research Chapter 20: Advances in Dermatological Treatments
New treatments for skin diseases are more effective and patient-friendly, but many still lack a cure.
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research Facial Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Potential Mimicker of Acne Vulgaris
Facial hidradenitis suppurativa can be mistaken for acne but requires different treatment.
research Acne Development in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Acne is more common in men with male pattern baldness due to increased hormone levels.
research Comment on the Use of Biotin for Hair Loss
Biotin may help women with hair loss who have low biotin levels, but more research is needed.
research Treatment Guidelines in Adult Women: Effectiveness of Hormonal Therapy in Treating Acne Vulgaris
Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
research Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans Treatment Success with a Novel Surgical Excision Approach Using Guarded High-Tension Sutures
A new surgical method using special sutures significantly reduced wound size and prevented disease return in patients with a scarring scalp condition.
research Biotin - Facts and Hopes
Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
research A Systematic Review of Laser Treatment of Verrucous Epidermal Naevi
Laser treatment for skin conditions VEN and ILVEN is effective and liked by patients.
research Index
The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
research Common Topical Medications
The document concludes that various topical medications are effective for skin conditions but often cause skin irritation as a side effect.
research Effect of Minoxidil on Hair Growth in Minipigs
Minoxidil didn't significantly increase hair growth in minipigs.
research General Dermatology: Comprehensive Overview of Dermatological Conditions
The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
research Acne Fulminans: Explosive Systemic Form of Acne
Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.
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research An Open-Label Phase II Study of the Safety and Efficacy of Etanercept for the Therapy of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Etanercept is safe and may help improve hidradenitis suppurativa, but more research is needed.
research Table of Contents
Understanding drug effects and careful monitoring are crucial for safe and effective dermatology treatments.
research Hair Loss
The article concludes that hair loss has many causes and treatments, with medication options like finasteride and minoxidil for men, and minoxidil, hormones, or iron for women, while warning against unproven remedies.
research Oral Contraception and the Treatment of Acne: Current Perspectives
Birth control pills help treat acne, especially when caused by excess male hormones, and are safe to use with antibiotics.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Treatment of Nodulocystic Acne with Once Weekly Finasteride: A Pilot Study
research Impact of Phototrichogram Education on Satisfaction of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia in Clinical Practice
Educating patients on phototrichogram increased satisfaction in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
research Consensus on Women's Health Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Amsterdam ESHRE/ASRM-Sponsored 3rd PCOS Consensus Workshop Group
Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.
research Rosacea: Etiology, Pathogenesis, And Subtype Classification
Rosacea is a skin condition with unclear causes, classified into four subtypes.
research Obesity and the Skin: Skin Physiology and Skin Manifestations of Obesity
Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Frontal Variant of Lichen Planopilaris
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a hair loss condition in postmenopausal women, similar to lichen planopilaris, with ineffective treatments.
research Recent Understandings of Biology, Prophylaxis, and Treatment Strategies for Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis
Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.
research Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions to Drugs
Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
research Selective Follicular Targeting by Modification of the Particle Sizes
Medium-sized particles penetrate hair follicles better than smaller or larger ones, which could improve delivery of skin treatments.