July 2018 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A rare scalp condition was successfully treated with minocycline and clarithromycin.
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January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Methotrexate effectively treated a 2-year-old's generalized pustular psoriasis without side effects.
November 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Baricitinib significantly regrows hair in teens with severe alopecia areata.
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February 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Oral spironolactone's effectiveness for adult female acne is not well-supported by strong evidence.
August 2025 in “BMJ Open” Combining scalp acupoint catgut embedding with 5% minoxidil may help treat male pattern baldness.
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March 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” ZD1839, a cancer drug, can cause mild skin rashes that are treatable without stopping the medication.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Better diagnostic and treatment strategies are needed for acne keloidalis nuchae, especially in high-risk groups.
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June 2009 in “Experimental dermatology” We now understand more about what causes acne and this could lead to better, more personalized treatments.
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January 1999 in “Dermatologic surgery” Different skin treatments work best for different levels of wrinkles and sun damage.
September 1986 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The conference covered topics like aging skin and acne therapy, with a highlight on steroid injections for alopecia areata.
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April 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Tofacitinib and baricitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, especially in younger people.
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June 2011 in “PubMed” Most skin care products are safe during pregnancy, but avoid hydroquinone and tretinoin.
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April 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical tofacitinib may effectively and safely regrow facial hair in some people with alopecia areata.
1′S-1′-Acetoxychavicol acetate may help treat hair loss by reducing oxidative stress.
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June 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral mTOR inhibitors often cause skin and hair side effects but usually don't require stopping treatment.
October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Early detection and treatment of acne can prevent scarring and improve quality of life.
October 2014 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” Older men with scalp wounds had long-term healing problems after using imiquimod or diclofenac for skin cancer prevention.
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August 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Upadacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata in teens.
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January 2014 in “Michigan telecommunications and technology law review” Zinc deficiency in alcoholic cirrhosis patients causes skin issues, and zinc treatment improves symptoms.
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November 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Both concentrations of triamcinolone acetonide are equally effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Health Science” Human insulin via microinfusion may effectively improve atrophic acne scars.
March 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Baricitinib effectively reduces hair loss in alopecia areata and is well-tolerated.
February 2026 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” A new treatment using a special gel with miR-665 reduces inflammation and helps hair regrow in alopecia areata.
July 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Ritlecitinib effectively improves hair regrowth and physician satisfaction in severe alopecia areata over time.
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January 2021 in “Daru” A woman had severe reactions to methotrexate, including skin issues and organ problems, but improved after 38 days in the hospital.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Ritlecitinib significantly improves scalp hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients over time.
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October 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Pentoxifylline alone and combined with triamcinolone acetonide is effective for treating localized alopecia areata, with the combination showing the highest effectiveness.
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October 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Ritlecitinib effectively treats alopecia areata and is safe for long-term use in people 12 and older.
October 2020 in “Der Hautarzt” Tofacitinib helped regrow hair in a woman with alopecia areata.