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Finasteride helps hair growth and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects and increase tumor risk.
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810-840 / 990 results research Intracrine and Myotrophic Roles of 5α-Reductase and Androgens
Muscles can make their own androgens, which may help muscle growth.
research A Pilot Study to Evaluate Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males
Botulinum toxin was found to be a safe and effective treatment for male pattern baldness in a small test, but more research is needed.
research Walrus
Anesthetizing walruses is difficult and risky due to their size and sudden health changes.
research Nanoparticle-Based Targeting of Vaccine Compounds to Skin Antigen-Presenting Cells by Hair Follicles and Their Transport in Mice
Nanoparticles can deliver vaccines through hair follicles, triggering immune responses and providing protection.
research Size-Dependent Penetration of Nanoemulsions into Epidermis and Hair Follicles: Implications for Transdermal Delivery and Immunization
Smaller nanoemulsions can penetrate skin and hair follicles better, which may be useful for delivering drugs and vaccines through the skin.
research Topical Janus Kinase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Pediatric Alopecia Areata
Topical JAK inhibitors may help children with alopecia areata regrow hair.
research Nutrition and Acne: The Role of Diet in Acne Development
Diet, especially dairy and high-sugar foods, can cause acne.
research A Systematic Review of Pulse Steroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata
Pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata shows a 43% complete response rate but has a high relapse rate, especially in children.
research Narrowband Ultraviolet B Phototherapy for Alopecia Areata
Narrowband UVB phototherapy alone is not very effective for treating alopecia areata.
research Dermoscopy Findings of Alopecia Areata in an African-American Patient
Skin color may change how alopecia areata looks under a dermoscope.
research Effective Use of Ustekinumab in a Patient with Concomitant Psoriasis, Vitiligo, and Alopecia Areata
Ustekinumab significantly improved psoriasis, vitiligo, and alopecia areata in a patient.
research Comparative Evaluation of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection, Narrow Band Ultraviolet B, and Their Combination in Alopecia Areata
Intralesional steroids are more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than NBUVB, but combining them doesn't improve results.
research A Case of Contact Allergic Dermatitis to Topical Minoxidil
A woman had an allergic skin reaction to a hair loss treatment containing minoxidil and should not use it.
research Extensive Hair Shaft Growth After Mouse Whisker Follicle Isolation, Cryopreservation, and Transplantation in Nude Mice
Cryopreserved mouse whisker follicles can grow hair when transplanted into nude mice.
research Exploring the Efficacy of Testosterone Undecanoate in Male Children with 5α-Reductase Deficiency
Testosterone undecanoate safely and effectively increased penis size in male children with 5-alpha-reductase deficiency.
research An Overview of the Role of Carboxytherapy in Dermatology
Carboxytherapy is a safe and effective treatment for improving skin appearance and treating various skin conditions, with mild side effects.
research Low-Dose Naltrexone: A Novel Adjunctive Treatment in Symptomatic Alopecias?
Low-dose naltrexone might be a cheap and effective additional treatment for hair loss with scalp discomfort due to its anti-inflammatory effects and few side effects.
research Review of Systemic Methotrexate Therapy in Pediatric Dermatoses
Methotrexate is effective and well-tolerated in children for certain skin conditions but requires careful monitoring.
research Neonatal Lupus Syndrome in a Nigerian Child
A Nigerian baby with neonatal lupus got better with treatment by 6 months.
research Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids and Cardiometabolic Derangements
Long-term anabolic steroid use can lead to heart and metabolic health issues.
research Hirsutism in a Female Adolescent Induced by Long-Acting Injectable Risperidone
A teenage girl's excessive hair growth was caused by a medication for mania, but improved after stopping the medication.
research Two Transgender Men Receiving Subdermal Testosterone Pellets for Gender Affirmation
Testosterone pellets might work for transgender men's hormone therapy, but more research is needed.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Alopecia Areata
A scalp infection can look like alopecia areata and get worse if treated incorrectly.
research Part II: Common Questions and Misconceptions About Creatine Supplementation: What Does the Scientific Evidence Really Show?
Creatine monohydrate is safe and effective for muscle recovery and performance, especially for those with low creatine levels.
research Tofacitinib Treatment in a Severe Pediatric Alopecia Areata: A Case Report and a Literature Review
Oral tofacitinib may be an effective future treatment for children with severe alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Association Between Exogenous Testosterone Use and New Diagnosis of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Case Series
Exogenous testosterone use may be linked to developing hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Coronavirus Is Not the Only Corona We Know in Dermatology
The document lists various skin conditions and structures named "corona" that are not related to the coronavirus.
research Adult Acne: A Clinical Study With Special Reference to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Adult acne is often mild and common on the cheek, with a low prevalence of PCOS in female patients, but more severe acne and skin damage in those with PCOS.
research Hypothalamic Hamartoma with Precocious Puberty and Gelastic Seizures in a Boy: Case Report
A boy with early puberty and laughing seizures was treated, stopping seizures and slowing puberty.