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 Ongoing Concerns Regarding Finasteride for the Treatment of Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride may cause side effects; more research needed.
research Systemic Dexpanthenol as a Novel Treatment for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Dexpanthenol improves hair growth and satisfaction in women without side effects.
research African Baobab (Adansonia Digitata) Fruit as a Promising Source of Procyanidins
African baobab fruit is a good source of antioxidants and micronutrients, but too much can cause laxative effects.
research You Need a Makeover!: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in A Makeover Story, What Not to Wear, and Extreme Makeover
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and pressure women to conform to societal ideals.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Hair Loss
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
research Hormones
Hormones are crucial for regulating body functions and imbalances can lead to health issues.
research Botanicals With Dermatologic Properties Derived From First Nations Healing: Part 1—Trees
Compounds from certain trees used by First Nations people show potential for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Impact of Clinical Response on Different Approved Doses in Japan and the United States
Different drug doses approved in Japan and the U.S. are not mainly due to different clinical responses, and ethnic factors should be considered in setting drug doses.
research Multisystemic Eosinophilic Epitheliotropic Disease in a Horse in Brazil
A horse in Brazil with skin and gut issues was diagnosed with a severe disease and had to be euthanized.
research Non-Clinical Safety Evaluation and Risk Assessment of Aleglitazar, a Dual PPAR α/γ Agonist, and Its Major Human Metabolite
Aleglitazar and its major metabolite are safe enough to proceed to Phase 3 clinical trials.
research The Conception and Evaluation of Sexual Health Literature
The document concludes that better research methods are needed in men's sexual health to provide stronger evidence and improve patient care.
research Patterns of Finasteride Use in the Male Populations of Four Nordic Countries: A Cross-National Drug Utilization Study
Finasteride use varies among Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, with higher usage in Finland and Sweden.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
research In the Empire of Images: Preface to the Tenth Anniversary Edition
Media images promote unrealistic beauty standards, affecting body image and eating disorders globally.
research Burns with Emollients: Fire Risks and Safety Precautions
Emollients can make fabrics more flammable, so take safety precautions.
research Antioxidant Enzyme Expression of mRNA and Protein in the Epididymis of Finasteride-Treated Male Rat Offspring During Postnatal Development
Finasteride affects offspring's antioxidant enzymes in epididymis, possibly disrupting sperm maturation.
research Dermatologic Care of the Transplant Patient
Transplant patients on immunosuppressive medications have a higher risk of skin cancer, and managing this involves balancing medication with cancer risk.
research Defining the Short-Term and Long-Term Skin Manifestations of COVID-19: Insights After More Than Three Years of the Pandemic
COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, but long-term skin problems are rare.
research Phytochemical and Nutrient Analysis of Glycine Max Milk and Okara By-Products, Formulation and Its Acceptability
Soybean milk and okara are nutritious, have health benefits, and make tasty, long-lasting food products.
research Artificial Hair Implantation for Hair Restoration
Artificial hair implants can quickly improve looks and life quality, but they have risks like infection and early fiber loss, so more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Learning and Friendship: Highlights from the Dermatology Nurses’ Association Annual Meeting
The author found the Dermatology Nurses’ Association’s annual meeting valuable for both learning and making friends.
research Photobiomodulation and Hair Growth
Photobiomodulation is an effective and safe treatment for increasing hair growth in people with hair loss.
research Sensitization and Clinically Relevant Allergy to Hair Dyes and Clothes from Black Henna Tattoos: Do People Know the Risk? An Uncommon Serious Case and a Review of the Literature
Black henna tattoos can cause severe allergies to hair and textile dyes, and there's a need for greater public awareness and regulation.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Secondary to Benign Prostatic Obstruction
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss
Some supplements and hormones can increase hair loss by raising DHT levels.
research Cosmeceuticals in Dermatology
Cosmeceuticals may benefit skin health but need more research for efficacy and safety confirmation.
research Stimulation of Hair Regrowth in an Animal Model of Androgenic Alopecia Using 2-Deoxy-D-Ribose
2-deoxy-D-ribose gel may help regrow hair in cases of hair loss.
research Human and Animal Cells Under Influence of Different Lighting and Stimuli
Different light affects cell functions and can help treat skin conditions.
research Urinary Androgens Provide Additional Evidence Related to Metabolism and Are Correlated With Serum Androgens in Girls
The research found that measuring androgens in urine can give extra information about body metabolism and is linked to androgen levels in the blood, especially in young girls.