research How to Speak Postmodern: Medicine, Illness, and Cultural Change
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research Lichen Planopilaris Epidemiology: A Retrospective Study of 80 Cases
Lichen planopilaris mostly affects women with fair skin and can look different on each person, needing early treatment to prevent hair loss.
research Madarosis: A Marker of Many Maladies
Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.
research Ocular Effects of Cosmetic Products and Procedures
Cosmetics and procedures can cause eye issues, from mild discomfort to serious conditions, due to allergies, toxins, or poor care.
research One of These Things Is Not Like the Others: The Idea of Precedence in Health Technology Assessment and Coverage Decisions
The conclusion is that formalizing how past decisions influence current health technology assessments could improve the credibility and defense of coverage decisions.
research Minoxidil: Right Atrial Cardiac Pathology in Animals and Humans
Minoxidil may cause heart issues in animals and humans.
research Androgens in Women: Hormone-Modulating Therapies for Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.
research Comparison of Rheological Properties, Follicular Penetration, Drug Release, and Permeation Behavior of a Novel Topical Drug Delivery System and a Conventional Cream
The new drug delivery system releases the drug better in sebum and targets follicles more effectively than the conventional cream.
research Modern Dermabrasion Techniques: A Personal Appraisal
Improved dermabrasion techniques in 1987 led to better treatment results for skin issues like acne scars.
research Quantification of Reproductive Hormones in Hair of Captive Adult Brown Bears and Their Application as Indicators of Sex and Reproductive State
Measuring reproductive hormones in brown bear hair could help identify their sex and reproductive state, but better collection methods or lab techniques are needed.
research Vertical vs. Transverse Sections in Alopecia Biopsy Diagnosis
Both vertical and transverse sections are useful for diagnosing alopecia, but using both methods together is best.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy for Transgender Females
Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.
research Best Practice Options for Hair Removal in Patients with Unwanted Facial Hair Using Combination Therapy with Laser: Guidelines by an Expert Working Group
Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.
research The Development of Several Organs and Appendages Is Impaired in Mice Lacking Sp6
Mice without the Sp6 gene have problems developing several body parts, including hair, teeth, limbs, and lungs.
research Hypaphorine, an Indole-3-Acetic Acid Antagonist Delivered by the Ectomycorrhizal Fungus Pisolithus Tinctorius, Induces Reorganization of Actin and the Microtubule Cytoskeleton in Eucalyptus Globulus ssp. Bicostata Root Hairs
Hypaphorine from a fungus changes the internal structure of Eucalyptus root hairs, stopping their growth.
research Transepidermal UV Radiation of Scalp Skin Ex Vivo Induces Hair Follicle Damage That Is Alleviated by Topical Treatment with Caffeine
Caffeine applied to the scalp can protect hair follicles from UV damage.
research Negative Impact of Testosterone Deficiency and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy on Metabolic and Sexual Function in Men
Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.
research Anthralin (Dithranol) in Dermatology
Anthralin is effective for psoriasis and alopecia with minimal systemic side effects but can irritate the skin.
research Contemporary Medical Therapy for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
research Controversies Regarding Transdermal Androgen Therapy in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.
research Dermatological Symptoms and Sexual Abuse: A Review and Case Reports
Skin problems can be linked to sexual abuse, requiring careful medical and psychological evaluation.
research Hair Removal Using an Nd:YAG Laser System
Nd:YAG laser can reduce hair with multiple treatments, but permanent removal isn't guaranteed.
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 Trichotillomania And Trichophagia: Modern Diagnostic And Therapeutic Methods
Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.
research Characterization of Cell Cycle Arrest and Terminal Differentiation in a Maximally Proliferative Human Epithelial Tissue: Lessons from the Human Hair Follicle Matrix
CIP/KIP proteins help stop cell division and support hair growth.
research Ethnomedicinal Plants Used by Traditional Healers in the Management of HIV/AIDS Opportunistic Diseases in Rundu, Kavango East Region, Namibia
Traditional healers in Namibia use 70 different plants to treat AIDS-related diseases, and more research is needed to test these plants' effectiveness against HIV.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review for Dermatologists
A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.
research Hair Loss in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
research Diagnostic Approach to Low-Renin Hypertension
Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.