research The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
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research Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
research Safety of Biological Therapies for Severe Asthma: An Analysis of Suspected Adverse Reactions Reported in the WHO Pharmacovigilance Database
Biologics for severe asthma have known side effects, but some new risks need more study.
research Defining the Short-Term and Long-Term Skin Manifestations of COVID-19: Insights After More Than Three Years of the Pandemic
COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, but long-term skin problems are rare.
research New-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus During Pregnancy: A Challenge in Diagnosis
Diagnosing new systemic lupus during pregnancy is hard but important for the health of the mother and baby.
research Sexual Dysfunction, Including Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
research Androgen Replacement Therapy in Women
Androgen replacement therapy can improve libido and mood in women with severe androgen deficiency, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
research Alopecia in Three Women of Southeast Asian Descent with Chronic Renal Failure: Possible Association with Erythropoietin Use
Hair loss in three Southeast Asian women with kidney failure may be linked to their anemia treatment with erythropoietin.
research Index of Suspicion: Hair Loss and Parasitic Infections
The document says that hookworms are treated with mebendazole and stress-related hair loss usually gets better in 6 months, while other hair loss types have specific treatments.
research Abemaciclib-Associated Skin, Hair, and Nail Toxicities: A Case Report
Abemaciclib can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, leading some patients to stop using it.
research Enhancing Diagnostic Yield of Monogenic Diabetes Through Phenotypic and Molecular Reanalysis of 128 Individuals With Young Onset Hyperglycemia: Highlighting the Significance of Accurate Case Characterization
Combining genetic and physical trait analysis improves diagnosis accuracy for monogenic diabetes.
research The Necessity of Investigations to Clarify Sex and Racial Disparities in Pathophysiology of Long COVID
More research is needed to understand sex and racial differences in long COVID.
research Integrated Safety Analysis of Ritlecitinib, an Oral JAK3/TEC Family Kinase Inhibitor, for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata from the ALLEGRO Clinical Trial Program
Ritlecitinib is safe and well-tolerated for treating alopecia areata in patients aged 12 and older.
research Long-Term Effects of Chemotherapy in Children With Cancer
Chemotherapy in children often causes hair loss, nausea, vomiting, and mood swings.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Diabetes Mellitus: Single or Two Entities?
SLE and DM can coexist but are rare and need careful evaluation.
research Burden of Post-COVID-19 Hair Loss Among Older Adults in Vietnam
Older adults in Vietnam often experience hair loss after COVID-19, especially women, singles, and those hospitalized.
research A Cross-Sectional Study on Post-Coronavirus Disease Hair Loss at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Many patients experienced hair loss after COVID-19, with women affected more, starting on average 49 days post-infection.
research Evaluating the Role of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone and Ferritin Levels with Hair Loss Among Patients with COVID-19: Case-Control Study
Thyroid function may influence hair loss after COVID-19.
research Studying the Disease Activity and the Degree of Internal Organ Damage in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients in the Kazakh Population
Higher disease activity in systemic lupus erythematosus is strongly linked to more internal organ damage.
research Effect of Kanchanar Twak Kwath With Shunthi Churna and Nimb Tail Nasya in Hypothyroidism: A Case Study
Ayurvedic treatment improved symptoms and reduced TSH levels in a hypothyroidism patient.
research Alopecia Areata and Homeopathy
The document says homoeopathic treatments are good for hair regrowth in alopecia areata but doesn't give proof.
research Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1: Enhancing Patient Management Through Genetic and Multisystem Studies
There is no cure for myotonic dystrophy type 1, so treatment focuses on managing symptoms and complications.
research An Unusual Case of Trichotillomania and Trichophagia Associated with Authentic Hair Extension in a Young African-American Female Adult
A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
research Biotin - Facts and Hopes
Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in India: A Clinico-Serological Correlation
Early identification of lupus through skin signs and blood tests is crucial in India.
research Hypothyroidism with Multiple Associations: Case Report
The patient with autoimmune hypothyroidism improved after treatment for thyroid and associated conditions.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Medical Treatment of Alopecia
The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.
research General Dermatology: Comprehensive Overview of Dermatological Conditions
The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.