165 citations
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
April 1955 in “Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine” Children's skin diseases need special care and treatment.
18 citations
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January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Citrullus colocynthis extract is effective for hair growth, comparable to minoxidil.
25 citations
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February 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide can regrow hair in alopecia areata but often has temporary effects and side effects.
14 citations
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July 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical tacalcitol ointment can help improve symptoms of EFFC.
3 citations
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December 2008 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Hair transplantation has evolved to refined techniques like FUE and FUT, with Finasteride and Minoxidil as the only other proven treatments for hair loss.
24 citations
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January 2020 in “JAAD Case Reports” Topical metformin helped regrow hair in two women with a hard-to-treat scarring hair loss condition.
24 citations
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January 2017 in “Pediatric dermatology” 1% anthralin ointment is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata in children.
20 citations
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February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth, especially with more indeterminate hairs.
5 citations
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February 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Eating more protein during fast weight loss can prevent hair loss.
4 citations
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October 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A toddler's chronic finger ulcer was successfully treated after removing a hair causing hair-thread tourniquet syndrome.
4 citations
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January 1992 in “The Tohoku Journal of Experimental Medicine” Zinc made mice's coarse hair turn into fine hair without affecting skin structure.
3 citations
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October 2009 in “Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences” Buxus wallichiana extract improves hair growth and has antioxidant properties, with oral use more effective than topical.
2 citations
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August 2020 in “Chemical and Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Rubbing increases drug absorption through hair follicles.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery” Combining FUT and FUE hair transplant methods in one session provides more grafts and higher patient satisfaction.
June 2025 in “Open Access Research Journal of Biology and Pharmacy” The ointment with banana peel extract has antibacterial properties but needs improvement.
Acitretin treatment unexpectedly darkened a patient's gray hair.
March 2023 in “International journal of integrated medical research” Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition where hair follicles get clogged with keratin, mostly on the arms and thighs.
August 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Implanted special stem cells from hair follicles helped heal wounds faster and with less scarring in mice.
January 2016 in “Chemistry & Industry” Two drugs, tofacitinib and ruxolitinib, may help regrow hair by activating hair follicles.
May 2009 in “Medical and surgical dermatology/Medical & surgical dermatology” Hair and nail conditions can stabilize or improve over time, and new treatments show promise.
March 2000 in “Preventive Nutrition and Food Science” Whalgichan improved hair growth, reduced hair loss, and enhanced cholesterol and lipid metabolism without side effects.
41 citations
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July 2015 in “Current Drug Discovery Technologies” Some plants may help with hair growth and have fewer side effects than synthetic drugs, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
August 2024 in “Journal of Home Economics Research” Female youths should consult dermatologists and avoid fake hair products to prevent hair damage.
159 citations
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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
138 citations
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February 2007 in “European journal of cancer” EGFR inhibitors often cause skin problems and other side effects, but these are usually reversible and can be managed to keep patients comfortable.
76 citations
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January 2019 in “Nanoscale” Created material boosts hair growth and kills bacteria for wound healing.
73 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
73 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Lasers and light sources can effectively remove hair, work best on fair skin with dark hair, and usually need multiple treatments.
72 citations
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July 2003 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Frequent hair coloring and styling can damage hair and cause breakage or loss.