January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.
January 2017 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” The document concludes that managing Dunnigan-Type Familial Partial Lipodystrophy involves treating associated health issues and using medications like metformin and leptin replacement.
A girl lost her hair due to being given the wrong medication because of a pharmacy's computer error.
Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are often treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications, which can reduce symptoms and yeast growth on the scalp.
November 2010 in “Clin-Alert” Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.
46 citations,
July 2007 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes significant emotional distress, including high rates of depression and anxiety.
31 citations,
February 2016 in “American Journal of Men's Health” Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
8 citations,
October 2021 in “The international journal of risk and safety in medicine” The document sets criteria for diagnosing long-term sexual dysfunctions caused by certain medications.
2 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology” An 8-year-old girl's eyebrow hair loss was linked to atomoxetine for ADHD but grew back after stopping the medication.
The interdisciplinary approach improved the quality of life for a Parkinson's patient and eased staff workload.
951 citations,
December 2013 in “Clinical epidemiology” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can be managed with lifestyle changes and various medications.
185 citations,
March 2011 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride for hair loss can cause long-lasting sexual side effects like low libido and erectile dysfunction.
117 citations,
August 2008 in “Sociology of Health and Illness” The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
47 citations,
January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Mood stabilizers can cause serious skin reactions; careful monitoring and immediate treatment are crucial.
27 citations,
June 2013 in “Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research” Finasteride use may lead to less alcohol consumption in men with lasting sexual side effects.
26 citations,
December 2019 in “Neurobiology of Stress” Post-finasteride syndrome causes lasting sexual, neurological, and physical side effects in some people after taking finasteride.
24 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
20 citations,
August 2022 in “Archives of Medical Science” The Polish medical societies have redefined metabolic syndrome and recommend lifestyle changes, certain medications, and possibly bariatric surgery for treatment. They also discuss managing related health conditions.
19 citations,
February 2007 in “International Clinical Psychopharmacology” Quetiapine may cause hair loss, a side effect not widely recognized before.
17 citations,
May 2008 in “Pharmacopsychiatry” Finasteride improved symptoms in a schizophrenia patient.
11 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal of Dermatology” Dutasteride safely treats hair loss without harming sexual function.
11 citations,
January 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Using minoxidil before and after facelift surgery can effectively prevent temporary hair loss without causing other complications.
8 citations,
September 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Trichotillomania treatment is most successful with a mix of behavioral therapy, medication, and social support.
5 citations,
October 2017 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
4 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” A woman with an unusual pattern of hair loss was confirmed to have Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and treated with specific medications.
2 citations,
June 2020 in “AIDS” Recreational drug use can cause misdiagnosed conditions and drug interactions in HIV patients.
2 citations,
June 2017 in “Psychiatry and clinical psychopharmacology” Stopping the antidepressant agomelatine improved hair loss in a patient.
2 citations,
March 2016 in “InnovAiT” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, often involving menstrual issues and increased diabetes risk, managed through lifestyle changes and targeted treatments.
2 citations,
December 2021 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” Ayurvedic treatment helped reduce PCOS symptoms in a 19-year-old girl.
Older people tend to have higher biotin levels, which are weakly linked to certain blood components and negatively linked to triglycerides; biotin should be checked in patients with high triglycerides or medication-related skin issues, and only supplemented if deficient. Vitamin D and folate deficiencies are linked to specific skin conditions.