34 citations
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February 1992 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride and minoxidil together promote hair growth better than either alone.
41 citations
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June 2010 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Isotretinoin is safe and effective for acne, with common side effects like dry lips; serious side effects are rare.
January 2019 in “Journal of Case Reports and Scientific Images” Azathioprine may help treat Alopecia Areata.
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October 2010 in “Faṣlnāmah-i bīmārīhā-yi pūst” Methotrexate with corticosteroids can help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata but may cause relapses and side effects.
October 2023 in “Cognizance journal” The document suggests using natural remedies like bloodletting and honey for various health issues but lacks scientific evidence for their effectiveness.
52 citations
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June 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
4 citations
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March 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 and related stress may increase hair loss known as Telogen effluvium.
5 citations
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April 2002 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Hair loss can be an early sign of HIV infection.
108 citations
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November 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
74 citations
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March 2001 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
55 citations
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May 2017 in “Current stem cell research & therapy” Using fat-derived stem cells for hair loss treatment is safe and effective, improving hair growth and patient satisfaction.
11 citations
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November 2019 in “Clinical Case Reports” A Brazilian teenager with severe hair loss had total hair regrowth with no side effects after using tofacitinib.
53 citations
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October 1993 in “Drug Safety” Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
7 citations
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December 2020 in “Pharmaceutics” A mix of tocopherol acetate and L-menthol helps grow hair better than using them separately or using minoxidil.
2 citations
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June 2018 in “Sudan journal of medical sciences” Low vitamin D levels can cause hair loss and supplements may improve it.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.
April 2024 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Using both minoxidil and biotin together increased hair growth more than using either one alone.
December 2022 in “Journal of complementary medicine & alternative healthcare” Traditional Chinese medicine improved hair loss in a teenager with alopecia.
July 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Isotretinoin with tacrolimus may be more effective short-term for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia than finasteride with tacrolimus.
4 citations
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March 2006 in “Journal of renal nutrition” Dialysis patients benefit from water-soluble vitamins but need careful management to avoid risks.
26 citations
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March 2014 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
9 citations
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June 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both topical calcipotriol and narrowband UVB improved alopecia, but combining them didn't enhance the effect on hair loss severity, despite higher vitamin D3 levels.
May 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” Vitamin D3 is a safe and effective alternative to steroids for treating alopecia areata, with fewer side effects.
12 citations
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March 2019 in “Cosmetics” The oral supplement with Pinus pinaster and Grape seed extract, used with sunscreen, effectively and safely improved mild-to-moderate facial melasma.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are linked to different types of hair loss.
101 citations
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December 2014 in “Stem Cells and Cloning Advances and Applications” Oral stem cells show promise for tissue repair, but more human trials are needed.
12 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil, applied on the skin or taken orally, can improve hair growth in kids, but more research is needed due to possible side effects.
9 citations
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March 2022 in “Journal of radiation research” Boron neutron capture therapy for head and neck cancer can cause side effects like mouth sores and skin irritation, which vary depending on where the treatment is aimed.
6 citations
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology” Melitane 5% and hair supplements improved hair color in a 14-year-old with early graying.
3 citations
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April 2015 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” The woman has scurvy and needs more vitamin C.