research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
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research Fertility Problems in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have irregular periods, a higher chance of infertility and miscarriages, and may improve fertility with lifestyle changes and treatment.
research Management of Breast Pain
The document concludes that breast pain should be managed with personalized treatment, starting with non-drug methods and progressing to medication if necessary, while considering side effects and patient needs.
research Genetics
Certain gene mutations can weaken the skin barrier and, when combined with environmental factors, lead to eczema and severe itching.
research Virilization in a Postmenopausal Woman: Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor
A postmenopausal woman's virilization was caused by a rare ovarian tumor that was hard to detect but was successfully treated with surgery.
research An Unusual Pattern of Alopecia Areata
A man had an unusual type of hair loss that didn't match known patterns and didn't improve with treatment.
research Acne Fulminans: Explosive Systemic Form of Acne
Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.
research Describing Hair and Related Abnormalities
The document explains hair growth, hair loss types, and other hair-related terms.
research Mario Lacouture: How Do I Treat a Patient with Dermatologic Toxicities to EGFR Inhibitors?
Dr. Mario Lacouture recommends preventive and specific treatments for skin side effects caused by EGFR inhibitors to improve patients' quality of life.
research Specific Dermatologic Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Association with Biochemical Markers of Metabolic Syndrome and Hyperandrogenism
Acne and hair loss are not good indicators of hormone imbalance in PCOS, but excessive body hair is.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Late Complication of Influenza A Sw H1N1 Pneumonia
Hair loss can happen after severe H1N1 flu but usually grows back in 4 months.
research Hair Transplantation in Temporal Triangular Alopecia
Hair transplantation effectively treated a bald patch in an 18-year-old woman with Temporal Triangular Alopecia.
research Iatrogenic Androgen And Estrogen Excess In A Postmenopausal Woman Presenting With Facial Erythema, Acne, And Hirsutism
A postmenopausal woman's facial redness, acne, and excess hair were caused by too much hormone therapy for insomnia, but improved after stopping the treatment.
research Drugs That Affect Autonomic Functions or the Extrapyramidal System
Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.
research 20th Annual Symposium of the British Society of Pediatric Dermatology, 11-12 November 2005, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
The document reports unique growth lines in a child after Stevens-Johnson syndrome, skin reaction from parsnips and sun in a girl, and itchy skin with xanthomas in a boy with Alagille syndrome.
research Literature Reviews on Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery
Advancements in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery improve techniques and patient satisfaction.
research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research Alopecia Areata In Infants: Is It Uncommon?
Alopecia areata in infants may be more common than previously thought.
research Skin Abnormality and Hair Loss: The Reproductive Endocrinological Viewpoint
Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.
research Alopecia And Its Medical Management
Hair loss can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride or surgery, but treatment effectiveness varies by alopecia type and accurate diagnosis is important.
research Cutaneous Drug Reaction Case Reports
Various drugs caused different skin reactions, including allergic and inflammatory responses.
research Book Reviews
The books are valuable resources for cosmetic surgery and dermatology professionals.
research Clinical Alert
In 2002, various drugs caused serious side effects, including vitamin B12 deficiency, heart issues, blindness, hypersexuality, allergic reactions, blood clotting problems, pupil dilation, capillary leak syndrome, muscle breakdown, hepatitis, skin reactions, and lupus.
research Case Presentation: Catastrophic Decrease in Measured Oxygen Saturation Associated with Venovenous Bypass During Liver Transplantation
Oxygen levels can drop during liver transplant if bypass pressures are too high, but other reasons should be checked first.
research Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia with Cimetidine
Cimetidine is not a first-choice treatment for female hair loss, and there's no consistently successful treatment for this condition in men or normal hormone level women.
research Reply to Dr. Greenwald: Treating Alopecia Areata with Intralesional Injections and Topical Minoxidil
Dr. Baral observed that applying minoxidil can cause hair to grow in areas other than where it was applied.
research Adverse Drug Reactions and Interactions: Case Studies
Some medications caused temporary health issues that improved after stopping the drugs, but two patients died from liver problems linked to carbamazepine.
research Depression from a Physical Symptom
Hair loss can be linked to hormonal changes, and physical conditions like heart defects can cause depression.
research New York Academy of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Syphilology
Dermatological conditions are complex, and treatments have mixed results.
research A Randomized, Controlled Pilot Trial Comparing Platelet-Rich Plasma to Topical Minoxidil Foam for Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia in Women
Platelet-rich plasma helps hair regrowth and improves quality of life in women with hair loss, but minoxidil may be more effective.