research A 57-Year-Old Male Retired Colonel with Acute Ankle Swelling
The retired colonel's ankle swelling was caused by a reaction to the antibiotic levofloxacin.
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research The Therapeutic Use of Topical Contact Sensitizers in Benign Dermatoses
Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.
research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Eating Disorders
Skin problems are common and important signs of eating disorders and treating the eating disorder can improve these skin conditions.
research Tinea Capitis: An Overview with Emphasis on Management
New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
research Non-Rash Skin Toxicities Associated with Novel Targeted Therapies
Early recognition and management of skin side effects from new cancer therapies can prevent treatment delays.
research Minoxidil Versus Nitroglycerin: A Prospective Double-Blind Controlled Trial in Transcutaneous Erection Facilitation for Organic Impotence
Minoxidil works better than nitroglycerin for treating impotence with fewer side effects.
research An In Vitro Model for the Study of Human Hair Growth
Researchers created a lab model to study human hair growth, showing it can grow and self-regulate outside the body.
research Medical Treatments for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.
research Dermatological Problems in the Football Player
Football players can get many skin conditions from their sport, which need different treatments and can be prevented with good hygiene and protection.
research Modern Hair Restoration Surgery
Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
research Rationale for Using a Combination of Follicular Units and Slit Grafts in Hair Transplanting
Using both follicular units and slit grafts for hair transplants may give better hair density and graft survival.
research Treatment of Androgen Excess in Females: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.
research Tactile Innervation Densities Across the Whole Body
The skin has about 230,000 touch-sensitive nerve fibers, with high concentrations in the hands and face.
research Combination of Low-Dose Isotretinoin and Pulsed Oral Azithromycin in the Management of Moderate to Severe Acne
Low-dose isotretinoin combined with pulsed azithromycin cleared acne in most patients, with mild side effects.
research The Therapeutic Use of Topical Minoxidil
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with better results in women.
research Discovery of New Drug Therapies Based on the Study of Adverse Reactions
Side effects of drugs can lead to the discovery of new treatments.
research Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva: A Segmental Progeroid Syndrome
Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva is a rare genetic disorder that causes extra bone growth and symptoms of premature aging.
research Beneficial Uses of Breadfruit (Artocarpus Altilis)
Breadfruit is nutritious and has potential health and medicinal benefits, but is currently underused.
research Effectiveness of Luliconazole vs Ketoconazole Topical Formulation in Reversing Damaged Hair Cuticle
Luliconazole is more effective than ketoconazole at repairing damaged hair cuticles.
research Exogenous Calreticulin Improves Diabetic Wound Healing
Applying calreticulin can speed up wound healing in diabetics.
research Phenotypic Heterogeneity in Human Genetic Diseases: Ultrasensitivity-Mediated Threshold Effects as a Unifying Molecular Mechanism
Different people show different symptoms for genetic diseases because of how sensitive their bodies are to small changes in important factors.
research Adverse Effects of Opioid Analgesic Drugs
Opioid painkillers can cause many side effects, including breathing problems and addiction, but are generally considered safe when used properly.
research ELife Assessment: Touch Receptor End-Organ Innervation and Function Require Sensory Neuron Expression of the Transcription Factor Meis2
Meis2 is essential for touch sensation and proper nerve connection to touch receptors in certain skin areas of mice.
research Acquired Smooth Muscle Hamartoma With Sebaceous Component
The patient has a rare skin condition that shows features of two known disorders.
research Current Genetics in Hair Diseases
Genetic mutations cause various hair diseases, and whole genome sequencing may reveal more about these conditions.
research Clinical Management of Patients with ASXL1 Mutations and Bohring-Opitz Syndrome, Emphasizing the Need for Wilms Tumor Surveillance
Patients with Bohring-Opitz syndrome and ASXL1 mutations need regular kidney ultrasounds to check for tumors.
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 Replicative Stress, Stem Cells, and Aging
Maintaining DNA health in stem cells is key to preventing aging and tissue breakdown.