research Management of the Psychological Comorbidities of Dermatological Conditions: Practitioners' Guidelines
Dermatologists should screen for and manage psychological issues in patients with skin conditions to improve their quality of life.
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research Provision of Patient-Centered Transgender Care
The document concludes that health care providers should offer culturally competent care and more research is needed to improve health outcomes for transgender individuals.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
FPHL causes hair loss in women due to genetics and hormones; minoxidil and anti-androgens are treatments, and early intervention is advised.
research Economic Analysis of Finasteride: A Model-Based Approach Using Data from the Proscar Long-Term Efficacy and Safety Study
Finasteride is a cost-effective option for treating BPH, reducing risk of urinary issues and surgery.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease or Syndrome) in Dogs: Treatment Approaches and Prognosis
Treatment can improve survival and symptoms in dogs with Cushing's disease, but outcomes are unpredictable.
research The Use of Hormonal Antiandrogen Therapy in Female Patients with Acne: A 10-Year Retrospective Study
Hormonal antiandrogen therapy for acne is underused and can reduce the need for antibiotics.
research Dehydroepiandrosterone for Women in the Peri- or Postmenopausal Phase
DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
research Minoxidil in Breast Milk
Minoxidil in breast milk may harm nursing infants.
research Review of Oral Minoxidil as Treatment of Hair Disorders: In Search of the Perfect Dose
Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
research Prevention and Treatment of Adverse Effects Related to Chemotherapy for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
Nurses are crucial in managing chemotherapy side effects for ovarian cancer patients to improve their quality of life.
research Cognitive and Mood Side Effects of Lower Urinary Tract Medication
Some medications for bladder problems can cause memory issues or mood changes, and doctors should monitor these side effects.
research Antiandrogen Therapy for Skin and Hair Disease
Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.
research Recent Advances in the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activity of New Steroidal Antiandrogens and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil as Treatment for Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats non-scarring hair loss with some side effects like hypertrichosis and postural hypotension.
research Efficacy and Safety of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Monotherapy in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Meta-Analysis
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.
research Oriental Herbal Medicine and Moxibustion for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Oriental herbal medicine with moxibustion may improve pregnancy rates and other symptoms in PCOS, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Safety of Treatment Options for Spondyloarthritis: A Narrative Review
Most treatments for spondyloarthritis are safe, but monitoring and careful selection based on patient risks are important.
research Safety and Tolerability of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride is safe and effective for treating hair loss, but may decrease libido.
research Hair Loss and Hyperprolactinemia in Women
Moderately high prolactin levels do not cause hair loss in women.
research Topical Absorption and Systemic Toxicity
Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.
research A Rational Approach to the Treatment of Vitiligo and Other Hypomelanoses
Tailor treatments for vitiligo to patient needs for best results.
research The Modern Management of Hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research Treatment of Androgenic Disorders in Women: Acne, Hirsutism, and Alopecia
Androgen excess disorders in women were effectively treated with spironolactone, estrogen, and dexamethasone.
research Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia With Cimetidine
A drug called cimetidine can help treat hair loss in women by blocking androgen receptors. However, it's not the first choice and needs more research.
research The Beverly Hills Diet
The Beverly Hills Diet is unscientific, potentially harmful, and could cause serious health issues.
research Alterations of Gut Microbiota Composition in Post-Finasteride Patients: A Pilot Study
Post-finasteride patients show changes in gut bacteria, possibly causing various symptoms.
research Pathological Findings in a Case of Stiff Person Syndrome with Anti-GAD Antibodies
Finasteride significantly reduced tics and obsessive-compulsive symptoms in patients with Tourette syndrome.
research Sensitization to Saw Palmetto and Minoxidil in Separate Topical Extemporaneous Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia
Saw palmetto causes allergic reaction, minoxidil causes skin irritation; use cautiously for hair loss.