3 citations
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February 2024 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” Google Search ads effectively gathered a diverse dermatology image dataset for research and AI development.
10 citations
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” More people are using Google to search for skin problems like itch, hair loss, and rashes.
7 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Minoxidil and Finasteride are the most popular hair loss treatments, with rising interest in other options, and economic or health crises can change what treatments people prefer.
53 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Google Trends data on facial cosmetic procedures matches actual surgery numbers, showing it can help plastic surgeons understand public interest.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Google Trends is useful for aesthetic surgeons to improve marketing by tracking what and when people search for facial cosmetic procedures.
November 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Google trends show varying interest in alopecia types, but it's not a reliable health measure.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “JMIR Dermatology” Public interest in COVID-19-related hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially with the omicron variant.
Interest in COVID-19 hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially in higher-income countries.
July 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Interest in hair loss treatments, especially Minoxidil and Finasteride, has increased globally, with variations by region.
24 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Patients reduced searches for dermatology issues during COVID-19, indicating a need for better telehealth services.
November 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss increased after a New York Times article.
Google should ban ads targeting cancer patients with sensitive health-related keywords to protect them from misleading information.
March 2026 in “JMIR Dermatology” Interest in JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata increased significantly after FDA approval, highlighting the need for patient education.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Celebrity endorsements can greatly increase interest in cosmetic procedures.
1 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair loss is more common in summer and fall.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” In Poland, people search more for certain skin conditions depending on the season, and despite more STD infections, searches for them have decreased, suggesting a need for better sexual education.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Impotence Research” Public interest in finasteride's sexual side effects has significantly increased.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Tofacitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating various autoimmune skin and joint disorders.
8 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” More people are searching for hair transplants online, preferring Follicular Unit Excision over Follicular Unit Transplant. There's also a rise in female patients and interest in beard, eyebrow transplants, and non-surgical treatments like platelet rich plasma.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Spanish speakers with limited English search most for "pigmentation/dark spots."
34 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Searches for acne, hair loss, and eczema increased during COVID-19, while searches for other skin issues decreased.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “PLoS ONE” Interest in long-COVID symptoms in Japan increased with COVID-19 case peaks, especially for hair loss, cough, smell/taste issues, and headache.
November 2025 in “Russian Journal of Oncology” Modifying steroidal inhibitors shows promise for developing new cancer treatments.
1 citations
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March 2021 in “Skin” Public interest in hair loss increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interest in JAK inhibitors for hair loss increased significantly after media coverage and FDA approval.
Doctors using Google during patient visits can enhance accuracy and outcomes if done transparently and inclusively.
18 citations
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February 2021 in “Dermatologic therapy” Public interest in skin issues changed during COVID-19, with more focus on dry skin, hair problems, and hand eczema.
Most minoxidil products on Amazon don't provide safety or side effect information.
4 citations
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August 2021 in “The Malaysian journal of medical sciences/The Malaysian Journal of Medical Science” Eating fewer calories improves the ability of stem cells to repair and renew the body in various tissues.
25 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Mesotherapy for hair loss lacks evidence of effectiveness and safety and should not be used without further scientific support.