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research Evaluation of Risk of SSRI-Associated Impotence and Low Libido in Men Exposed to Finasteride
Finasteride and SSRIs together increase impotence and low libido risk in men.
research Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
HIV can cause unusual and severe skin problems that are hard to treat.
research Effect of Adenovirus-Mediated Expression of Sonic Hedgehog Gene on Hair Regrowth in Mice With Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Using a gene therapy with the Sonic Hedgehog gene helps mice regrow hair faster after losing it from chemotherapy.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
research Hair and Nail Involvement in Lupus Erythematosus
Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
research Non-Invasive Approaches for the Diagnosis of Autoimmune/Autoinflammatory Skin Diseases: A Focus on Psoriasis and Lupus Erythematosus
Non-invasive methods show promise for diagnosing skin diseases like psoriasis and lupus but need more research for regular use.
research Dermatologic Problems of Older Women
Older women face various skin issues like dryness and thinning, and treatments are available but can have side effects; proper skin care and legal health decisions are important.
research Melatonin Induces a Stimulatory Action on the Scrotal Skin Components of Soay Ram in the Non-Breeding Season
Melatonin stimulates the skin components of ram's scrotum during their non-breeding season.
research Tumor Promotion in Skin: Are Active Oxygen Species Involved?
Active oxygen species might be involved in skin tumor growth, but their exact role is unclear.
research Female Pattern Baldness in Men
Some men can have female pattern baldness without hormonal abnormalities or signs of feminization.
research Pathophysiological and Pharmaceutical Considerations for Enhancing the Control of Sarcoptes Scabiei in Wombats Through Improved Transdermal Drug Delivery
Improving how drugs are absorbed through the skin could better treat mange in wombats.
research Supportive Oncodermatology: Addressing Dermatologic Adverse Events Associated with Oncologic Therapies
Cancer survivors often experience worse skin problems from treatment than expected, and working with dermatologists could help improve their condition.
research Dermatology Consultations Significantly Contribute to Efficient Care of Hospitalized Patients: A Prospective Study of Dermatology Inpatient Consults at a Tertiary Care Center
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are reliable skin signs of PCOS and suggest the need for further tests for related health issues.
research Extensive Alopecia Areata: A Multicenter Review of 132 Patients
The study found that severe alopecia areata affects any age, treatments often give temporary results, and some factors predict worse outcomes.
research Eosinophilia Versus Atopy as a Predictor of Severe Phenotypes in Alopecia Areata
Both atopy and eosinophilia are linked to more severe hair loss in people with alopecia areata.
research Cutaneous Metastasis from Colonic Adenocarcinoma: Mimicker of Infectious Etiology
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are reliable skin signs of PCOS linked to metabolic issues, while acne is not a reliable marker of the condition.
research Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have more hair growth, skin darkening, and acne, which are linked to hormonal and metabolic issues.
research Cutaneous Xanthomas in Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia: A 12-Year Follow-Up
Women with PCOS often have hirsutism and skin changes, which indicate a need for metabolic health checks.
research Abstracts
Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
research American Academy of Dermatology 44th Annual Meeting Highlights
Minoxidil showed a 30% success rate for hair growth in a study, and various skin treatments were effective, but some had limitations or side effects.
research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database
Finasteride and dutasteride increase sexual dysfunction reports.
research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
research Cyclooxygenases in the Skin: Pharmacological and Toxicological Implications
Blocking COX, especially COX-2, in the skin can reduce inflammation and pain and may help prevent skin cancer.
research Dermatologic Changes Associated With Interleukin 2 Administration
IL-2 treatment causes skin eruptions and other reversible side effects, and may play a role in psoriasis.
research Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation: A Common but Troubling Condition
Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.
research Growth Factors in Hair Organ Development and the Hair Growth Cycle
Growth factors are crucial for hair development and could help treat hair diseases.
research Diversification and Specialization of Touch Receptors in Skin
Skin has specialized touch receptors that can tell different sensations apart.
research Epidermal Abnormalities and Increased Malignancy of Skin Tumors in Human Epidermal Keratin 8-Expressing Transgenic Mice
Mice with human skin protein K8 had more skin problems and cancer.