research Hair Pull Test: Evidence-Based Update and Revision of Guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
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60-90 / 1000+ results research A Review of the Evidence for and Against a Role for Mast Cells in Cutaneous Scarring and Fibrosis
Mast cells likely promote skin scarring and fibrosis, but their exact role is still unclear.
research Acne Vulgaris: New Evidence in Pathogenesis and Future Modalities of Treatment
New ways to treat acne are being discovered.
research Meta-Analysis on Evidence of Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP treatment helps hair growth and density with 70.7% success, but more research needed.
research Further Clinical Evidence for the Effect of IGF-1 on Hair Growth and Alopecia
IGF-1 may affect hair growth and loss, but more research is needed to confirm effective and safe treatments.
research White Piedra: Further Evidence of a Synergistic Infection
White piedra is often a co-infection with a specific bacterial infection.
research Characterization of Mouse Profilaggrin: Evidence for Nuclear Engulfment and Translocation of the Profilaggrin B-Domain During Epidermal Differentiation
Mouse profilaggrin helps in skin cell differentiation and may be involved in calcium signaling.
research Laser-Assisted Hair Removal for Facial Hirsutism in Women: A Review of Evidence
Laser hair removal is effective and safe for reducing facial hair in women with PCOS and improves their psychological well-being.
research Vitiligo: An Evidence-Based Update. Report of the 13th Evidence-Based Update Meeting, 23 May 2013, Loughborough, UK
The meeting concluded with optimism about increasing research and better management of vitiligo.
research Beyond Testosterone Cypionate: Evidence Behind the Use of Nandrolone in Male Health and Wellness
Nandrolone might increase muscle mass with fewer side effects than testosterone but could cause erectile dysfunction and needs more research.
research Pediatric Bipolar Disorder: Evidence-Based Psychopharmacological Treatments
Combining mood stabilizers with antipsychotics is more effective for treating children with bipolar disorder than using mood stabilizers alone.
research Raspberry Ketone: An Evidence-Based Systematic Review by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration
Raspberry ketone lacks sufficient human research to support health benefit claims and requires more rigorous studies to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research Recommendations From The 2023 International Evidence-Based Guideline For The Assessment And Management Of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Lacks Evidence of Clinically Significant Improvement in Androgenetic Alopecia
No strong proof that platelet-rich plasma effectively treats hair loss.
research Extraordinary Claims Without Extraordinary Evidence: Controversy on Anti-Androgen Therapy for COVID-19
The letter is skeptical about the effectiveness of anti-androgen therapy for COVID-19 and calls for strong evidence from clinical trials.
research Is There Scientific Evidence That Panax Promotes Hair Growth?
Panax ginseng might help with hair growth and has fewer side effects than synthetic treatments.
research An Indian Evidence-Based Study of Prevalence, Phenotypic Features, and Lifestyle Modifications of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients
The study found that PCOS affects about 6.5-6.8% of women in both urban and rural areas of Telangana, India, and highlighted the importance of lifestyle changes for management.
research Case Reports and Anecdotal Evidence in Medicine
Case reports are crucial for identifying new medical conditions and improving knowledge retention.
research Current Best Evidence in Pigmentary Dermatology
Several treatments are effective for pigmentary disorders like vitiligo and melasma.
research Urinary Androgens Provide Additional Evidence Related to Metabolism and Are Correlated With Serum Androgens in Girls
The research found that measuring androgens in urine can give extra information about body metabolism and is linked to androgen levels in the blood, especially in young girls.
research Observational Real-World Evidence on the Efficacy and Safety of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Active Ulcerative Colitis
Janus Kinase inhibitors are effective and have an acceptable safety profile for treating moderate to severe Ulcerative Colitis.
research A Summary of Pre-Clinical and Clinical Evidence for Cannabinoid Hair Follicle Effects
Certain cannabinoids may help increase hair growth and could be useful for treating hair loss.
research Add-On Effect of Plum-Blossom Needling in Alopecia Areata: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis
Plum-blossom needling with conventional treatments improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Linear Morphea with Evidence of Hair Regrowth
Topical treatments led to hair regrowth in a man with linear morphea.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Evidence and Practical Recommendations
The document concludes that more research is needed to include new treatments in guidelines for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
research Systematic Review of the Evidence for Medical Skin Needling in Aesthetic Practice
Skin needling is a safe, effective, and affordable treatment for various skin issues and enhances other aesthetic procedures.
research Improved Forensic Hair Evidence for Drugs of Abuse by Mass Spectrometry
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
research Adams–Oliver Syndrome: New Evidence in Variable Expressivity
The clinical signs of Adams-Oliver syndrome can vary greatly, even among family members.
research Editorial for Issue 3 of 2012, Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine
The issue discussed China's research contributions, systematic review improvements, and featured various medical studies and trials.
research Relaxers Damage Hair: Evidence from Amino Acid Analysis
Hair relaxers are linked to reduced cystine levels and potential hair damage.