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research Adverse Effects and Drug Interactions of Biologic Agents
Biologic agents can be effective for rheumatic diseases but have risks like infections and require careful monitoring and patient information.
research Atrophying Squamous Papulous Dermatitis (Degos Disease): Nine Years of Follow-Up
A woman with Degos disease managed her condition for nine years with medications and had two healthy pregnancies, while a separate finding suggests a possible link between female pattern hair loss and high blood pressure.
research Graft Versus Host Disease-Like: A New Paraneoplastic Syndrome
A woman with thymoma developed a rare chronic condition similar to graft versus host disease after surgery.
research Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis: Report of Two Cases
The document concludes that using gadolinium-based contrast agents during MRI can be linked to Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis in patients with severe kidney disease.
research CME Examination for February 2010 Issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
The document provided instructions for completing a CME exam on diagnosing and managing hair loss.
research A Case of Scarring Alopecia
The woman was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris and can be treated with corticosteroids.
research Skin Problems in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
research This Month in Clinical Urology
New treatments and diagnostic methods for urological conditions show promise, but some lack sufficient accuracy for clinical use.
research Abstracts
Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
research Use of Androgen Lowering Medications Finasteride and Dutasteride Do Not Substantially Alter Risk of Incident HCV-Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Men
Androgen lowering medications don't significantly change HCV-related liver cancer risk in men.
research Adverse Effects on Marginal Periodontium Due to Finasteride Administration
Finasteride can cause gum swelling and bleeding, but stopping the drug helps recovery.
research Blood Pressure Levels in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with androgenetic alopecia may have higher blood pressure levels.
research A Study of the Androgen Receptor Gene Polymorphism and the Level of Expression of the Androgen Receptor in Androgenetic Alopecia Among Egyptians
The study suggests that a specific gene variation and higher gene activity are linked to increased baldness in Egyptian men.
research Oral Cyclosporin Does Not Arrest Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Criteria for the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Complete Task Force Report
The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.
research Vitamin D and Human Health: Lessons from Vitamin D Receptor Null Mice
Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
research The Nuclear Vitamin D Receptor: Biological and Molecular Regulatory Properties Revealed
The vitamin D receptor is crucial for bone health and affects various body systems, with mutations potentially leading to disease.
research The Biology of Hair Follicles
Hair follicle biology advancements may lead to better hair growth disorder treatments.
research Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.
research Lgr5 Marks Cycling, Yet Long-Lived, Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Lgr5 is a marker for active, long-lasting stem cells in mouse hair follicles.
research Distinct Stem Cells Contribute to Mammary Gland Development and Maintenance
Different types of long-lasting stem cells are responsible for the growth and upkeep of the mammary gland.
research Androgens and Cardiovascular Disease
Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.
research Mechanisms Regulating Skin Immunity and Inflammation
The document concludes that understanding how the skin's immune system and inflammation work is complex and requires more research to improve treatments for skin diseases.
research Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy
Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
research Melatonin Membrane Receptors in Peripheral Tissues: Distribution and Functions
Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.
research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or with Finasteride Increases Physical Performance, Grip Strength, and Lean Body Mass in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.
research Modulating the Stem Cell Niche for Tissue Regeneration
Changing the environment around stem cells could help tissue repair, but it's hard to be precise and avoid side effects.
research Proteasome Inhibitors: An Expanding Army Attacking a Unique Target
Proteasome inhibitors are promising treatments for various cancers, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions.