78 citations
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September 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Dandruff is mainly caused by a scalp reaction to yeast, can worsen hair loss, and antifungal treatments may help.
25 citations
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September 2014 in “Biological Research” Arctiin helps protect hair cells from damage and death caused by oxidative stress.
5 citations
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July 2006 in “Contact dermatitis” Ammonium bisulfite in hair bleach can cause facial eczema.
4 citations
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July 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical PUVA and tacrolimus ointment can effectively and safely treat infant alopecia universalis.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” A new plant-based treatment was effective for hair regrowth in women with a specific type of hair loss that didn't respond to usual treatments.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Apremilast shows promise for several skin conditions but needs more research.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low-level laser therapy helps hair growth and reduces hair loss with few side effects.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” New treatments are making advanced prostate cancer management more complex but also more hopeful.
114 citations
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December 1951 in “Archives of Dermatology” Aminopterin strongly suppresses epithelial tissues and can treat certain skin conditions but has significant side effects.
105 citations
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May 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Activating TRPV3 stops human hair growth.
99 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
63 citations
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March 2016 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems due to itching and may benefit from melatonin, which helps with sleep and skin symptoms.
63 citations
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October 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Red, swollen skin patches are a common allergic reaction to heparin injections, and testing with different heparin types can help find a suitable treatment.
61 citations
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October 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating common scalp disorders, which often have similar symptoms.
57 citations
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June 2018 in “Nutrients” Celiac disease can cause skin problems that may get better with a gluten-free diet.
57 citations
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January 2003 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a type of hair loss in postmenopausal women that may stop on its own but has no effective treatment.
50 citations
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May 2019 in “Drugs” Cannabinoids may help treat chronic and chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
42 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of clinical pharmacology” Baricitinib helps treat several diseases, including COVID-19, but has side effects and needs careful monitoring.
42 citations
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July 2010 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful and reliable for tracking treatment progress in various skin conditions.
39 citations
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January 2012 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Early detection and stopping the drug are key to managing DRESS, and careful monitoring is important due to possible severe reactions.
36 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The consensus document recommends a comprehensive treatment plan for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, including various medications, surgery, lifestyle changes, and the need for more research and resources.
27 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair loss in black women needs more research, early intervention, and community education.
16 citations
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January 2017 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Managing frontal fibrosing alopecia and lichen planus pigmentosus is challenging due to resistant hair loss and skin discoloration.
13 citations
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January 2016 in “Burns & Trauma” Vacuum massage may improve skin elasticity and induce changes in skin cells, but evidence for treating burn scars is insufficient and more research is needed.
12 citations
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October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining plasma rich in growth factors with hair transplant surgery may lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for hair loss treatment.
12 citations
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
9 citations
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December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
8 citations
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September 2004 in “Contact dermatitis” Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.
6 citations
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July 2018 in “Scientific Reports” Methamphetamine affects gene expression in rat whisker follicles, with key genes linked to addiction.
6 citations
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November 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Stephen Rothman made important discoveries in dermatology, including the use of PABA in sunscreens, but never profited from his work.