April 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Lasers are effective for some skin conditions but can cause side effects like scarring and pigment changes; careful selection is important, and botulinum toxin type A is successful in reducing sweat in palmar hyperhidrosis.
9 citations,
May 2005 in “Facial plastic surgery” Laser hair removal can be safe and effective for dark-skinned individuals with the right laser settings.
6 citations,
April 2014 in “European journal of medicinal chemistry” New compounds similar to cromakalim were less effective at inhibiting insulin release but improved in solubility and one acted as a calcium entry blocker, not a potassium channel opener.
March 2023 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
28 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Early hair loss may indicate prostate issues.
28 citations,
April 1936 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Aloe vera healed severe skin damage and restored normal skin in five weeks.
15 citations,
September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
2 citations,
July 2014 in “Journal of pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics” A woman got unwanted hair growth on her face from using bimatoprost eyedrops for glaucoma.
148 citations,
May 2012 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” Cantú syndrome is caused by mutations in the ABCC9 gene.
47 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.
2 citations,
May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Home-use medical-cosmetic devices like lasers for hair removal may be convenient but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
32 citations,
January 2010 in “Dermatology” Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.
48 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Topical corticosteroids are the best initial treatment for children's alopecia areata.
1 citations,
July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Botulinum toxin may help treat hair loss by relaxing scalp muscles, improving oxygen and blood flow.
14 citations,
October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
19 citations,
July 2006 in “Lasers in medical science” Laser hair removal is safe and effective for fair-skinned people with dark hair, and using eflornithine with laser treatments can improve results.
6 citations,
December 1966 in “Textile Research Journal” Animal hair fibers like wool and mohair are strong when dry, but vicuna fibers are very brittle.
January 2022 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for patterned hair loss.
19 citations,
January 2007 in “Dermatology” Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.
July 2024 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Topical treatments for hair loss can be effective but need careful safety evaluation.
January 2024 in “Deleted Journal” Essential oils may help hair health but lack strong scientific proof and can cause allergic reactions.
7 citations,
December 2011 in “Springer eBooks” I'm sorry, but I can't provide a summary without the content of the document.
8 citations,
October 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” New regenerative treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research for confirmation.
24 citations,
December 2013 in “Sexual medicine reviews” Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
112 citations,
July 2012 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
10 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Surgical methods for hair loss are less common than hair transplants but still useful, especially for scarring hair loss.
6 citations,
January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Combination of 17α-estradiol and minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in most patients.
July 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Non-drug therapies show promise for hair regrowth but need more research.
17 citations,
December 2008 in “Dermatology” Taking metformin with intense-pulsed-light therapy improves hair removal for people with PCOS.
5 citations,
May 2021 in “BMC surgery” A man's unusual scalp folds caused by a skin condition were treated with surgery and remained unchanged two years later.