24 citations
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October 2017 in “Biomolecules” Some growth factors, while important for normal body functions, can cause diseases when not regulated properly.
November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Pharmacists play a crucial role in customizing treatments and ensuring medication safety.
21 citations
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April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Cilostazol helps hair grow by making hair root cells grow faster and changing growth factor levels.
192 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.
174 citations
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November 2016 in “Cell stem cell” Different types of skin cells have unique genetic markers that affect how likely they are to spread cancer.
98 citations
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December 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.
89 citations
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January 2009 in “Advances in Clinical Chemistry” Fetal skin heals without scarring due to unique cells and processes not present in adult skin healing.
73 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
70 citations
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February 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Treatment with plasma rich in growth factors improved hair density and thickness for hair loss patients.
65 citations
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July 2020 in “Science Advances” Dermal exosomes with miR-218-5p boost hair growth by controlling β-catenin signaling.
60 citations
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September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP treatment may stimulate hair growth by promoting blood vessel formation, increasing growth factors, and preventing cell death.
55 citations
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April 2018 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Hydrogels could lead to better treatments for wound healing without scars.
48 citations
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May 2023 in “Nature Communications” Platelet-derived chemokines help muscle healing by attracting neutrophils to injured areas.
40 citations
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December 2015 in “Stem Cells International” Mesenchymal stem cells help improve wound healing by reducing inflammation and promoting skin cell growth and movement.
35 citations
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November 2019 in “Scientific Reports” Shikimic acid promotes hair growth.
20 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Hair gets thinner, grayer, and changes texture with age due to genetics, environment, and cellular changes, affecting the growth cycle.
19 citations
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August 2023 in “Experimental & Molecular Medicine” Blocking CXXC5 speeds up diabetic wound healing by improving blood vessel growth and skin repair.
16 citations
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January 2017 in “Archives of Medical Science” Sorafenib after liver surgery may increase survival for some liver cancer patients.
14 citations
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July 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can affect all endocrine organs and systems, altering their function and potentially leading to disorders. Factors like diabetes and obesity increase infection risk and severity. Understanding these effects is key for effective treatment.
14 citations
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April 2016 in “Cell Transplantation” Neural stem cell extract can safely promote hair growth in mice.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Molecules” Compounds from Alpinia zerumbet may help with hair regrowth and cancer treatment by targeting PAK1.
12 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP injections improve hair thickness and density in hair loss, but more research needed.
9 citations
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July 2018 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” HO-1 helps skin health and healing but can worsen melanoma; it's a potential treatment target for skin diseases.
6 citations
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March 2022 in “PLoS ONE” Centipedegrass extract may promote hair growth by activating certain cell pathways.
5 citations
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May 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Clascoterone may be a promising treatment for hair loss.
4 citations
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October 2025 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” Tripeptides help heal wounds and regenerate skin by speeding up tissue repair and reducing inflammation.
4 citations
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August 2020 in “Facial plastic surgery & aesthetic medicine” Combining growth factors with minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
3 citations
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June 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Oxidative stress may contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata and antioxidants could potentially help as a treatment.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “Biomedical dermatology” Green tea extract helps prevent cell death and supports cell survival in hair cells exposed to a chemotherapy drug.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Combining hyaluronic acid and oxygen may help improve urinary incontinence in menopausal women.