research Cult of the Body Beautiful: At What Cost?
Societal pressure for the perfect body leads to health risks and disorders.
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research New Lifestyle Drugs and Somatoform Disorders in Dermatology
The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
research Lifestyle Drugs in Old Age: A Mini-Review
Older adults use lifestyle drugs to improve life quality and appearance, but caution is needed due to side effects and potential abuse.
research Adverse Health Effects of Androgen Use
Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.
research Steroids And Steroid-Like Compounds
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research The Androgen Receptor and Its Use in Biological Assays: Looking Toward Effect-Based Testing and Its Applications
Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
research Novel Uses for the Anabolic Androgenic Steroids Nandrolone and Oxandrolone in the Management of Male Health
Nandrolone and oxandrolone could help treat male health issues like muscle loss and low testosterone.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Use in Athletes
Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss in athletes.
research Gender Differences in Skin Aging and the Changing Profile of the Sex Hormones with Age
The document concludes that there are still unknowns about the effectiveness, risks, and detection of performance-enhancing drugs, and doping remains a challenge.
research Indirect Clinical Markers for the Detection of Anabolic Steroid Abuse Beyond Conventional Doping Control in Athletes
New signs like changes in blood markers, physical symptoms, and behavioral shifts may help detect hidden steroid use in athletes.
research Caffeine and Its Pharmacological Benefits in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Caffeine improves hair growth, thickness, and reduces shedding.
research Social Interest Data as a Proxy for Off-Label Performance-Enhancing Drug Use: Implications and Clinical Considerations
Clinicians should use social and prescription data to track trends in performance-enhancing drug use.
research Platelet-Derived Bio-Products: Classification Update, Applications, Concerns, and New Perspectives
Platelet-derived bio-products help in wound healing and tissue regeneration but lack standardized methods, and their use in medicine is growing.
research Androstenedione: Risks and Lack of Efficacy in Athletes
Androstenedione, a hormone supplement, doesn't improve muscle or performance and can cause harmful side effects.
research Hormones
Hormones are crucial for regulating body functions and imbalances can lead to health issues.
research Hair Loss and Hyperprolactinemia in Women
Moderately high prolactin levels do not cause hair loss in women.
research Dermatological Aspects of Synthetic Cannabinoid Addiction
Synthetic cannabinoid addiction can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss.
research Clinical Management in Psychodermatology
The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
research The Novel Mechanisms and Applications of Exosomes in Dermatology and Cutaneous Medical Aesthetics
Exosomes can improve skin health and offer new treatments for skin repair and rejuvenation.
research Trichoscan: Results Using a 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil solution increases hair growth; Shampoo B best for dandruff; infliximab helps pemphigus vulgaris.
research Mesotherapy: What Is New?
Mesotherapy shows promise for cellulite and facial rejuvenation but has mixed results for body sculpting and hair loss, with more research needed for safety and effectiveness.
research Gonads
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
research Results of Clinical Examinations, Laboratory Tests, and Ultrasonography in Dogs with Pituitary-Dependent Hyperadrenocorticism Treated with Trilostane
Trilostane effectively and safely treats dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, improving symptoms and adrenal gland size.
research Mesococktails and Mesoproducts in Aesthetic Dermatology
The document concludes that mesotherapy can be effective for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research Mesotherapy: Myth and Reality
Mesotherapy lacks strong evidence for effectiveness and safety, and its ingredients are not FDA-approved for subcutaneous use.
research Microneedles as the Technique of Drug Delivery Enhancement in Diverse Organs and Tissues
Microneedles improve drug delivery in various body parts, are safe and painless, and show promise in cosmetology, vaccination, insulin delivery, and other medical applications.
research Recent Studies on the Delivery of Hydrophilic Drugs in Nanoparticulate Systems
Nanoparticulate systems improve drug delivery by controlling release, protecting drugs, changing absorption and distribution, and concentrating drugs in targeted areas.
research Stem Cells and the Skin
Stem cells can rejuvenate skin, restore hair, and aid in wound healing.
research Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Spectroscopy for Investigating Murine Telogen Skin After Spontaneous or Depilation-Induced Hair Growth
EPR spectroscopy showed that spontaneous hair growth results in thicker skin and less pigmented hair than depilation-induced growth.
research Nanostructured Lipid Carrier for Topical Application of N-Acetyl Glucosamine
The new cream with N-acetyl glucosamine didn't change skin color after 8 weeks.