37 citations
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” This study found that oral JAK inhibitors are effective and generally well-tolerated for treating alopecia areata, but high recurrence rates after stopping treatment suggest the need for continuous use.
30 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes” This study found that alopecia areata significantly impacts emotional and psychological well-being, relationships, and lifestyles, highlighting the need for increased awareness and effective treatments.
30 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of structural biology” This study suggests that human keratin fiber matrix has a well-defined nano-scale grainy structure rather than being amorphous, with grain size influenced by chemical treatments, temperature, humidity, and follicle-level factors.
22 citations
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January 1968 in “THE JOURNAL OF VITAMINOLOGY” This study found that α-tocopheryl acetate is well absorbed through healthy skin, with absorption occurring through specific pathways and showing high affinity for small blood vessels.
20 citations
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July 2006 in “Annals of Anatomy - Anatomischer Anzeiger” The 15th-century Korean mummy's hair was well-preserved due to a protective lime-soil coating.
19 citations
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January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that dutasteride 0.5 mg was generally well-tolerated and led to overall improvement in male patients aged 18 to 41 with androgenic alopecia in a Korean clinical practice setting.
13 citations
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November 2021 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This study found that oral tofacitinib was effective and well tolerated for treating alopecia areata in most pediatric patients, with nearly 73% experiencing hair regrowth.
11 citations
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January 2015 in “Modern Chemistry & Applications” This study found hirsutism negatively affects quality of life and psychological wellbeing in women, suggesting effective medical treatment alongside psychotherapy might better address these issues than psychotherapy alone.
9 citations
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June 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The authors concluded that while PRP is a promising and well-tolerated treatment for early to moderate knee osteoarthritis, standardizing preparation protocols, patient selection, and outcome reporting is crucial to enhance comparability and inform clinical practice.
9 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study observed that oral tofacitinib was reasonably well-tolerated but had limited efficacy in treating alopecia areata, with a clinical response seen in 41.4% of patients over six months.
9 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This study reports that methotrexate may be a successful and well-tolerated treatment option for patients with generalized granuloma annulare, with 64% showing improvement, although adverse effects like GI upset and hair loss were noted.
8 citations
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August 2021 in “PubMed” This review found that oral spironolactone is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for androgenic alopecia in women, especially when used with topical minoxidil, with generally minimal side effects reported.
7 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Scalp-to-scalp skin grafts quickly heal and hide well under regrown hair, making them good for repairing large scalp defects.
2 citations
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December 2021 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” This study found that a silicone gel dressing was well-tolerated and may accelerate early wound healing compared to Bacitracin in patients undergoing follicular unit extraction, but both achieved similar outcomes by day 7.
2 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article discusses the importance of creating a well-designed posterior hairline in hair restoration surgery to enhance the natural appearance of the results but does not present new clinical findings.
2 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found that topical 5% minoxidil solution is effective and well tolerated for promoting hair growth in Korean men with androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks.
1 citations
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April 2026 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This study found that radiofrequency microneedling is effective and well-tolerated for improving various skin conditions, showing comparable efficacy to fractional lasers for atrophic acne scars with generally favorable patient satisfaction and safety.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study reports that long-term treatment with ritlecitinib is generally well tolerated for up to approximately five years in patients aged 12 and older with alopecia areata, with the safety profile aligning with previous data from the ALLEGRO clinical trials.
1 citations
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June 2025 in “Journal of Patient Experience” This study found that Finnish individuals with alopecia areata, especially those with significant hair loss, reported reduced well-being and significant comorbidities, highlighting unmet needs for treatment and professional support.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Arab Board Medical Journal” This study found that tofacitinib was an effective and well-tolerated treatment for alopecia areata, with significant to moderate hair regrowth in 78% of patients observed.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Medicina” This narrative review emphasizes the significant improvements in mental well-being linked to gender-affirming treatments while highlighting the need for ongoing research into hormone therapy's long-term effects and its impact on transgender individuals' reproductive health.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” In this open-label trial, Tofacitinib was well tolerated and improved IFN and cytokine scores, as well as overall skin pathology, in individuals with Down syndrome and immune skin conditions.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review highlights that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts psychological well-being and quality of life, emphasizing the need for integrated psychological support alongside dermatological treatment.
1 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that oral spironolactone is generally well tolerated and may be effective for treating female-pattern hair loss, with improvements in hair regrowth stability as measured by Sinclair scores.
1 citations
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October 2007 in “International journal of radiation oncology, biology, physics” This study observed that Gamma Knife radiosurgery is generally well tolerated, with some patients experiencing minimal acute complications like scalp numbness and fatigue, and most returning to work shortly after the procedure.
1 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic clinics” Cultured hair follicles need careful handling and respond well to growth factors.
July 2026 in “Applied Sciences” This review suggests that 308 nm excimer therapy may offer a well-tolerated non-pharmacologic option for alopecia areata, with more limited evidence for its effectiveness in lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
July 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Severe alopecia areata in children greatly affects their mental and social well-being, and addressing these challenges is crucial.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This review concluded that low-dose oral minoxidil is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, with significant hair density improvements and manageable side effects.
June 2026 in “Kerbala Journal of Veterinary Medical Sciences” This study found that gray mongooses have more numerous and well-developed sebaceous glands compared to domestic cats, suggesting they may benefit from enhanced lipid-derived skin protection.