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews” This review discusses the psychological and neurobiological aspects of trichotillomania and reports no new results, emphasizing the need for further research on its treatment and neural mechanisms.
61 citations
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January 2017 in “Human Reproduction Open” This review discusses hormone replacement therapy for women with premature ovarian insufficiency, strongly recommending it for symptom relief and bone protection, but notes a lack of evidence on optimal types and doses.
75 citations
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January 2011 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This review discusses the use of dermal regeneration templates for treating burn injuries and other wounds, highlighting their effectiveness in reducing scars and aiding in regenerative processes, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2019 in “Clinical neuropharmacology” This case report describes a 4-year-old girl with trichotillomania triggered by vitamin D deficiency, who showed dramatic improvement with vitamin D therapy.
7 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Pharmacy Research” This study found that fractions of Tridax procumbens extract demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, comparable to standard ascorbic acid, in laboratory tests.
September 2022 in “Medical Mycology” This study found that three protocols for generating Titan cells in vitro from Candida neoformans vary in their kinetics and transcriptomic profiles, pointing to differences which could impact further research.
January 2026 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that intrathyroidal injection of autologous platelet-rich plasma improved thyroid function and symptoms in hypothyroidism patients, without adverse events over one year.
January 2016 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This study found that combining a thulium laser with intra-perifollicular PDRN injections significantly improved hair thickness but not hair counts compared to mesotherapy and PDRN in patients with pattern hair loss.
February 2017 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” In this controlled registry study, 8 years of testosterone therapy in hypogonadal men led to a significant decrease in waist circumference, weight, and BMI compared to those without the therapy.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This review discusses the roles and mechanisms of tissue-resident regulatory T cells in immune regulation and tissue homeostasis, but reports no new experimental results.
30 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review discusses the diagnostic and treatment challenges of trichotillomania and emphasizes the need for better-designed studies to optimize treatment approaches.
56 citations
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August 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This essay discusses telogen effluvium, the issues surrounding its diagnosis and differentiation from other forms of hair loss, and emphasizes the need for empathetic patient care; it reports no new clinical findings.
61 citations
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September 2010 in “Fitoterapia” This study found that the EtOAc extract of Tridax procumbens aerial parts significantly inhibited rat paw edema and COX enzyme activity, suggesting its potential anti-inflammatory properties.
38 citations
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” This review discusses the potential of repeated low-level red-light therapy to inhibit myopia progression through metabolic effects, highlighting its molecular and cellular impact, but reports no new clinical results.
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September 1973 in “Archives of dermatology” This study reports that daily topical application of a 0.05% tretinoin solution can eliminate the hair plugs and symptoms associated with trichostasis spinulosa.
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March 1975 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” This study found a direct correlation between the testicular feminization gene and decreased androgen receptor activity, potentially explaining the androgen insensitivity in affected individuals.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Temporal triangular alopecia is a lifelong condition with hairless patches on the side of the head that may be present from birth.
In this study, Sox13 was identified as a novel marker for early hair follicle development and differentiation in mice, though it appears to be dispensable for overall epidermal and adnexal development.
This study found that local therapy with trichoriboside and trichosaccharide significantly increased cAMP levels in hair follicles of men with androgenic alopecia, with trichoriboside showing greater activity.
August 2026 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This review synthesizes knowledge on HTRA1-associated disorders, highlighting how mutations in the HTRA1 gene are linked to cerebral small vessel disease and systemic conditions, and discusses emerging diagnostic and therapeutic strategies aimed at precision medicine.
January 2012 in “Hacettepe University Institutional Repository (hacettepe.edu.tr)” This study found that using a contrast agent in Microbeam Radiation Therapy simulations increased the target dose but concluded that using a linear accelerator as an X-ray source did not preserve MRT advantages.
This study reviewed the efficacy of hair intradermotherapy for treating androgenetic alopecia, finding that the technique, whether used alone or with other interventions, can increase hair density, reduce hair loss, and improve patient self-esteem, although professional supervision is recommended to minimize adverse effects.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that fractional infrared technology may improve skin laxity and thickness in the cervical area without side effects in a small group of patients.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Neurology” In this pilot randomized clinical trial, TRT combined with finasteride increased lean mass, muscle size, and bone mineral density without prostate enlargement in men with spinal cord injury, suggesting potential benefits for body composition and musculoskeletal health.
July 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This study reports a unique case of trichotillomania incognita in an adult female that mimicked female pattern hair loss, highlighting the importance of trichoscopy and histology for accurate diagnosis.
3 citations
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October 2023 in “Military Medical Research/Military medical research” This review explores the crucial role of regulatory T cells in skin wound healing, emphasizing their involvement in balancing immune responses and promoting regeneration. It also discusses Tregs' operations in fibrosis, keloidosis, and scarring, suggesting a potential avenue for novel treatments.