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research The Clinical Center’s Blood Glucose Management Service
The Blood Glucose Management Service improved patient safety and outcomes in managing blood sugar in hospitalized patients.
research Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly
Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
research Health Issues Unique to the Aging Man
Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
research Virilization in a Postmenopausal Woman: Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor
A postmenopausal woman's virilization was caused by a rare ovarian tumor that was hard to detect but was successfully treated with surgery.
research End of Life Care in Inpatient Psychiatry: A Case Study on End-Stage Alzheimer's Disease
The case shows the need for psychiatrists to manage end-of-life care for dementia patients, including respecting patients' wishes and using hospice services.
research Clinical and Dermoscopic Evaluation of the Efficacy of Melasma Treatment With Oral Tranexamic Acid
Oral tranexamic acid is a safe and effective treatment for melasma.
research Variability of Retail Pricing of Generic Urologic Medications in a Major US Metropolitan Area
Independent pharmacies generally offer lower prices for certain generic urologic medications than chain pharmacies.
research Sex Hormones and Sarcopenia in Older Persons
Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.
research Efficacy and Safety of Docetaxel in the Elderly
Docetaxel is safe and works well for older people with cancer, with manageable side effects.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition with Dutasteride and Finasteride on Semen Parameters and Serum Hormones in Healthy Men
Dutasteride and finasteride may reduce sperm count and volume but don't affect movement or shape; effects are reversible after stopping.
research Testosterone, Dihydrotestosterone, and Incident Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality in the Cardiovascular Health Study
DHT may increase the risk of heart disease and death in elderly men.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen, and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men
Dutasteride and finasteride do not significantly affect bone density, blood fats, or blood production, but slightly lower PSA levels and minimally impact sexual function in healthy young men.
research Guidelines for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia (2010)
Use minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and finasteride for men.
research Cognitive Effects of Testosterone and Finasteride Administration in Older Hypogonadal Men
Testosterone improves mood and thinking skills; finasteride has no effect.
research Ranitidine And Finasteride Inhibit The Synthesis And Release Of Trimethylamine N-Oxide And Mitigate Its Cardiovascular And Renal Damage Through Modulating Gut Microbiota
Ranitidine and finasteride lower TMAO levels, reducing heart and kidney damage by changing gut bacteria.
research Oral Testosterone With and Without Concomitant Inhibition of 5α-Reductase by Dutasteride in Hypogonadal Men for 28 Days
Taking oral testosterone with or without dutasteride increases testosterone levels and could be an effective treatment for low testosterone.
research Single-Cell Profiling Reveals a Potent Role of Quercetin in Promoting Hair Regeneration
Quercetin significantly helps hair growth by activating hair follicles and improving blood vessel formation around them.
research Increased Hair Polyamine Levels in Patients with Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's patients have higher levels of certain chemicals in their hair.
research Fixed-Drug Eruption Due to Dextromethorphan
A woman had a skin reaction from a cough suppressant, dextromethorphan, which is a new cause of fixed-drug eruption.
research Exposure to 50 Hz Electromagnetic Fields Enhances Hair Follicle Regrowth in C57BL/6 Mice
Exposure to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields may help mice grow hair faster.
research Comparative Evaluation of Sonographic Ovarian Morphology of Indian Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Versus Normal Women
Indian women with PCOS may need different ultrasound criteria for diagnosis than current standards.
research Limb Tourniquet Syndrome: A Cautionary Tale
An elderly man with dementia suffered limb damage from rubber bands around his leg, highlighting the need for careful monitoring to prevent such injuries.
research CRISPR/Cas9-Based Targeted Genome Editing for Correction of Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Using iPS Cells
The research showed that CRISPR/Cas9 can fix mutations causing a skin disease in stem cells, which then improved skin grafts in mice, but more work on safety and efficiency is needed.
research Alopecia Universalis in an Elderly Chinese Man Induced by Sacubitril/Alisartan, a Novel Angiotensin Receptor-Neprilysin Inhibitor
An elderly Chinese man lost all his hair after taking a new heart medication.
research Different Polyamine Levels in the Vertex and Occipital Hair of Pattern Hair Loss Patients
People with pattern hair loss have higher polyamine levels in the top of their head compared to the back.
research Molecular Genetic Dissection of ILVEN Leads to Successful Targeted Therapy
Targeted therapy with Ustekinumab significantly improved a skin condition called ILVEN, which is caused by mutations in the CARD14 gene.
research Specialized Ribosomes in Human Dermal Fibroblast Senescence
Specialized ribosomes affect aging in human skin cells.
research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or with Finasteride Increases Physical Performance, Grip Strength, and Lean Body Mass in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.
research Exogenous Testosterone or Testosterone with Finasteride Increases Bone Mineral Density in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy increases bone density in older men with low testosterone levels.