June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” Nebivolol cream may be a promising hair loss treatment by improving blood flow and nourishing hair follicles.
COVID-19 may lead to severe skin necrosis without clear underlying causes, as seen in a diabetic patient who required leg amputation.
January 2021 in “ABC Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy” When treating older patients with both heart valve disease and heart muscle disease, doctors should create personalized treatment plans that address both conditions.
August 2020 in “Revista de chimie” Nitroglycerin ointment is now used to treat several skin conditions with fewer side effects.
Some drugs may increase the risk of obstructive sleep apnea, while others like certain biologics might decrease it.
January 2020 in “International Journal of Research” High testosterone increases heart disease risk in women with PCOS.
August 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology” A baby had a unique skin condition with a pale patch and surrounding dark hairs, not linked to other health issues.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains how male reproductive hormones work and affect the body.
July 2017 in “Cardiologia Croatica” Metabolic syndrome's individual issues are real and need treatment to reduce diabetes and heart disease risks.
Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
June 2016 in “American Journal of Cardiology” Endovascular repair and open surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysms both result in a temporary decline in physical health, with no significant mental health difference, and a return to near normal health in 90 days.
December 2015 in “Vascular Pharmacology” Hair papilla cells are crucial for blood vessel development in hair follicles, affecting hair growth and loss.
IL6 is linked to higher risk of heart disease in people with a certain mouth condition.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair follicles stored in a special medium and certain types of grafts have higher survival and growth rates after transplantation.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The document concludes that rib-sparing techniques in breast reconstruction have limited benefits, sentinel lymph node biopsy is needed for desmoplastic melanoma, certain hair preservation methods improve graft survival, partial turbinectomy effectively reduces nasal obstruction, nipple shields with irrigation may reduce capsular contracture, and thicker malignant melanomas have a higher risk of non-skin cancers.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair follicles stored in a special medium had the highest survival rate, and "plucked" follicles and follicular units showed better growth after transplant.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Sentinel lymph node biopsy is recommended for all types of desmoplastic melanoma due to higher rates of nodal metastasis.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The document concludes that rib-sparing techniques in breast reconstruction have limited benefits, sentinel lymph node biopsy is needed for desmoplastic melanoma, certain hair preservation methods improve graft survival, partial turbinectomy effectively reduces nasal obstruction, nipple shields with irrigation may reduce capsular contracture, and thicker malignant melanomas have a higher risk of non-skin cancers.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The rib-sparing technique in breast reconstruction may lead to more complications without reducing the need for further surgery.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Sentinel lymph node biopsy is recommended for all types of desmoplastic melanoma due to higher rates of nodal metastasis.
July 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The rib-sparing technique in breast reconstruction may lead to more complications without reducing the need for further surgery.
November 2013 in “International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” Doctors often miss Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, which can lead to serious damage if not treated quickly.
January 2013 in “Revista Clínica Española” A postmenopausal woman's increased male hormone levels were successfully treated with surgery.
A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
December 2006 in “Annales D Endocrinologie” Estrogen-progestin contraception lowers ovarian, endometrial, and colon cancer risk but may raise breast and cervical cancer risk, helps with menstrual and acne issues, and new methods are as effective as pills. Metformin helps overweight women with PCOS and insulin resistance, and dopamine agonists treat prolactinomas.
December 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Mnemonics with one letter are useful and easy to remember for learning dermatology.
June 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The exam tested knowledge on various skin-related topics for CME credit.
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
November 2019 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Oral minoxidil helps treat hair loss and has reversible side effects.