research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
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research Alopecia Areata: A Review on Diagnosis, Immunological Etiopathogenesis, and Treatment Options
The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Treatments and Their Efficacy
Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
research My First Terrible Diagnosis
The medical student learned to balance medical knowledge with empathy when delivering difficult news to patients.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Its Numerous Possibilities: A Literature Review
Alopecia areata treatment should be personalized, using topical or systemic therapies based on severity, with promising options like JAK inhibitors needing more research.
research A Comparison of Self-Reported Signs of Facial Aging Among Women in Australia vs. Those in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada
Women in Australia report different signs of facial aging compared to women in the US, UK, and Canada; men with Lichen planopilaris often have hormonal abnormalities and thyroid disease.
research Alopecia Areata Is Associated With MICA and an Extended HLA Haplotype
Certain genes are linked to the risk of developing Alopecia Areata.
research Eyelash Trichomegaly: Review of Congenital, Acquired, and Drug-Associated Etiologies for Elongation of the Eyelashes
The document concludes that eyelash trichomegaly, which is the abnormal growth of eyelashes, can be present from birth, caused by diseases, or result from certain medications.
research Human αβ and γδ T Cells in Skin Immunity and Disease
Certain types of T cells are essential for healthy skin and play a role in skin diseases, but more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Where It All Went Right: Secondary Uses of Drugs
Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
research Single-Cell Transcriptomics Reveals a Senescence-Associated IL-6/CCR6 Axis Driving Radiodermatitis
Blocking certain immune signals can reduce skin damage from radiation therapy.
research Determination of Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels in Patients with Alopecia Areata and Comparison with Healthy Controls: A Cross-Sectional Study
Patients with alopecia areata may have lower vitamin D levels than healthy people.
research Nocebo Effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.
research Efficacy and Safety of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in Alopecia Areata Patients: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata.
research Drug Repositioning: Current Approaches and Their Implications in the Precision Medicine Era
Drug repositioning is becoming more targeted and efficient with new technologies, offering personalized treatment options and growing interest in the field.
research Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Bimatoprost Solution 0.03% Application to the Eyelid Margin for the Treatment of Idiopathic and Chemotherapy-Induced Eyelash Hypotrichosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Bimatoprost solution is effective and safe for long-term use in treating eyelash thinning.
research Skin Self-Photography for Dysplastic Nevus Monitoring Is Associated with a Decrease in the Number of Biopsies at Follow-Up: A Retrospective Analytical Study
Taking photos of your own skin can lead to fewer skin biopsies for mole monitoring.
research Oncological Therapies and Hair Disorders: A Narrative Approach on Permanent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia. A Literature Review of Cancer-Related Therapies and Their Associated Hair and Scalp Disorders
Permanent hair loss from chemotherapy significantly impacts patients' mental health and social life, highlighting the need for better patient education and support.
research Unilateral Gottron Papules in a Patient Following a Stroke
People with hair loss should use strong sun protection to prevent scalp skin cancer.
research Tamoxifen-Induced Female Androgenetic Alopecia in a Patient with Breast Cancer
Tamoxifen caused hair loss in a 52-year-old woman.
research Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome Associated with Colon Cancer Metastatic to Liver
A patient with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome developed colon cancer that spread to the liver, showing the need for regular cancer checks in such patients.
research A Novel Connexin 26 Mutation in a Patient Diagnosed with Keratitis–Ichthyosis–Deafness Syndrome
A new mutation in the Connexin 26 gene was found in a patient with KID syndrome, expanding the known disorders linked to this gene.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Thyroid Cancer: Coincidence or More?
The document suggests a possible link between hair loss and thyroid cancer, but doesn't provide definite proof.
research A Case of Glucocorticoid Resistance Syndrome
The patient likely has Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition causing insensitivity to glucocorticoids, requiring high-dose dexamethasone treatment.
research The Use of Micrografts and Minigrafts in the Aesthetic Reconstruction of the Face and Scalp
Micrografts and minigrafts are safe and effective for hair transplantation in facial and scalp reconstruction, providing high patient satisfaction.
research Multiple Skin Cancers in a Patient Within 1 Year of Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
A man got six skin cancers within a year after a cell transplant for leukemia but was cancer-free 32 months later; skin checks are important post-transplant.
research Male Alopecia, Finasteride, and Cancer Risk
Finasteride for hair loss may increase the risk of certain cancers and has side effects; better regulation and education on its use are needed.
research Abstract P1-09-32: A Novel Candidate for Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia Through Local Modulation of Apoptosis and Inflammation
A new treatment may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy by normalizing scalp cell death and reducing inflammation.
research Plain Language Summaries of Dermatology Studies
Most clinicians follow discharge guidelines, many lupus patients don't use sunscreen regularly, dithranol is effective for psoriasis, biopsy methods should be based on lesion type, voriconazole may raise skin cancer risk, a new scale can help diagnose female hair loss early, and most melanomas may develop from existing moles.