research Side Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Comprehensive Review
5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.
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research Efficacy of Topical Tofacitinib in Promoting Hair Growth in Non-Scarring Alopecia: Possible Mechanism via VEGF Induction
Topical tofacitinib may grow hair better than minoxidil by increasing VEGF and reducing inflammation.
research Tissue Expansion in Cicatricial Alopecia
Tissue expansion is an effective treatment for certain types of hair loss, providing immediate coverage with hair-bearing skin.
research Proteomic Analysis Identifies Differentially Expressed Proteins Participating in Forming Type III Brush Hair in Yangtze River Delta White Goat
Researchers found four key proteins that affect the development of a specific hair type in Yangtze River Delta white goats.
research Case-Only Trees and Random Forests for Exploring Genotype-Specific Treatment Effects in Randomized Clinical Trials with Dichotomous End Points
Case-only trees and random forests improve predictions of treatment effects in clinical trials.
research Bexxar, Iodine I 131 Tositumomab, Effective in Long-Term Follow-Up of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Bexxar is highly effective as a first treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, with most patients alive and many in remission after eight years.
research Comparison of 15% Topical Minoxidil and Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Clinical Trial
Minoxidil was more effective than laser therapy for hair loss, and the report also highlighted the need for more research on PRP for a different hair loss condition, the impact of social media on alopecia views, and a warning on turmeric causing nail discoloration.
research Efficacy and Safety of Dupilumab in Adolescent Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
Dupilumab is effective and safe for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in adolescents.
research Hormonal Manipulation with Finasteride or Oral Contraception Does Not Influence Incidence of Renal Cell Carcinoma
research Fibroblast Heterogeneity and Functions: Insights from Single-Cell Sequencing in Wound Healing, Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, and Melanoma
Different types of fibroblasts play specific roles in wound healing and cancer, which could help improve treatments.
research Effectiveness and Safety of Standard Chemotherapy in Older Patients With Ovarian Cancer: A Retrospective Analysis by Age Group and Treatment Regimen
Older ovarian cancer patients live longer and tolerate weekly chemotherapy better than three-weekly treatments.
research Cancer Risk in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients: Common Treatments and Future Perspectives
PCOS is linked to a higher risk of endometrial cancer but not ovarian or breast cancer, and more research is needed on its role in cancer development and treatment effects.
research Topical Sandalore, a Specific OR2AT4-Stimulating Odorant, Ameliorates Female Telogen Effluvium: Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Sandalore®, a synthetic scent, improved hair loss and satisfaction in women with telogen effluvium.
research Oral Dysbiosis in Palmoplantar Pustulosis Patients with Arthro-Osteosis
People with palmoplantar pustulosis, especially with bone issues, have different mouth bacteria compared to healthy people.
research A First-In-Human Study of BLZ-100 (Tozuleristide) Demonstrates Tolerability and Fluorescence Contrast in Skin Cancer
BLZ-100 is safe for use in skin cancer surgery and may help identify cancerous tissue.
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research Long-Term Consequences of Finasteride vs Placebo in the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
Finasteride reduces the need for prostate surgery but may increase the risk of depression and persistent sexual side effects.
research The Efficacy of 1550-nm Erbium-Glass Fractional Laser Treatment and Its Effect on the Expression of Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 and Wnt/β-Catenin in Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research Plants Used in Cosmetics
Natural products in cosmetics are beneficial for skin and hair care with low toxicity.
research Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
research Increased Copy Number of the TERT and TERC Telomerase Subunit Genes in Cancer Cells
Cancer cells often have more copies of TERT and TERC genes, which helps them grow and could affect patient outcomes.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss in men treated best with early medication or transplant, new treatments researched.
research Genome-Wide Association Study Identifies a New Locus JMJD1C at 10q21 That May Influence Serum Androgen Levels in Men
A new gene, JMJD1C, may affect testosterone levels in men.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders
S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
research Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function, Sexual Desire, and Ejaculation
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.
research The Population Dynamics of Cancer: A Darwinian Perspective
Cancer development is like natural selection, involving mutated cells and environmental factors.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Effects of Subchronic Finasteride Treatment and Withdrawal on Neuroactive Steroid Levels and Their Receptors in the Male Rat Brain
Finasteride treatment changes brain steroid levels and receptors, affecting brain function even after stopping treatment.
research Hair Restoration Surgery: The State of the Art
Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
research The Management of EGFR Inhibitor Adverse Events: A Case Series and Treatment Paradigm
Skin side effects from EGFR inhibitor cancer treatment can be managed effectively, often without stopping the medication.