4 citations,
June 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” JAK inhibitors help hair regrowth in alopecia areata but have a high risk of side effects.
7 citations,
October 2019 in “Klinická onkologie” Cancer treatments often cause hair loss and damage, affecting patients' mental health.
33 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
September 2022 in “XXXIX Congresso Brasileiro de Reumatologia” Tofacitinib may effectively treat skin symptoms in difficult cases of dermatomyositis.
114 citations,
January 2007 in “Drug Safety” Some drugs can cause skin, nail, and hair problems, which are important for healthcare professionals to recognize and report.
29 citations,
September 2014 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
7 citations,
May 2022 in “Skin health and disease” Certain types of rashes in COVID-19 patients may indicate more severe illness and higher risk of death.
1 citations,
January 2005 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concluded that various dermatological treatments have different effectiveness and side effects, with some causing irritation, allergic reactions, or systemic effects.
January 2011 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Tretinoin gel is safe for sun exposure, but tacalcitol doesn't significantly improve non-segmental vitiligo.
Sunekos® effectively improves labia majora appearance and is well-tolerated.
May 2019 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Flibanserin's effectiveness for low sexual desire in premenopausal women may vary based on hormone levels, with normal hormone levels showing better responses.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document summarizes the latest trends and advancements in cosmetic dermatology.
160 citations,
January 2009 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” HairMax LaserComb® effectively promotes hair growth and stops hair loss in males with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious side effects.
89 citations,
May 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology” New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
40 citations,
July 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.
37 citations,
May 2004 in “Multiple Sclerosis Journal” The article concludes that proper injection techniques and patient education can prevent serious skin reactions from multiple sclerosis medications.
25 citations,
December 2017 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
18 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Lasers, microneedling, and PRP improve skin rejuvenation and repair, with PRP enhancing the effects when combined with other treatments.
15 citations,
May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP treatment increases hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia by 79%.
14 citations,
February 2020 in “Stem Cells International” Umbilical cord cells safely improve healing in long-term nonhealing wounds better than a placebo.
6 citations,
January 2018 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Hyaluronic acid filler can safely and effectively improve facial contour in Parry-Romberg Syndrome.
4 citations,
January 2014 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Case reports are important in medical science for discovering drugs and identifying rare conditions, despite their limitations.
3 citations,
March 2020 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Tracnil™, a mix of myo-inositol, folic acid, and vitamin D3, safely reduced acne, improved excessive hair growth, and fixed irregular periods in overweight women with PCOS.
3 citations,
September 2015 in “Journal of Vascular Surgery” Chemical lumbar sympathectomy is an effective and safe treatment for idiopathic livedo reticularis.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “Skin” Using cidofovir cream for a rare skin disease can cause skin darkening.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” Skin problems like psoriasis and systemic sclerosis can increase the risk of heart disease, so doctors should watch for heart risks in patients with these conditions.
March 2020 in “International journal of contemporary medical research” Patients with metabolic syndrome often have skin problems like acanthosis nigricans and skin tags, and early treatment is important to prevent serious issues.
86 citations,
June 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Antioxidants can benefit skin health but should be used carefully to avoid negative effects.
65 citations,
January 2013 in “Cochrane library” Some systemic treatments work for nail psoriasis but can have serious side effects.