September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Outpatient aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries are about equally profitable in Academic Health Centers and Ambulatory Surgery Centers when time is considered, but dedicated surgery centers are generally more profitable.
May 2023 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” Microneedle patches improve drug delivery for skin treatments and cosmetic enhancements.
May 2021 in “Boletín latinoamericano y del Caribe de plantas medicinales y aromáticas” Microsechium helleri extract has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and heart-protective benefits.
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February 2020 in “Journal of Translational Medicine” Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
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January 2004 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” The document explains hair growth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.
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December 2017 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively detects banned substances in urine for sports antidoping.
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May 2023 in “Nature Communications” Platelet-derived chemokines help muscle healing by attracting neutrophils to injured areas.
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April 2006 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The Trichoscan system was found to be inaccurate for measuring hair growth, needing better software to be useful.
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June 2017 in “Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants” Plant-based ingredients are effective and safe for modern skincare products.
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July 2014 in “Analytical Chemistry Research” Method can accurately measure five BPH drugs at once.
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December 2007 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
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December 2017 in “Scientific reports” The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
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November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” LED light therapy is effective for skin and hair treatments but requires careful use to minimize risks.
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January 2012 in “Pharmaceutical Methods” The methods accurately measure finasteride in different forms.
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January 2024 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Self-assessed hirsutism scores are not reliable for clinical diagnosis but may help in screening.
June 2019 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Dermoscopy is useful for tracking alopecia areata treatment, with yellow dots and new vellus hairs being good indicators of hair regrowth.
Women's hair treatments in ancient Mesopotamia involved amulets, while men's treatments used topical applications.
September 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” Targeting hair follicles can effectively promote hair growth and treat hair disorders.
November 2020 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” The decision tree can predict drug absorption issues with good accuracy but needs more validation and adjustments for other factors.
April 2017 in “Advances in Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine Open Access” Banana stem extract may help manage diabetes by inhibiting certain enzymes.
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August 2014 in “Nature Biotechnology” Changing the environment around stem cells could help tissue repair, but it's hard to be precise and avoid side effects.
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January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.
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May 2018 in “Drug Safety” Using electronic health records can help identify drug side effects but has some limitations.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
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September 2011 in “PLOS ONE” Activin B helps heal skin wounds and grow hair by activating a specific cell signaling pathway.
January 2023 in “Vìsnik problem bìologìï ì medicini” Androgenic alopecia causes hair follicle degradation and skin restructuring, but some hair elements remain.
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Medical aesthetics now helps treat medical conditions, expanding options for dermatologists.
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March 2022 in “Nano Letters” The document explains how to make antibacterial microneedles inspired by lamprey teeth to help heal infected wounds.
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April 2009 in “한국생물공학회 학술대회” Onion extracts can promote hair growth, but quercetin is not responsible.
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June 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” Some drugs can cause permanent hair loss, though it's rare.