research Persistent Gynecomastia Due to Short-Term Low-Dose Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
A man's breast enlargement from low-dose finasteride for hair loss didn't go away, even with treatment, and might be more common than reported.
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research Metabolism and Skin Diseases
Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.
research Genome-Wide Meta-Analysis Implicates Mediators of Hair Follicle Development and Morphogenesis in Risk for Severe Acne
Genetic variations affecting skin structure play a key role in severe acne.
research Immune-Mediated Skin Reactions Induced by Recombinant Antibodies and Other TNF-Alpha Inhibitors
TNF-alpha inhibitors can cause various immune-related skin issues.
research Main Plenary Sessions: Summaries of Papers
UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
research Optimizing Skin Disease Diagnosis: Harnessing Online Community Data With Contrastive Learning and Clustering Techniques
Researchers improved a skin disease diagnosis model using online images, achieving up to 49.64% accuracy.
research Effectiveness of Combined Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Service Evaluation
Combined oral minoxidil and finasteride significantly improve hair density in men with male pattern baldness.
research Microneedling: A Review of the Literature, A Novel Treatment Strategy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
research Hair Disorders
Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.
research Physician Awareness of the Safe Use of Cyproterone Acetate in Europe: A Survey on the Effectiveness of Additional Risk Minimization Measures
Most European physicians know the risks and safe use of Cyproterone acetate, but few remember receiving official safety communications.
research What Is Alopecia?
Alopecia is a condition causing hair loss that can impact looks and mental health.
research Integrated Model of Care for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that women with PCOS need a comprehensive care model that covers reproductive, metabolic, and psychological health to improve their quality of life.
research Developing Optical Biometrics Using Optical Coherence Tomography for Medical Screening and Diagnosis
OCT can effectively screen and diagnose various medical conditions non-invasively.
research Hair Straightening: Techniques, Chemicals, and Evolution
Hair straightening methods have advanced to improve effectiveness and reduce damage, but still rely on heat and chemicals.
research The Association Between Low-Grade Systemic Inflammation and Skin Diseases: A Cross-Sectional Survey in the Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966
Adults with certain skin conditions may have higher levels of inflammation in their body.
research Lichen Planus and Other Cutaneous Manifestations in Chronic Hepatitis C: Pre- and Post-Interferon-Based Treatment Prevalence in a Cohort from a Low Hepatitis C Virus Endemic Area
Skin problems like itching, dry skin, and hair loss are more common in hepatitis C patients after interferon treatment, but lichen planus is not linked to the infection.
research Baricitinib Safety for Events of Special Interest in Populations at Risk: Analysis from Randomised Trial Data Across Rheumatologic and Dermatologic Indications
Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Smoothened Receptor Inhibitor Vismodegib for the Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Retrospective Analysis of Efficacy and Side Effects
Vismodegib is effective for basal cell carcinoma but has severe side effects.
research Secondary Syphilis in HIV-Infected Men Who Have Sex with Men: A Case Report
HIV-infected men who have sex with men are at higher risk for aggressive syphilis, but treatment and tests are effective.
research Putative Role for Insulin Resistance in Depression Risk in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance is significantly linked to a higher risk of depression in women with PCOS.
research Plica Neuropathica as a Presenting Rare Dermatologic Symptom of Schizophrenia
Plica neuropathica can be a sign of schizophrenia and improves with antipsychotic treatment.
research A 15-Year-Old Girl with Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type 1 and Non-Ossifying Fibroma in Femur: A Case Report
A girl with a rare genetic disorder had a unique bone condition, highlighting the need for careful diagnosis and suggesting the disorder might be more common than thought.
research Dermoscopy: Distinguishing Malignant Tumors From Benign
Dermoscopy greatly improves melanoma diagnosis and reduces unneeded surgeries.
research Relationship Between Diet, Atopy, Family History, and Premature Hair Graying
Eating vegetarian, having allergies, and family history might be linked to getting gray hair early.
research Off-Label Use of Topical Minoxidil in Alopecia: A Review
Minoxidil helps treat eyebrow thinning, monilethrix, early hair loss, and shortens chemo-related hair loss.
research Evaluation of Serum Homocysteine Levels in Patients with Cutaneous-Oral Lichen Planus and Psoriasis
Patients with psoriasis and cutaneous-oral lichen planus have higher blood homocysteine levels than healthy people.
research Novel Therapeutic Approaches in Utilizing Platelet Lysate in Regenerative Medicine: Are We Ready for Clinical Use?
Platelet lysate is a promising, cost-effective option for regenerative medicine with potential clinical applications.
research British Association of Dermatologists Guidelines on the Efficacy and Use of Acitretin in Dermatology
Acitretin is effective for severe skin conditions but has significant side effects and requires careful monitoring.
research Validation of an Egyptian Arabic Version of Skindex-16 and Quality of Life Measurement in Egyptian Patients with Skin Disease
The Egyptian Arabic Skindex-16 is a reliable way to measure how skin diseases affect quality of life in Egyptian patients.
research Teledermatology Consultation Using a Smartphone Multimedia Messaging Service for Common Skin Diseases in the Korean Army: A Clinical Evaluation of Its Diagnostic Accuracy
Smartphone-based teledermatology is effective for diagnosing skin diseases in the military with good accuracy.