Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A 23-year-old woman's missed periods were caused by a rare genetic disorder treated with hormone patches.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” The 18-year-old girl likely has a condition called müllerian agenesis, which caused her to not have a uterus and experience no menstrual periods.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LED light helps hair follicle cells grow and prevents them from dying by activating certain cell pathways.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LED light helps human hair root cells grow and move by activating certain cell pathways.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LED light helps human hair root cells grow and prevents them from dying by activating specific growth pathways.
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January 2012 in “Chemistry & biology” Proteasome inhibitors are promising treatments for various cancers, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions.
434 citations,
October 2003 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” Natural products in cosmetics are beneficial for skin and hair care with low toxicity.
397 citations,
February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
266 citations,
November 2013 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.
193 citations,
February 2015 in “Nature Communications” Fungi-produced compounds can change plant root growth.
165 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
115 citations,
June 2004 in “Pediatrics” Children, especially teenagers, can get severe SARS-CoV infection with symptoms similar to adults, but they typically recover well with supportive care.
112 citations,
May 2019 in “Pharmacological Research” Lignans and neolignans from plants may help protect against various health issues, including cancer and heart disease.
108 citations,
November 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
98 citations,
May 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
88 citations,
July 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin reactions, so dermatologists must manage these effects.
73 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Lasers and light sources can effectively remove hair, work best on fair skin with dark hair, and usually need multiple treatments.
68 citations,
September 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
61 citations,
September 2020 in “Bioactive Materials” A special dressing called FEA-PCEI can speed up wound healing, reduce scars, and help grow new hair follicles, but only at the right dosage.
59 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in medicine” There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.
54 citations,
January 2018 in “Scientific reports” Human hair contains diverse proteins, including keratins and histones, which could help assess hair health and aging.
50 citations,
November 2010 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” Recognizing oral symptoms can help diagnose and treat blood and nutritional diseases early.
50 citations,
November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Botox increased hair count in men with baldness and might work by improving scalp blood flow.
47 citations,
September 2015 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Nanoparticulate systems improve drug delivery by controlling release, protecting drugs, changing absorption and distribution, and concentrating drugs in targeted areas.
42 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of clinical pharmacology” Baricitinib helps treat several diseases, including COVID-19, but has side effects and needs careful monitoring.
42 citations,
January 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.
39 citations,
April 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Drug repurposing is a cost-effective way to find new uses for existing drugs, speeding up treatment development.
39 citations,
October 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Human alpha defensin 5 helps heal wounds, reduce bacteria, and grow hair on burned skin.
39 citations,
April 2011 in “Recent Patents on Drug Delivery & Formulation” Nanoemulsion-based drug delivery systems are versatile and have potential for treating various medical conditions and improving vaccines.