15 citations
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October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) could potentially help regrow hair in people with Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
44 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Cyclosporine showed some improvement in alopecia areata but results were not statistically significant.
2 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Combining compound glycyrrhizin with minoxidil is more effective for alopecia areata than minoxidil alone.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Individualized Homeopathic Medicine shows promise for treating alopecia with lasting hair regrowth.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Older men's scalp damage increases with age and sun exposure, a baby girl in the Philippines has Schimmelpenning syndrome, and thyroid screening is advised for children with hair loss and certain risk factors.
308 citations
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December 2018 in “PLOS Genetics” The research found that PCOS has common genetic factors regardless of how it is diagnosed and is linked to metabolic and reproductive issues.
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April 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” New CRISPR/Cas9 variants and nanotechnology-based delivery methods are improving cancer treatment, but choosing the best variant and overcoming certain limitations remain challenges.
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June 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Myricetin shows promise as an anticancer agent by reducing inflammation and enhancing drug effectiveness.
May 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The Spanish version of the Hair Specific Skindex-29 is a reliable tool for measuring quality of life in Spanish-speaking women with hair loss.
3 citations
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March 2022 in “Haya: the Saudi journal of life sciences” Dates may improve heart health, fight infections, protect kidneys, reduce inflammation, support pregnancy, promote dental and bone health, enhance mental function, and have anti-cancer properties, and are also beneficial for skin and hair care.
Monthly PRP therapy is more effective than daily minoxidil for alopecia areata.
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January 2021 in “Infectious diseases News Opinions Training” Tailoring COVID-19 measures to risk levels in the military improves health and readiness.
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June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Yellow dots and short vellus hairs are the most common signs of Alopecia Areata (AA), and trichoscopy can help diagnose AA and track treatment progress.
12 citations
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March 2016 in “BBA clinical” Increased Toll-like receptors in blood cells may contribute to alopecia areata and could be a target for new treatments.
7 citations
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March 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” miR-200c-3p could help diagnose and treat alopecia areata.
1 citations
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January 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Higher levels of IL-1R1 and hsa-miR-19b-3p may help diagnose and predict alopecia areata severity.
December 2025 in “Babcock University Medical Journal” CD27 and IL-35 can help diagnose alopecia areata linked to bacterial infections.
March 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” miR-155-5p can help diagnose and track alopecia areata severity.
March 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The Tru9I variant in the VDR gene may influence alopecia areata risk and vitamin D levels.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” hsa-miR-193a-5p may help diagnose and treat alopecia areata.
March 2024 in “Skin research and technology” High CRP levels could indicate vitamin D deficiency in people with alopecia areata.
March 2023 in “Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy” Low vitamin D levels are linked to severe and active alopecia areata.
December 2020 in “Galen Medical Journal” Alopecia patients have more mast cells in their scalps, especially in severe cases and older age, with alopecia areata showing the highest increase.
October 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” PPAR-γ may be a key target for treating alopecia areata and other skin conditions.
5 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Oral pulse steroids reduce TNF-α levels, improving alopecia areata.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” COVID-19 vaccines have been linked to an increase in hair loss conditions.
12 citations
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January 2011 in “Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine” This therapy effectively treats resistant alopecia areata with minimal side effects.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Higher DKK-1 levels found in hair loss patients; L-ascorbic acid 2-phosphate, L-threonate, and ginsenoside F2 may help promote hair growth.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Pertussis toxin may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.
Finasteride and low-level laser therapy are similarly effective for frontal pattern hair loss.