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March 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Personalized medicine is important for treating skin disorders, with new treatments and connections to hormones and genetics being explored.
October 2024 in “World Journal of Psychiatry” Stress worsens hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
January 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” STK11 gene polymorphism does not predict metformin response in PCOS.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The 1565 nm non-ablative fractional laser is more effective and satisfying than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss.
January 2023 in “IGI Global eBooks” Cannabis may help with skin and hair health but could also increase heart and stroke risks.
26 citations,
August 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil helps treat pattern hair loss in both men and women.
40 citations,
December 2019 in “Neurobiology of Stress” Neuroactive steroids show promise for treating mental and neurological disorders by targeting GABA_A receptors.
42 citations,
January 2018 in “Expert review of precision medicine and drug development” Drug repositioning is becoming more targeted and efficient with new technologies, offering personalized treatment options and growing interest in the field.
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July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Old psychiatric drugs are increasingly being used for new purposes, and technologies like SmartCube® help create new drugs.
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November 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Entrepreneurial companies are key to advancing dermatology treatments and patient care.
11 citations,
May 2003 in “Obstetrics and gynecology (New York. 1953. Online)/Obstetrics and gynecology” Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
August 2012 in “Pharmaceutical Medicine” The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
44 citations,
April 2015 in “PubMed” Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting side effects like impotence and low libido, but trials lack proper safety reporting.
41 citations,
September 2007 in “Pediatric emergency care” Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.
144 citations,
September 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
2 citations,
May 2020 in “JAAD case reports” Ruxolitinib can cause a delayed skin reaction on the nose.
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August 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” JAK inhibitors offer new hope for treating severe alopecia areata.
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November 2021 in “Cells” Hedgehog pathway inhibitors can treat certain aggressive cancers but face limitations like resistance and side effects.
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February 2009 in “Drug Development Research” 17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.
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July 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A man developed an allergic skin reaction after using brimonidine for rosacea.
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June 2003 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride doesn't affect ovulation in normal women.
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July 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A man developed an allergic skin reaction to a rosacea treatment and improved after stopping the medication and receiving allergy-specific care.
3 citations,
March 2014 in “Annals of Hepatology” A man lost all his hair after stopping hepatitis C treatment and it didn't grow back.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
22 citations,
April 2013 in “Dermatologic surgery” Bimatoprost effectively and safely improves eyebrow appearance.
195 citations,
May 2003 in “Obstetrics and gynecology (New York. 1953. Online)/Obstetrics and gynecology” Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.
50 citations,
December 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser treatment can stimulate hair growth for male pattern hair loss.
254 citations,
September 2014 in “Menopause” The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
53 citations,
March 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
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.