research Painful, Unexplained Peripheral Neuropathy? Think Thallium Toxicity
If someone has unexplained nerve pain and hair loss, doctors should check for thallium poisoning.
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research Cost-Effectiveness of Palliative Chemotherapy in Advanced Gastrointestinal Cancer
Palliative chemotherapy is cost-effective for advanced gastric and colorectal cancer but not clearly for pancreatic-biliary cancer.
research Common Skin Infections in Children
The document concludes that molluscum contagiosum is a common, benign skin infection in children, often healing without scarring.
research Prevalence and Treatment of Alopecia Areata in Taif Area, KSA
Alopecia areata in Taif is common, mainly immune-related, and best treated with topical corticosteroids and vitamins.
research Efficacy Assessment for Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Real-World Study on 1383 Patients
Low-level laser therapy is about 80% effective in treating hair loss, with best results in males, those who use it for over a year, and those with scalp conditions like dandruff and rash.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Evaluation of Thailand's Regional Hospital Efficiency
Thai regional hospitals need more resources for better efficiency, and investment in quality could help Thailand become a medical tourism hub.
research Book Reviews
The document recommends three dermatology books for their valuable content on evidence-based medicine, comprehensive treatment descriptions, and updated information on hair and scalp disorders.
research Evaluation of the Predictive Capacity of DNA Variants Associated with Straight Hair in Europeans
Certain DNA variants can predict straight hair in Europeans but are not highly specific.
research Autologous Cell-Based Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss Using Dermal Sheath Cup Cells: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Double-Blinded Dose-Finding Clinical Study
DSC cell injections significantly improved hair density and diameter, showing potential as a hair loss treatment.
research Stress, Hair Growth Control, and the Neuro-Endocrine-Immune Connection
Stress may affect hair growth by influencing hair follicle development and could contribute to hair loss.
research Relation Between Treatment Efficacy and Cumulative Dose of 3% Topical Minoxidil in Male Pattern Baldness
Using more minoxidil solution can lead to better hair growth, but people often use only half the recommended amount. Education and motivation can improve results.
research A Man with Changes on Nose
The document discusses a condition causing hair loss after surgery and a type of rosacea affecting the nose, with treatments including surgery and laser therapy.
research Abstracts from the 4th Annual Student Medical Summit
The document concludes that more research is needed to reduce frequent hospital visits, addiction medicine education improves with specific training, early breast cancer surgery findings are emerging, nipple smears are not very accurate, surgery for older melanoma patients doesn't extend life, a genetic condition in infants can often be treated with one drug, doctors are inconsistent with blood clot medication, a certain gene may protect against cell damage, muscle gene overexpression affects many other genes, and some mitochondrial genes are less active in mice with tumors.
research Developing a Device for Collecting Hair Follicles for Non-Incision Hair Transplantation
Researchers developed a new device that improves non-incision hair transplant efficiency.
research Development of a Non-Parametric Population Pharmacokinetics Model and Bayesian Estimator for Tacrolimus in Tunisian Renal Transplant Patients
The model and estimator can predict drug exposure in kidney transplant patients well.
research Photobiomodulation Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Clinician’s Guide to Home-Use Devices Cleared by the FDA
FDA-cleared devices may help treat hair loss, but more research needed; consult dermatologist before use.
research Medical and Professional Ethics: Spotlight on Honesty with Patients
Hair transplant surgeons should always be honest with patients about potential risks, realistic outcomes, and costs.
research Staphylococcus Lugdunensis and Trichophyton Tonsurans Infection in Synthetic Hair Implants
A man got a scalp infection from synthetic hair implants because the procedure wasn't done by a doctor and was poorly managed.
research Profiling UK Injectable Aesthetic Practitioners: A National Cohort Analysis
The study shows the UK's injectable aesthetic industry is diverse and under-regulated, posing risks to patients.
research Follicular Unit Extraction Megasession Treatment of High-Grade Androgenetic Alopecia in Asians: Introducing Novel Principles for Surgical Design
The new follicular unit extraction treatment effectively treats severe hair loss in Asian men, giving natural-looking results with few side effects.
research Estimating Scalp Moisture In A Hat Using Wearable Sensors
A hat with sensors can measure scalp moisture well, helping with hair care.
research How Many Sessions Are Required for Scalp Micropigmentation
Scalp micropigmentation usually needs two to three sessions, but factors like genetics, coverage area, and health conditions can require more.
research A 17-Year-Old Mother Seeking Contraception
The document suggests a young mother use effective contraception like the Copper-T IUD while considering her health and the need for STD prevention.
research Avoiding Pitfalls in Planning a Hair Transplant
Proper planning for hair transplants is crucial for natural results, with careful patient selection and strategic graft placement being key factors.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: An Equation with Many Unknowns
PRP therapy can be effective for early-stage common hair loss, with most patients seeing improvement, but there are inconsistencies in treatment methods.
research Fortnightly Review: Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery is more popular and cost-effective, but outcomes depend on the surgeon's skill and all procedures have potential complications.
research Errata
The document corrected previous errors and announced future dermatology events.
research Incidence of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (Female Pattern Alopecia)
Hair loss in women is common, starts in late 20s, and affects 30% of women over 50.
research Laser Treatment for Female Facial Hirsutism: Are Quality-of-Life Benefits Sustainable?
Laser hair removal improves quality of life but emotional benefits decrease over time, suggesting more treatments are needed for lasting effects.