13 citations
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October 2021 in “The Journal of Microbiology” Human placenta hydrolysate may help treat COVID-19 by reducing virus replication and boosting immune response.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “Current Oncology” Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetics Dermatological Sciences and Applications” A targetoid hair regrowth pattern indicates recovery in alopecia areata.
30 citations
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April 2009 in “Mycoses” Microsporum gypseum fungus breaks down keratin in hair by digesting it enzymatically, starting with less keratinized parts.
Thicker hair resists fungal damage better, and hair color doesn't affect susceptibility.
March 2022 in “Practical Diabetes” Hair conditions can be linked to diabetes and affect psychological health.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Some minoxidil combinations can help differentiate leukemia cells without harming other cells.
19 citations
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May 2020 in “American journal of men's health” Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.
122 citations
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November 2014 in “BMC Medicine” Oral testosterone therapy raises heart risk more than other methods.
105 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Biological Engineering” Artificial skin grafts face immune rejection, but stem cells may improve future designs.
54 citations
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December 2014 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” PRP injections may improve hair thickness and density in female hair loss patients.
29 citations
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November 2011 in “Cell stress & chaperones” Quercetin effectively treated and prevented hair loss in mice.
11 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Medical aesthetics now helps treat medical conditions, expanding options for dermatologists.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” PRP injections may slightly improve hair density and count for male hair loss, but more research is needed.
3 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” PRP is a safe and effective treatment for limited alopecia areata.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Libri Oncologici Croatian Journal of Oncology” PRP injections improve intestinal healing in rabbits with fewer complications than soaking.
September 2025 in “Chinese Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Botulinum toxin may help treat hair loss but needs more research for effectiveness and cost concerns.
July 2025 in “Egyptian Journal of Medical Research” PRP is more effective and safer for hair growth than monofilament threads.
March 2024 in “BMC women's health” The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.
May 2021 in “Our Dermatology Online” A woman with a rare scalp condition causing a thick scalp and hair loss didn't improve with steroid treatment.
20 citations
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August 2005 in “The Journal of laboratory and clinical medicine” Mice with damaged skin or hair follicles are more susceptible to anthrax infection.
6 citations
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February 2023 in “Advances in Therapy” Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
50 citations
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February 2022 in “Nanomaterials” Nanomaterials show promise in improving wound healing but require more research on their potential toxicity.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
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.
July 2025 in “ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science” Maslinic acid from olive extracts promotes hair growth like minoxidil.
November 2025 in “Bioactive Materials” The cryogel effectively heals infected wounds and promotes tissue regeneration without scarring.
4 citations
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August 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.
53 citations
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March 2014 in “Growth Hormone & IGF Research” IGF-1 injections help mice grow more hair by increasing cell growth and blocking a hair growth inhibitor.