research Trichotillomania: A 2003 Review
Trichotillomania, a disorder where people compulsively pull out their own hair, often starts around age 12, is more common in adult females, and can be treated with behavior therapy and medication.
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research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research And Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
research Update on Idiopathic Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
research Trichoscopy in Genetic Hair Shaft Abnormalities
Trichoscopy is a quick and easy way to diagnose most genetic hair problems without invasive methods.
research Trichoscopy In Alopecia Areata And Trichotillomania
Trichoscopy can reliably distinguish between alopecia areata and trichotillomania.
research Trichotillomania And Trichophagia: Modern Diagnostic And Therapeutic Methods
Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell Exosome Therapy for Acquired Trichorrhexis Nodosa: A Case Series
MSC exosome therapy improved hair quality in patients with acquired trichorrhexis nodosa.
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 Analysis of Animal Models of Alopecia Areata Based on Clinical Features of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
Better models and evaluation methods for alopecia areata are needed.
research Blood MUC-18/MCAM Expression in Patients with Melanoma: A Suitable Marker of Poor Outcome
High MUC-18/MCAM levels in blood indicate a worse outlook for melanoma patients.
research Unusual Presentation of Denys-Drash Syndrome in a Girl with Undisclosed Consumption of Biotin
A girl with Denys-Drash syndrome was misdiagnosed due to biotin affecting her hormone test results.
research Steroidogenesis of the Testis: New Genes and Pathways
New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.
research Regulatory Roles of Androgens in Cutaneous Wound Healing
Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.
research Use of Cyproterone Acetate, Finasteride, and Spironolactone to Treat Idiopathic Hirsutism
All three treatments reduce hirsutism, but spironolactone works best long-term.
research The Role of Hormonal Imbalances in Amenorrhea
Hormonal imbalances are a key cause of missed menstrual periods in women.
research New York Academy of Medicine, Section of Dermatology and Syphilology
Diagnosing and treating skin conditions is challenging, especially when drug reactions mimic other diseases.
research Case Report: A Chinese Family of Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome With Diabetes Mellitus, With a Novel Biallelic Deletion Mutation of the DCAF17 Gene
A new mutation in the DCAF17 gene was found in a Chinese family, causing Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome and diabetes.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Early Detection in Adolescents
Early detection and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important to manage symptoms and prevent severe issues.
research Acne Protection: Measures and Miseries
Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.
research Mild Cutaneous Manifestation in Two Young Women with Extraordinary Hyperandrogenemia
Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
research Thyroid Autoimmunity in Patients with Skin Disorders
People with alopecia areata often have thyroid autoimmunity.
research Health Issues Unique to the Aging Man
Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
research Hormonal and Genetic Etiology of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
research Exomic Sequencing of Immune-Related Genes Reveals Novel Candidate Variants Associated with Alopecia Universalis
HLA-DRB5 and other genes may be linked to alopecia universalis.
research Benefits of Testosterone Replacement and Methods of Substitution
Testosterone replacement therapy helps manage deficiency and has various methods, but requires careful monitoring to avoid side effects.
research Randomized Controlled Study Comparing the Efficacy of Tretinoin 0.05% Cream Alone Versus Tretinoin Combined with Microdermabrasion in Adult Patients with Alopecia Areata
Tretinoin alone is more effective than combined with microdermabrasion for long-term alopecia areata treatment.
research The Biological Actions of Dehydroepiandrosterone Involve Multiple Receptors
DHEA affects multiple receptors and may help with metabolic issues, but its safety and effectiveness in humans are unclear.
research Diagnosis and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescent Girls
PCOS in teen girls should be managed with lifestyle changes and sometimes medication to improve symptoms and health.
research A Comprehensive Review of Acne Vulgaris
Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
research An Unusual Presentation of X-Linked Adrenoleukodystrophy
A man with X-ALD improved after treatment, highlighting the need to consider X-ALD in similar patients and test their relatives.