6 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Recent Advances in Medicine/Journal of Recent Advances in Medicine ” Surgical treatments for vitiligo are improving to enhance results and reduce costs.
1 citations
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November 2024 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” Adding baricitinib will increase costs but offers more treatment options for alopecia areata.
December 2021 in “Cureus” Minoxidil alone is the most cost-effective treatment for male hair loss at a $50,000 threshold.
August 2023 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Microneedling is a safe and effective low-cost treatment for hair loss that works better and faster than traditional methods.
May 2021 in “Clinical Endoscopy” Platelet-rich plasma treatment is more effective and cost-efficient than epinephrine for healing bleeding peptic ulcers, with fewer complications and rebleeding cases.
16 citations
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March 2024 in “PubMed” Onychomycosis treatment needs personalized, ethical decisions considering patient needs and costs.
15 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair casts on the scalp may be a sign of ongoing pemphigus vulgaris and could suggest a need to adjust treatment.
August 2025 in “SSP Modern Pharmacy and Medicine” Effective alopecia treatments exist, but high costs and limited access remain challenges.
May 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Psoriasis increases annual healthcare costs by $4,044 per patient, with biologic treatments costing significantly more than phototherapy.
13 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair casts are often mistaken for head lice, scalp pain in hair loss is linked to certain nerve factors, eyelash growth treatment is safe and effective, and nail shedding in children may follow hand-foot-mouth disease.
21 citations
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.
2 citations
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August 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” New skin disease treatments using TDDS are improving but face challenges like side effects and high costs.
2 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of bone oncology” Low-dose chemotherapy is safer, more effective, and cost-effective than surgery for treating bone lesions in children.
31 citations
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July 2017 in “Stem cell investigation” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a simple, cost-effective treatment that promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss, with high patient satisfaction.
3 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Botox can effectively treat hair loss with some side effects and high cost, while LC hair serum also shows great results with fewer side effects.
150 citations
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February 2013 in “Surgical Infections” Silver can help prevent and treat infections but its effectiveness varies and should be weighed against costs and side effects.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” More people in South Korea are using statins each year, especially those with diabetes, muscle pain, and heart disease, leading to higher medical costs.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
PRP injections are a simple, safe, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” Both platelet-rich plasma and low-level laser therapy effectively treat hair loss with minimal side effects and good cost-benefit ratio.
51 citations
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October 2002 in “European journal of endocrinology” Low-dose finasteride effectively treats hirsutism, is safe, and cost-effective.
10 citations
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April 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” A new skin disease in four Labrador retrievers responded well to immunosuppressive treatment.
4 citations
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July 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata in Dubai mostly affects men, often involves autoimmune disorders, and has high healthcare costs, especially for psychological issues.
5 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Finasteride and intense pulsed light effectively reduce unwanted facial hair in women, but may not be cost-effective.
October 2023 in “Skin health and disease” Alopecia areata costs individuals about 3% of their income, with women, Asians, those with lower income, and more severe symptoms spending more.
26 citations
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February 2020 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Chitosan-coated dutasteride nanocapsules improve hair treatment, and physical stimulation boosts effectiveness.
151 citations
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July 2011 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Liposomal systems show promise for delivering drugs through the skin but face challenges like high costs and stability issues.
Platelet-rich plasma is a promising and cost-effective treatment for hair and skin issues in older adults in India.
2 citations
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December 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” Three dogs with a rare skin condition improved with treatment.