research Medication Repurposing: New Uses for Old Drugs
Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
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research Recent Advances in the Medical and Surgical Treatment of Priapism
New treatments for long-lasting erections improve outcomes but must be timely to avoid lasting damage.
research Androgenic Alopecia May Have Evolved to Protect Men from Prostate Cancer by Increasing Skin Exposure to Ultraviolet Radiation
Male pattern baldness might have evolved to help protect against prostate cancer by increasing UV radiation on the scalp.
research Clinical Case Notes: Retinoblastoma, Microphthalmia, and Chromosome 13q Deletion Syndrome
The document concludes that careful diagnosis is crucial for chromosome 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause reversible eye damage, finasteride may be linked to cataracts, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.
research Effect of MK-386, a Novel Inhibitor of Type 1 5 Alpha-Reductase, Alone and in Combination with Finasteride, on Serum Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Men
MK-386 and finasteride together effectively reduce DHT levels, potentially treating acne and male pattern baldness.
research Differential Impact of Environmental Factors on Systemic and Localized Autoimmunity
Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
research CD201+ Fascia Progenitors Choreograph Injury Repair
CD201+ fascia progenitors are essential for wound healing and could be targeted for treating skin conditions.
research Glioblastoma Cells Express Crucial Enzymes Involved in Androgen Synthesis: 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, 17-20α-Hydroxylase, 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, and 5α-Reductase
Glioblastoma cells can make androgens, which might help the tumor grow.
research Increased 25(OH)D3 Level in Redheaded People: Could Redheadedness Be an Adaptation to Temperate Climate?
Redheaded people may have evolved to efficiently make vitamin D in areas with less sunlight.
research Effects of Testosterone on the Expression of Connexin 26 and Connexin 43 in the Uterus of Rats During Early Pregnancy
Testosterone changes important cell communication proteins in pregnant rats' uteruses, which might affect pregnancy success.
research Efficacy of Intralesional and Oral Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Oral dutasteride works better for hair loss, but has more sexual side effects; intralesional dutasteride is a possible alternative.
research Alopecia and Techniques in Hair Restoration: An Overview for the Cosmetic Surgeon
Hair loss can be reversed or even cured using advanced hair restoration techniques, with rare complications like swelling and bleeding.
research Non-Dietary Scurvy With Relapse Symptoms After Stopping Oral Vitamin C Supplementation
A 3-year-old girl developed scurvy symptoms that improved with vitamin C but relapsed when supplementation stopped.
research Sesquiterpene-Enriched Extract of Curcuma Aeruginosa Roxb. Retards Axillary Hair Growth: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study
Curcuma aeruginosa extract lotion significantly reduces underarm hair growth.
research The Spectrum of Nephrocutaneous Diseases and Associations
Skin doctors should know about skin and kidney disease links to prevent serious kidney problems.
research Hair Shaft Structures in EDAR Induced Ectodermal Dysplasia
The EDAR gene mutation leads to thinner and more deformed hair shafts.
research Epigenetic Regulations on Skin Wound Healing: Implications from Current Research
Epigenetic changes are crucial for stem cell behavior in skin wound healing and their disruption may lead to cancer.
research Feather on the Cap of Medicine
Feathers are useful for researching growth, regeneration, and the effects of treatments like chemotherapy on hair loss.
research A Study of the Effects of Physical Dermabrasion Combined with Chemical Peeling in Porcine Skin
Combining physical dermabrasion with chemical peeling is more effective for skin treatment than chemical peeling alone.
research Recent Therapeutic Developments for Acne
New acne treatments include combination creams, advanced retinoids, and light therapies, focusing on safety and patient adherence.
research The Osler Lecture 2012: Pharmacology 2.0, Medicines, Drugs, and Human Enhancement
The lecture concluded that drugs for human enhancement are here to stay and called for their responsible development and fair access.
research Update on Psychodermatological Disorders
Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
research The Use of Testosterone After Menopause
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual satisfaction and mood in surgically menopausal women when used with estrogen, but its long-term safety and effects on naturally menopausal and premenopausal women are unclear.
research Clinical Case Notes: Optical Coherence Tomography of Adult-Onset Foveomacular Vitelliform Dystrophy
Multiple eye conditions were studied, highlighting the importance of various imaging methods for diagnosis, the vision side effects of drugs tamoxifen and Propecia, and the usefulness of optical coherence tomography for diagnosing and monitoring macular and retinal diseases.
research Complementarity and Balance of Dietary Protein and Lipid Intake
Vegetable protein lowers cholesterol and protein deficiency can cause health issues.
research Besnoitiosis In Donkeys: An Emerging Parasitic Disease Of Equids In Italy
Besnoitiosis, a parasitic disease, has been found in donkeys in Italy and may be more common in Europe than previously thought.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor and Postmenopausal Hirsutism with Signs of Virilization
A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.
research The Human Hair Follicle as Sentinel for Drug Evaluation: Demonstration of Tetracycline Adhesion to Hair Follicle as Proposed Mechanism in Dysfunctional Hair Loss
Tetracycline can stick to hair follicles and potentially cause hair loss.
research Optimal Management of Plaque Psoriasis in Adolescents: Current Perspectives
The document concludes that proper treatment and management of plaque psoriasis in adolescents can improve their quality of life.
research Concentrated Nanofat: A Modified Fat Extraction Promotes Hair Growth in Mice via Stem Cells and Extracellular Matrix Components Interaction
Concentrated nanofat helps mice grow hair by activating skin cells and may be used to treat hair loss.