research Androgen Insufficiency in Women: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Implications
Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Teledermatology in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review
Teledermatology became a valuable and convenient tool for skin care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
research Practical Geriatrics: Men's Sexual Health After Midlife
Older men should openly discuss sexual health with doctors to improve their quality of life.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common Reproductive Syndrome with Long-Term Metabolic Consequences
Polycystic ovary syndrome increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer, and requires early treatment to manage these risks.
research Korean Obesity Surgical Treatment Study: Protocol of a Prospective Multicentre Cohort Study on Obese Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy and Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
The Korean study confirmed that bariatric surgery is effective for weight loss in Asians.
research Can Artificial Intelligence Hold a Dermoscope?—The Evaluation of an AI Chatbot to Translate the Dermoscopic Language
AI chatbots can help teach dermatology but need careful checking for accuracy.
research Triglycerides, Independent of Ferriman Gallwey Score, Is a Main Determinant of Free Testosterone Index in PCOS
High triglyceride levels are a key factor affecting testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Management of Transgender Patients in Critical Care
Transgender patients in critical care need better-trained medical staff and specific guidelines.
research More Is Not Always Better in Hair Growth Factors: Epidermal Growth Factor Involved in Alopecia Areata Pathogenesis
Too much epidermal growth factor can cause hair loss.
research Hair Follicle-Related MicroRNA-34a Serum Expression and rs2666433A/G Variant in Patients with Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Higher miR-34a levels and the A variant of the MIR-34A gene are linked to increased risk and severity of alopecia areata.
research Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms Taq-1 and Cdx-1 in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D Receptor are linked to higher risk of female hair loss.
research The Current State of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Cultural Competency Among U.S. Dermatology Residents
U.S. dermatology residents need more education and experience with LGBT patients to improve their cultural competency.
research A Randomized Comparative Study of the Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost Versus Topical Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion in the Treatment of Localized Alopecia Areata
Betamethasone is more effective for hair regrowth than latanoprost but has more side effects.
research Fluid Platelet-Rich Fibrin Versus Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scars: A Comparative Study
Fluid Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) is more effective and faster at improving acne scars than Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), with similar mild side effects.
research Abstracts from the 4th Annual Student Medical Summit
The document concludes that more research is needed to reduce frequent hospital visits, addiction medicine education improves with specific training, early breast cancer surgery findings are emerging, nipple smears are not very accurate, surgery for older melanoma patients doesn't extend life, a genetic condition in infants can often be treated with one drug, doctors are inconsistent with blood clot medication, a certain gene may protect against cell damage, muscle gene overexpression affects many other genes, and some mitochondrial genes are less active in mice with tumors.
research Role of Serum Androgens and Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher testosterone and DHT levels are linked to hair loss in men, but not to prostate cancer risk.
research Tissue And Serum Levels Of Substance P In Trichodynia Of Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Higher substance P levels may cause discomfort in hair loss patients.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition influenced by various factors and linked to psychosocial and cardiovascular issues.
research Diagnosis And Management Of Alopecia Areata: A Saudi Expert Consensus Statement (2023)
Experts recommend personalized treatment plans for best outcomes in managing Alopecia Areata.
research A Series of Clinical Cases of Psychocutaneous Disorders in a Dermatology Unit in Albania
The conclusion is that a team of skin doctors and psychiatrists is needed to better treat patients with mind-skin disorders.
research Managing Patterned Hair Loss – A Hair Raising Task!
Hair loss can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and others, but there are still gaps in effectiveness and off-label usage is increasing.
research Selection of Antidepressants in Geriatric Dermatoses: A Questionnaire Study of Dermatologists in Western Rajasthan, India
Most dermatologists in Western Rajasthan prefer the anti-depressant Doxepin for elderly skin conditions and often refer patients to a psychiatrist.
research The Association Between Serum Zinc Levels and Subjective Symptoms in Zinc Deficiency Patients with Chronic Liver Disease
Low zinc levels in chronic liver disease patients are linked to more severe symptoms like taste issues and skin problems, and zinc supplements might help.
research Diagnostic Value of Dermoscopic Findings of Hair and Scalp in Cicatricial Alopecia
Dermoscopy is a useful, low-cost method for diagnosing various types of hair loss disorders known as Cicatricial Alopecia.
research Serum Paroxonase 1 Level May Be an Indicator and Predictor of the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia
Low PON1 levels may indicate and predict the severity of hair loss.
research Vitamin D Level in Female Pattern Hair Loss with Normal Androgen Level
Lower vitamin D levels may contribute to female hair loss.
research Risks for Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Diseases in Both Male and Female Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
People with androgenetic alopecia, both men and women, are more likely to develop heart diseases in the future.
research Dermatological History and Examination
A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.