September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This study found a 31% decrease in antidepressant use following cosmetic surgery, suggesting that such procedures may influence medication use by improving self-esteem.
April 2018 in “International journal of nanotechnology and nanomedicine” In this double-blind, placebo-controlled study, researchers found that low-level laser therapy significantly improved the healing rate and reduced the area of pressure ulcers in patients compared to placebo, suggesting its effectiveness in managing ulcers resistant to conventional treatments.
August 2023 in “American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine” This study describes common skin disorders in palliative care patients, emphasizing that conditions like xerosis, pressure ulcers, and fungal infections often require symptomatic treatment focused on quality of life rather than cure, due to limited life expectancy and potential treatment burdens.
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August 2019 in “The journal of sexual medicine” In this study, transgender adolescents treated with testosterone for a median of 12 months experienced effective virilization, including voice deepening and increased hair growth, but also showed decreased HDL cholesterol and BMD z-scores, and increased hematocrit, with no short-term safety issues reported.
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August 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” In this review, spironolactone is highlighted for its emerging use in dermatology, particularly for treating androgen-mediated conditions like acne and hirsutism in susceptible females, though it requires careful monitoring for potential adverse effects.