research Melanocytes: The New Black
Melanocytes are crucial for skin pigmentation and can affect conditions like melanoma, vitiligo, and albinism, as well as hair color and hearing.
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90-120 / 283 results research Hair and Nail Adverse Events During Treatment with Targeted Therapies for Metastatic Melanoma
Targeted therapies for advanced skin cancer often cause hair and nail problems, which need managing to avoid changing the treatment dose.
research Management of Dermatologic Toxicities
Doctors should actively prevent and treat skin side effects in cancer patients to keep them on the best medication and reduce discomfort.
research Vemurafenib-Induced Pityriasis Amiantacea: A Case Report
Vemurafenib can cause scalp issues but can be managed without changing the dose.
research The Influence of Flightless I: Regeneration Versus Wound Healing
Blocking RANK signaling might help treat metastatic melanoma, but more research is needed.
research Alopecia Due to Chemotherapeutics, Hedgehog Inhibitors, Targeted Antibody Therapies, and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Cancer treatments can cause hair loss, but it is often reversible and can be managed with scalp cooling and support.
research Inflammatory and Non-Melanocytic Tumoral Pathology of the Nail
The document concludes that understanding nail anatomy is key for diagnosing nail diseases, early signs of nail melanoma may allow for less aggressive treatment, and specific genetic mutations are important in thyroid cancer prognosis and treatment.
research Kinase Inhibition with BAY 43-9006 in Renal Cell Carcinoma
BAY 43-9006 helps control kidney cancer growth but doesn't significantly increase overall survival.
research Can You Diagnose Hair Loss (Non-Scarring Alopecia)
Non-scarring hair loss can be diagnosed with two 4mm punch biopsies, one cut vertically and the other transversely.
research Diseases Of The Canine Prostate Gland
The main prostate diseases in dogs are benign growth, infections, and cancer, with various treatments ranging from drugs to surgery, but cancer treatments have limited success.
research Prolonged Treatment with Finasteride (a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor) Does Not Affect Bone Density and Metabolism
Long-term finasteride use doesn't change bone density or metabolism.
research Endocrine Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy: Current Concepts
New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
research Effects of Long-Term Treatment With Finasteride (MK-906), a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Estradiol
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting hormone levels, helping with conditions like enlarged prostate, acne, and hair loss.
research Investigation of Variants of the Aromatase Gene (CYP19A1) in Female Pattern Hair Loss
No link found between aromatase gene and female hair loss.
research Unexpected Autocrine Role of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Squamous Cell Carcinoma
VEGF helps squamous cell carcinoma grow in ways beyond just blood vessel formation.
research Dermoscopy in General Dermatology: A Practical Overview
Dermoscopy is a useful tool for identifying features of skin conditions, but more research is needed to define its role in dermatology.
research Iron Plays a Certain Role in Patterned Hair Loss
Iron deficiency may contribute to hair loss.
research Androgen Receptor: A Promising Therapeutic Target in Breast Cancer
The androgen receptor is a promising target for breast cancer treatment, especially in triple-negative cases, but more research is needed for personalized therapies.
research The Incidence and Management of Cutaneous Adverse Events of the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors
EGFR inhibitors can cause various skin issues during cancer treatment, and managing these is important for patient care.
research Scalp Melanoma After Anti-Hair Loss Mesotherapy
A woman got melanoma on her scalp after anti-hair loss treatment with injections.
research Predictive Modeling of Patient Response to JAK/STAT Inhibitors and Dynamic Patient-Matching
Machine learning can predict how well patients with alopecia areata will respond to certain treatments.
research Promotion of Hair Growth in Alopecia Areata by Topical Treatment of HDAC Inhibitors
HDAC inhibitors, like Vorinostat and Entinostat, can help regrow hair in alopecia areata.
research Low Versus High Fluence Light-Induced Hair Removal: How Hair Follicle Ex Vivo Studies Translate Into Clinical Results
Higher fluence in hair removal damages hair follicles more, while lower fluence mimics natural hair regression, with long-term IPL treatments effectively reducing hair.
research Posters Presented at the 19th Joint Meeting of the International Society of Dermatopathology, March 2–3, 2016, Hilton Crystal City at Washington Reagan National Airport, Arlington, Virginia, USA
The meeting showcased rare skin disease cases, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research Exogenous Testosterone or Testosterone with Finasteride Increases Bone Mineral Density in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy increases bone density in older men with low testosterone levels.
research Colon Cancer Stem Cells: Promise of Targeted Therapy
Targeting colon cancer stem cells might lead to better treatment results.
research Skin Melanocytes: Biology and Development
The paper concludes that understanding melanocyte development can help in insights into skin diseases and melanoma diversity.
research Treatment of Hair Loss
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
research Eph Receptors and Ephrins: Therapeutic Opportunities
Eph receptors and ephrins may be promising targets for treating diseases, but more understanding is needed for effective and safe therapies.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition with Dutasteride and Finasteride on Semen Parameters and Serum Hormones in Healthy Men
Dutasteride and finasteride may reduce sperm count and volume but don't affect movement or shape; effects are reversible after stopping.