research Hormonal Therapy for Acne: Why Not as First Line Therapy? Facts and Controversies
Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.
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research The Pharmacologic Treatment of Muscle Pain
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand how to treat muscle pain with drugs.
research Biology of Hair Growth
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research The Magnitude of Skin Disease in the United States
Skin diseases, especially psoriasis, greatly affect people's quality of life, similar to chronic diseases.
research The Effects of Topical Diazoxide on Hair Follicular Growth and Physiology of the Stumptailed Macaque
Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
research Telogen Effluvium: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment
Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition where treatment involves identifying and managing its triggers.
research The Effects of Benzodiazepines on Hormones in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Benzodiazepines changed hormone levels but did not affect hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Cutaneous Drug Reaction Case Reports
Various drugs caused different skin reactions, including allergic and inflammatory responses.
research Abstracts
Finasteride is effective for male hair loss, teledermatology is accurate and accepted, and cyclosporin helps treat toxic epidermal necrolysis.
research Abstracts
Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
research Successful Treatment of Ulcerated Infantile Hemangioma Associated with PELVIS Syndrome Using Oral Propranolol
Oral propranolol successfully treated a baby's skin growth and ulceration linked to PELVIS syndrome.
research Association of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Sexual Dysfunction: A RADAR Report
Using hair loss drugs finasteride and dutasteride may cause sexual side effects.
research Trends in the Presence or Absence of Transaminitis and/or Leukopenia in Pediatric Patients Treated with Methotrexate for Inflammatory Skin Disease
Most children with skin inflammation taking methotrexate had lab abnormalities, but liver issues often improved without changing the medication dose.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in a Patient with Klinefelter Syndrome: Case Report and Literature Review
Finasteride may effectively treat hair loss in Klinefelter Syndrome patients.
research Androgens and Cardiovascular Disease
Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.
research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research Corticosteroids for the Treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Corticosteroids, especially prednisone, improve short-term muscle strength in Duchenne muscular dystrophy but have manageable side effects.
research Mucocutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can cause various skin reactions, with hair loss being the most common, and proper diagnosis and treatment of these reactions are important.
research A Phase IIA Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Study the Efficacy and Safety of the Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator (SARM), MK-0773 in Female Participants with Sarcopenia
MK-0773 safely increased muscle mass but did not improve muscle strength or function in elderly women with sarcopenia.
research Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.
research Herbal Therapy in Dermatology
Some herbal therapies may help with skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Endocrinology of Transgender Medicine
Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.
research Lupus Erythematosus: Systemic and Cutaneous Manifestations
Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
research Physiologic Skin Changes in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin darkening, varicose veins, more sweating, hair growth, hair loss after birth, nail changes, and gum inflammation.
research Macrophages Induce AKT/β-Catenin-Dependent Lgr5+ Stem Cell Activation and Hair Follicle Regeneration Through TNF
Macrophages help regrow hair by activating stem cells using AKT/β-catenin and TNF.
research Adverse Effects of Voriconazole: Over a Decade of Use
Voriconazole can cause serious side effects, especially in long-term use.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
research Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
The document concludes that rapid identification, isolation, and strict infection control are crucial to manage SARS outbreaks.