research CME Examination for Volume 43
The exam tested knowledge on various skin-related topics for CME credit.
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research Hormonal Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: An Update
Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.
research Update on the Dermatologic Use of Systemic Glucocorticosteroids
Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.
research Uses of Spironolactone as an Antiandrogenic Drug
Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating hair loss, excessive hair growth, and acne.
research Metabolic and Functional Alterations Associated with COVID-19
Lower LDL-c levels predict higher COVID-19 mortality.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Abstracts from the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology
UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.
research Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium
Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
research Sex Differences in Arterial Hypertension
Women may need different blood pressure guidelines than men for heart disease prevention.
research Vitamin C Deficiency-Induced Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Vitamin C supplementation can resolve pulmonary arterial hypertension caused by vitamin C deficiency.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Waist-Hip Ratio as Markers of Arterial Stiffness in Transgender Men Undergoing Long-Term Testosterone Therapy
Male pattern baldness may indicate arterial stiffness in transgender men on long-term testosterone therapy.
research Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Young Czech Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Young Czech women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart problems and should be regularly checked for cholesterol and glucose issues.
research COVID-19 and Hypopituitarism
COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
research Association Between Insulin Resistance and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients
Insulin resistance is common in PCOS patients and linked to obesity and increased cardiovascular risk.
research Implications of a Clinically Ignored Site of Acanthosis Nigricans: The Knuckles
Knuckle Acanthosis Nigricans is common in Latin American youth and may indicate early insulin resistance, especially in those with normal weight.
research Recommendations on Non-Pharmacological Interventions in Women with PCOS to Reduce Body Weight and Improve Metabolic Disorders
Healthy diet and exercise are important for women with PCOS to manage weight and metabolic issues, and supplements like omega-3, vitamin D, and inositol may help.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review and Practical Guide for Clinicians
The article concludes that understanding Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is crucial for effective treatment, which includes medication like 5α-reductase inhibitors and hydroxychloroquine.
research Androgenic Alopecia as a Predictive Factor for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Male pattern baldness may be an early sign of noncancerous prostate enlargement.
research Persistent Wound Healing Disorders After Local Therapy of Scalp Field Cancerization with Imiquimod or Diclofenac
Older men with scalp wounds had long-term healing problems after using imiquimod or diclofenac for skin cancer prevention.
research Androgenetic Alopecia as a Cardiovascular Risk Factor
Hair loss may increase heart disease risk.
research Bridging Personal and Population in Excitability Diseases: Will Studies of Rare Diseases Bring Generalizable Mechanisms From Monogenic Channelopathies?
Studying rare genetic disorders can help us understand and treat common diseases better.
research Anti-Ku Antibodies: Much More Than Scleromyositis
Patients with Systemic Sclerosis have much higher levels of GDF-15, which could help predict organ involvement and guide treatment.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor: Cause of Virilization in a Postmenopausal Woman
A rare, non-cancerous ovarian tumor was successfully treated with surgery, improving the patient's symptoms.
research Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei et Colli: A Case Report in a Caucasian Male and Brief Review of the Literature
A rare skin condition causes red, dark, bumpy facial lesions.
research Primary Bilateral Macronodular Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Rare Cause Of Cushing Syndrome
A rare case of Cushing syndrome was successfully treated with one-sided adrenal gland removal, suggesting personalized treatment is important.
research GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Beyond Their Pancreatic Effects
GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Dulaglutide, Liraglutide, and Semaglutide, have potential benefits beyond the pancreas, including neuroprotection, pain suppression, cardiovascular protection, obesity management, and cancer treatment, but there are concerns about pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer risks.
research Can We Teach Old Drugs New Tricks? Repurposing Neuropharmacological Drugs for Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Old neuropharmacological drugs might be effective for treating inflammatory skin diseases.
research Minoxidil: Hemodynamic and Clinical Experiences with a New Peripheral Vasodilator
Minoxidil helps control blood pressure but has side-effects, so it's not for everyone.
research Role of Drug Repurposing in Sustainable Drug Discovery
Drug repurposing speeds up drug development, saves money, and has led to about a third of new drug approvals.
research Comprehensive Overview of Rheumatology Studies: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.