research Medical Treatments for Balding in Men
Two drugs, Minoxidil and Finasteride, can modestly maintain or regrow hair on the scalp's vertex with minimal side effects.
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research Identification of 5α-Reductase Isoenzymes in Canine Skin
Two types of 5α-reductase are in dog skin, which might make dutasteride better than finasteride for treating dog hair loss.
research Disease Progression of Dermatophytic Pseudomycetoma in a Persian Cat
The cat died from a hard-to-treat fungal infection despite various treatments.
research Cedrol Restricts the Growth of Colorectal Cancer In Vitro and In Vivo by Inducing Cell Cycle Arrest and Caspase-Dependent Apoptotic Cell Death
Cedrol may be an effective treatment for colorectal cancer.
research Cardiometabolic Risks in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Long-Term Population-Based Follow-Up Study
Young women with PCOS have a higher risk of high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome, but these risks may decrease after age 40.
research Clearance of Ichthyosis Linearis Circumflexa with Balneophototherapy
Balneophototherapy effectively treats ichthyosis linearis circumflexa but may need ongoing treatment due to short remission.
research Pseudopelade of Brocq in Beard Area
Pseudopelade can affect both the scalp and beard, causing hair loss.
research Perspectives in Dermatopathology: Telomeres and Telomerase in Aging and Cancer with Emphasis on Cutaneous Disease
Short telomeres contribute to aging and cancer, and while telomerase can delay aging, it may also promote cancer.
research The SAHA Syndrome: Overview and Classification
SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.
research Lichen Planopilaris-Like Changes Arising Within an Epidermal Nevus: Does This Case Suggest Clues to the Etiology of Lichen Planopilaris?
Microorganism overgrowth and hyperkeratosis may trigger immune reactions causing lichen planopilaris.
research Treatment of Pseudofolliculitis With a Pulsed Infrared Laser
Pulsed infrared laser can effectively reduce symptoms of pseudofolliculitis barbae.
research Medical Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.
research Index of Suspicion: Hair Loss and Parasitic Infections
The document says that hookworms are treated with mebendazole and stress-related hair loss usually gets better in 6 months, while other hair loss types have specific treatments.
research A Distinct Gene Close to the Hairless Locus on Chromosome 8p Underlies Hereditary Marie Unna Type Hypotrichosis in a German Family
A different gene near the hairless gene on chromosome 8p21 causes a rare hair loss condition in a German family.
research Editors' Messages
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research Book Reviews
The reviews critique three psychology books, noting skepticism about a personality inventory for teens, praising a practical guide on body image issues, and recommending a book on grief therapy.
research Color Atlas of Hair Restoration Surgery
The "Color Atlas of Hair Restoration Surgery" is a clear, practical guide for hair restoration procedures, covering topics like flaps, grafts, and planning, and is known for its helpful photos.
research Correction of the Cornrow Hair Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration
The document concludes that appearance can be significantly improved after one hair restoration correction procedure, but often multiple operations are needed for the best results.
research Plastic Surgery: Indications, Operations, and Outcomes
The document covers all aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery, from basic techniques to specific procedures for various body parts.
research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration
The document suggests fixing common hair transplant issues by combining artistic principles with plug reduction, recycling, and additional micrograft transplantation, while also potentially using arnica to help with post-operative swelling.
research Alternative Therapies for Vitiligo
Some alternative therapies for vitiligo show promise but need more research.
research Alopecia in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Two Distinct Signaling Pathways in Hair Cycle Induction: Stat3-Dependent and Independent Pathways
There are two ways to start hair growth: one needs Stat3 and the other does not, but both need PI3K activation.
research Hormone Replacement Therapy and the Skin
Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Caucasian Women from Spain
About 6.5% of young Caucasian women in Spain have polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Expression of Type 1 5α-Reductase and Metabolism of Testosterone in Reconstructed Human Epidermis: A New Model for Screening Skin-Targeted Androgen Modulators
The study created a new method to test drugs that affect hormone processing in skin.
research A Variant of the Glucocorticoid Receptor Gene Is Not Associated with Adrenal Androgen Excess in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The N363S gene variant does not cause higher adrenal androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Hormonal Profile in Men With Premature Androgenic Alopecia
Early balding in men might be a male hormonal equivalent of polycystic ovaries syndrome in women.
research Urinary Steroids in Women with Androgenic Alopecia
Women with hair loss had higher levels of certain hormones, suggesting a link to a condition like PCOS.