November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.
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.
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” PCOS affects many aspects of health, not just fertility, and needs comprehensive treatment.
2 citations,
August 2021 in “Canadian Family Physician” COVID-19 can cause rashes and worsen existing skin conditions, and behaviors like frequent hand-washing can lead to hand dermatitis.
117 citations,
April 2008 in “Developmental biology” Ectodysplasin inhibits Wnt signaling to help form hair follicles.
3 citations,
December 2016 in “Universal journal of pharmaceutical research” Finasteride, a drug used for anti-hyperplasia, can be effectively delivered in the form of matrix tablets.
16 citations,
January 2010 in “Journal of Korean medical science/Journal of Korean Medical Science” A Korean boy's skin and digestive symptoms were caused by a rare genetic disorder that affects zinc absorption, and he got better with zinc supplements.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal” A woman with a scalp infection and herpes recovered fully after treatment.
2 citations,
July 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” JAK inhibitors are more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than dupilumab and apremilast.
2 citations,
September 2018 in “JAAD case reports” A rare type of skin cancer with mucosal involvement was partially treated but eventually relapsed.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Acne treatment with isotretinoin increases the presence of p53, a protein, in skin and oil glands, which may help reduce acne severity.
A woman and her guinea pig were successfully treated for a fungal infection.
October 2023 in “The Cochrane library” The medicine baricitinib was found to notably improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but more research is needed on its side effects and other treatments.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Taking nicotinic acid supplements might help with acne by affecting the skin's oil glands, but high doses are needed.
September 2022 in “International journal of infectious diseases” A woman with a rare scalp infection was cured after one month of medication.
November 2022 in “The Journal of Urology” Adopting the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company pricing model could save Medicare about $1.29 billion on urological drugs.
514 citations,
February 2011 in “International journal of women's health” Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.
180 citations,
October 2019 in “British journal of haematology” Early detection and treatment of iron deficiency in pregnancy are crucial for maternal and infant health.
52 citations,
November 2013 in “Journal of Pain and Symptom Management” Cryotherapy helps reduce chemotherapy side effects but needs more research for best use.
13 citations,
February 2022 in “JAMA Dermatology” Dutasteride is the most effective hair loss treatment after 24 weeks, but finasteride leads to the most hair growth after 48 weeks.
10 citations,
December 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Combined prednisone and cyclosporine therapy led to excellent hair regrowth and improved well-being.
8 citations,
January 2019 in “Nanomedicine” Egyptian researchers are advancing in pharmaceutical nanotechnology, potentially improving health outcomes and the economy.
8 citations,
May 1989 in “Annals of Saudi Medicine” Tinea capitis is common in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia and can be effectively treated.
7 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of Hematology & Oncology” Using protein degradation to fight cancer drug resistance shows promise but needs more precise targeting and fewer side effects.
7 citations,
January 2021 in “Cureus” A woman had an allergic skin reaction to a hair loss treatment containing minoxidil and should not use it.
5 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Long COVID-19 patients with skin pain might have a nerve condition that responds to a medication called gabapentin.
5 citations,
January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Nephrology” A woman with lupus had muscle weakness due to kidney issues and was successfully treated with medication.
4 citations,
February 2022 in “Nutrients” Korean Red Ginseng saponins may protect skin from inflammation and darkening caused by air pollution.
2 citations,
January 2021 in “Cureus” Long-term anabolic steroid use can lead to heart and metabolic health issues.
2 citations,
January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine” Shock can be an early sign of Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type II.