This case report highlights that Tjalma Syndrome may present as a main symptom of systemic lupus erythematosus and should be considered in patients with ascites, pleural effusions, and elevated CA-125 levels.
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March 2012 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” October 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” July 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” This study found that 66% of patients with hair loss also have vitamin D deficiency, with a significantly higher prevalence among women than men.
September 2014 in “Tehran University Medical Journal TUMS Publications” This study found no significant relationship between type II diabetes and androgenic alopecia in women, suggesting further research is needed to explore this potential link in both genders and with more detailed insulin resistance measures.
December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic”
May 2021 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” This study found that using low-power lasers on cryosurgery-induced wounds in rats can prevent hair follicle necrosis and increase hair follicle numbers, with the experimental group showing significantly more hair follicles than the control group across all time points studied.
July 2014 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic” This study found that topical niosomal minoxidil significantly increased hair count and patient satisfaction compared to conventional minoxidil in men with androgenetic alopecia.
December 2013 in “Tehran University Medical Journal TUMS Publications” In this study, no significant relationship was found between androgenetic alopecia and hyperlipidemia, but higher levels of cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides in AGA patients may suggest an increased risk of coronary heart disease.
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October 2006 in “BMC clinical pharmacology” This preliminary study suggests that finasteride might cause depressive symptoms, indicating the need for cautious prescription in patients at high risk for depression.
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March 2017 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” The study found that women with hyperandrogenic PCOS have higher levels of AKT1 and AKT2 proteins in their cells, which may lead to cell dysfunction.
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January 2023 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” This study found that patients with alopecia areata had a higher frequency of the AB+ blood group compared to healthy controls.
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May 2023 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” This study found that patients with alopecia areata were more likely to experience hearing loss compared to healthy individuals, potentially due to damage to follicular melanocytes involved in the autoimmune process.
September 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that while pro-, pre-, and synbiotics may have beneficial effects on certain PCOS-related outcomes, the certainty of this evidence is low to very low.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that scalp health is influenced by complex factors affecting sebaceous glands, including hormones, aging, and various substances.
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May 2018 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study reviewed recent theories on alopecia areata's pathogenesis, highlighting its autoimmune nature due to immune privilege disruption in hair follicles, and noted current treatments have limited efficacy with high relapse rates, underscoring the need for further research into its mechanisms for better therapies.
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November 2017 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers observed that hyperandrogenic PCOS patients exhibited distinct miRNA and TGFβ signaling gene expression patterns in granulosa cells, suggesting these factors may play a role in PCOS pathogenesis.
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April 2021 in “Journal of clinical pharmacology” This review discusses baricitinib's applications for various inflammatory disorders and highlights its promising efficacy alongside potential adverse effects, advocating for further research before it becomes a standard treatment.
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December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study reviewed the role of the JAK/STAT signaling pathway in skin diseases and the potential of JAK inhibitors for treating conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Although the findings are promising, the authors concluded it is premature to establish their place in dermatological treatments.
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December 2017 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” This study found that co-delivery of minoxidil and caffeine in transfersomes with an optimized polysorbate formulation enhanced hair length and weight in vivo.
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March 2015 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” This study found that systemic mycophenolate mofetil and topical clobetasol were equally effective at reducing lichen planopilaris activity over six months, but satisfaction differed between the treatments.
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September 1996 in “Mycoses” This study found that androgenic steroids, particularly androstenedione and androstanedione, significantly reduced the growth of certain dermatophytes, suggesting hormonal influence on fungal infections in hair follicles.
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March 2013 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that women with PCOS had significantly higher angiotensin converting enzyme activity and insulin resistance compared to controls, suggesting a correlation between these factors.
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October 2000 in “Allergo Journal” Stress may affect hair growth by influencing hair follicle development and could contribute to hair loss.
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January 2021 in “Daru” This case report highlights a rare instance of severe multi-organ involvement following a single dose of methotrexate for ectopic pregnancy, requiring intensive care but ultimately successfully treated with leucovorin and supportive care.
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June 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that combining topical finasteride with IPL + RF hair removal significantly reduced unwanted facial hair in women after six months compared to placebo.
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January 2016 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a 5% minoxidil topical foam without propylene glycol in men with androgenic alopecia.
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January 2012 in “Medical Hypotheses” This article reviews potential mechanisms by which Finasteride might enhance mesenchymal stem cell viability and differentiation post-transplant, suggesting a supportive role in myocardial infarction therapy, yet reports no clinical results.
October 2025 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” This literature review discusses the challenges and potential strategies for creating fully functional hair follicles capable of active cycling, emphasizing the molecular mechanisms, signaling pathways, and innovative regenerative techniques, such as hair micropatterning and three-dimensional printing, crucial for optimizing hair follicle regeneration.
June 2023 in “International Journal of Clinical Research and Reports” This study found that higher concentrations of topical diphenylcyclopropenone, especially when prepared with acetone, showed better stability over 6 months compared to lower concentrations.