January 2026 in “Therapeutics” SCUBE3 is a potential target for cancer and alopecia treatment but is challenging to target due to its varied roles.
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June 2016 in “PLOS ONE” Finasteride boosts immune cells that suppress T-cells, possibly helping with immune disorders but may increase cancer risk.
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August 2022 in “ESMO Open” Trastuzumab deruxtecan is effective for HER2-positive breast cancer but requires careful management of side effects.
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August 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In vitro skin models are improving but still need more innovation to fully replicate human skin.
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August 2021 in “Annals of Translational Medicine” Dihydroartemisinin helps reduce prostate enlargement in rats by stopping the growth of prostate cells.
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July 2021 in “Bosnian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences” Stem cell therapy is promising for treating various health conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full potential and address challenges.
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January 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” Hypertrichosis involves excessive hair growth and needs careful diagnosis and treatment, considering its psychological effects.
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December 2023 in “Gels” 3D-printed hydrogels show promise in medicine but face challenges in resolution, cell viability, cost, and regulations.
November 2025 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Topical PROTACs show promise for treating skin conditions but need better stability and delivery methods.
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September 2022 in “Viruses” SARS-CoV-2 proteins help the virus avoid the immune system, delaying response and increasing inflammation.
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March 2024 in “Experimental Dermatology” Fibrosis causes loss of important fat cells, affecting tissue function.
January 2025 in “Applied Sciences” Sulforaphane from broccoli may help treat certain cancers, hormone issues, and hair loss.
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November 2025 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives” Avacopan may cause unexpected side effects, so early monitoring is important.
July 2025 in “Nano Research” Microneedles offer a promising, less invasive way to treat and monitor psoriasis.
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October 2020 in “Radiation Research” Some drugs may help treat both COVID-19 and radiation injury.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Medical Sciences” Cedrol may be an effective treatment for colorectal cancer.
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July 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Plant-derived exosomes can help deliver drugs and enable communication between different organisms.
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August 2024 in “iScience” 3D spheroid culture makes stem cells better at reducing inflammation.
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Trichology” Erlotinib can cause hair loss and texture changes.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Methotrexate-loaded formulations showed promise for psoriasis treatment but need careful evaluation.
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May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” Different hair growth problems are caused by genetic issues or changes in hair growth cycles, and new treatments are being developed.
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November 2013 in “Drug Discovery Today” Small molecule drugs show promise for advancing regenerative medicine but still face development challenges.
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January 2023 in “Genes & Diseases” Repurposing existing drugs and using micronutrients may effectively target cancer stem cells and improve cancer treatment.
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December 2012 in “Current Drug Targets” The Androgen Receptor could be a target for treating diseases like cancer, but more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of potential treatments.
Any medication can cause skin reactions, some due to allergies and others due to dosage or genetic factors.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” The new particle system could be a promising treatment for diseases related to the 5-α reductase enzyme.
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November 2010 in “Current Opinion in Supportive and Palliative Care” Many patients find hair loss from chemotherapy very distressing, and while treatments like minoxidil and scalp cooling may help, there is no sure way to prevent it.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.
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December 2009 in “Future Medicinal Chemistry” Using computers to analyze drugs can find new uses for them, but actual experiments are needed to confirm these uses.
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October 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” New chemotherapy drugs cause skin side effects, but treatments like minocycline and tetracycline can help reduce them.