34 citations,
January 1987 in “Dermatology” Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats extensive alopecia areata but doesn't change its course.
41 citations,
September 2018 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
11 citations,
December 2018 in “Assay and Drug Development Technologies” Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
7 citations,
April 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
4 citations,
May 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Most Spanish Caucasian women have a widow's peak, and their hormone levels suggest they process certain hormones faster.
January 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research” Both treatments for alopecia areata showed similar modest effectiveness.
March 2004 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
22 citations,
August 2015 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” The study aims to find the best treatment for central serous chorioretinopathy by comparing various options.
192 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.
128 citations,
February 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata significantly lowers the quality of life, especially in emotional and mental health aspects.
128 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of Clinical Epidemiology” The conclusion is that the risk of losing significance in meta-analysis results increases with smaller effects and more missing data, and using the median standard deviation for imputation is recommended.
58 citations,
March 2013 in “Human Reproduction Update” Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
37 citations,
August 2022 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Oral JAK inhibitors are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata but may need ongoing use to keep results.
37 citations,
January 2016 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Scalp melanomas are more dangerous and often missed, needing earlier detection.
25 citations,
January 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” Many skin patients also have mental health issues, and doctors should treat both together.
24 citations,
June 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Use specific tools to measure quality of life in alopecia areata patients and improve future treatments.
22 citations,
November 2014 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
22 citations,
May 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Recognizing and managing skin-related psychiatric disorders in children is crucial for effective treatment.
20 citations,
August 2016 in “International Journal of Cancer” Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of certain skin cancers, especially on the scalp.
19 citations,
October 2018 in “Medicine” Oriental herbal medicine with moxibustion may improve pregnancy rates and other symptoms in PCOS, but more high-quality research is needed.
12 citations,
July 2019 in “Acta Neurologica Belgica” Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.
10 citations,
June 2021 in “Primates” Wild geladas in crop areas show less grooming and aggression.
10 citations,
October 2010 in “Hepatology” Certain liver diseases respond well to specific treatments and have varying risks for liver cancer.
9 citations,
February 2012 in “Social Semiotics” The document concludes that modern photo stories help represent and challenge how breast cancer affects women's identities and societal norms.
7 citations,
September 2018 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Deoxycholic acid effectively reduces double chin fat with temporary side effects and high patient satisfaction.
1 citations,
November 2015 in “Cochrane library” 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
April 2024 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Brepocitinib 30mg is most effective for moderate-to-severe alopecia areata, but ritlecitinib 50mg may offer a better balance of safety and effectiveness.
December 2023 in “Migration letters” Herbal treatments can help manage PCOS symptoms.
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January 2020 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” PRP works faster and is a safe alternative to steroids for treating alopecia areata.