82 citations
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May 2006 in “Cancer Nursing” This study found that symptom monitoring by parents of children undergoing chemotherapy identified nausea as the most common issue, with fatigue, eating problems, and fever also frequently observed.
March 2014 in “CRC Press eBooks” Some nutrients and antioxidants may improve skin and hair health, but more research is needed to confirm these benefits.
6 citations
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November 2010 in “Histochemistry and cell biology” This study found that transthyretin and megalin expression in human scalp hair follicles varies significantly with the hair growth cycle, peaking during anagen and diminishing in catagen and telogen phases.
11 citations
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August 1997 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” This review discusses nearly 70 patent applications for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia and other hair conditions, highlighting the mechanisms of action explored but reports no clinical results.
August 2008 in “Pediatrics in Review” This review of literature on complementary and alternative medical therapies for pediatric asthma found mixed evidence, highlighting potential promise in treatments like ivy leaf extract and massage, but inconclusive or unsupported effects for others such as homeopathy and dietary modifications.
4 citations
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December 2017 in “InTech eBooks” This review discusses the complexity and varied symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome and emphasizes lifestyle changes and insulin-sensitizing agents as effective management strategies, but reports no new clinical results.
1 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” This review discusses the complex relationship between melasma and factors like female sex hormones, genetics, and ultraviolet light exposure, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2025 in “Biomolecules” This review analyzed the complex interactions within the skin microenvironment that influence hair follicle development and regeneration, exploring its role in hair-related disease treatment and highlighting research challenges and future directions.
July 2025 in “JAAD Case Reports” A thorough assessment and combined treatment are crucial for managing complex alopecia, especially in patients with skin of color.
79 citations
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April 1996 in “JAMA” This article describes a case of selenium poisoning in a 36-year-old man who experienced hair loss, nail changes, and paresthesias after taking selenium-containing vitamin tablets.
January 2020 in “Asian journal of applied science and technology” This source provides an overview of the dietary recommendations for macronutrient intake and the benefits of plant-based diets, including meeting essential amino acid needs through combining plant proteins and the advantages of consuming complex carbohydrates and adequate fiber for health.
64 citations
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September 2006 in “International journal of epidemiology” This article discusses a proposed "Darwinian" model of carcinogenesis and emphasizes that cancer prevention involves more than avoiding mutagens, as gene-environment interactions are complex and non-linear.
28 citations
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February 2021 in “Open Forum Infectious Diseases” This review highlights how social, environmental, and biological factors combine to increase COVID-19 risks in the African American community, emphasizing the need to understand these complex disparities; it reports no new results.
4 citations
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January 2020 in “Dermatology Online Journal” In this report, a 1-year-old boy with congenital atrichia with papular lesions was found to have a complete absence of scalp and body hair and keratin-filled cysts due to a mutation in the hairless gene.
2 citations
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December 2018 in “International journal of current microbiology and applied sciences” In this case study, a 7-year-old Labrador with hypothyroidism and alopecia showed dramatic improvement and complete hair regrowth after two months of Levothyroxine and Ketoconazole treatment.
1 citations
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November 2015 in “Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry” The conference presented findings on how vitamin D levels, genetic factors, and lifestyle choices like smoking and yoga affect various health conditions and diseases.
27 citations
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July 1946 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” This study found that adding inositol or biotin to a pig's diet without sulfathalidine had no effect on growth or feed efficiency, but both helped alleviate deficiency symptoms caused by sulfathalidine.
This review summarizes evidence suggesting that the ratio of Myo-Inositol to D-Chiro-Inositol in follicular fluid is crucial for oocyte and embryo quality.
1 citations
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August 1946 in “Archives of dermatology” This case presentation describes an adult with tinea capitis and related symptoms who was found to have a Trichophyton gypseum infection.
December 2024 in “Quality in Sport” This review found that modifying diet and lifestyle can significantly influence the progression and management of autoimmune diseases by reducing inflammation, supporting immune regulation, and addressing comorbidities, with potential benefits from anti-inflammatory diets, probiotics, and personalized approaches.
This article is a case report on severe hair loss due to telogen effluvium occurring during inpatient rehabilitation and does not provide new clinical results.
40 citations
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January 2022 in “Nutrients” This review explores the potential impact of nutrition on immune-mediated inflammatory skin diseases and evaluates whether dietary changes could help in treatment planning, but it presents no new clinical outcomes.
1 citations
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January 2013 in “INTAS POLIVET” In this case study, a Labrador dog diagnosed with hypothyroidism and treated with Thyroxine sodium, along with other supportive therapies, recovered completely from a generalized skin infection and alopecia within three months.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Agriculture and Food Science” In this case report, a young goat with mixed ectoparasitic infestations including Psoroptes spp. showed significant clinical improvement and resolution of skin lesions after treatment with ivermectin-based therapy and supportive care, illustrating the importance of early diagnosis and comprehensive management for recovery.
198 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” This review discusses human sebocyte in vitro models for studying sebaceous gland function and control but reports no new clinical results, highlighting hormonal effects and the impact of retinoids on sebocyte activity.
67 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review discusses telogen effluvium, a common type of hair loss, focusing on differentiation from other conditions and potential causes, but presents no new research findings.
February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review summarizes therapeutic advances reported in English-language literature from December 1987 to December 1988 and states no new clinical results.
2 citations
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July 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review examines the differences in dermatology practices between Europe and North America, noting that European dermatologists often prioritize evaluating patients' psychosocial factors and utilize nondrug treatments, unlike their North American counterparts.
7 citations
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June 2016 in “Bone Research” In this study, a Chinese Han family with hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets was found to have a homozygous missense mutation in the VDR gene, and the affected individual uniquely responded well to treatment with oral calcium and low-dose calcitriol.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that CYP11A1-derived vitamin D3 analogs inhibit fibroblast proliferation and decrease collagen production through VDR expression, showing potential antifibrotic and antiproliferative activity in human dermal fibroblasts.