research What Do We Know About 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors?
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for male hair loss and enlarged prostate but may cause reversible sexual side effects.
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research Steroid Hormones of Reproduction and Sexual Development
Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.
research Hair Loss Associated with Sertraline: Two Case Reports and Review
Sertraline, an antidepressant, may cause hair loss in rare cases.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
research Finasteride
A man's fertility improved after he stopped taking finasteride but worsened again when he restarted the medication.
research 66-Year-Old Woman With Painless Vesicular Lesions
A woman was diagnosed with porphyria cutanea tarda and improved with phlebotomy and lifestyle changes.
research Symposium on Women's Dissatisfaction with Traditional Contraceptive Methods and Alternatives
Non-daily contraceptives cause fewer side effects and are more satisfying to women, and certain oral contraceptives can treat acne and seborrhoea, with a combination of chlormadinone acetate and ethinyl estradiol being highly effective and safe.
research UK High Court Revokes Escitalopram Patent; Validity of Second Medical Use Claims Based on Dosage Regimes; Stay of Proceedings Pending EPO Opposition
The UK High Court revoked Lundbeck's patent for Escitalopram, and second medical use claims based on dosage were not considered novel.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often treated cosmetically or with hormone therapy if contraception is also desired.
research Role Of Oral Minoxidil In Patterned Hair Loss
Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for patterned hair loss.
research A Case of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated Effectively by Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treated hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Intravaginal Testosterone Improves Sexual Satisfaction and Vaginal Symptoms Associated With Aromatase Inhibitors
Intravaginal testosterone cream improves sexual satisfaction and reduces vaginal discomfort in postmenopausal women on breast cancer treatment without affecting hormone levels.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
research Role of Non-Androgenic Factors in Hair Loss and Hair Regrowth
Good nutrition is crucial for healthy hair and can help with hair loss without medication.
research PCOS: Perspectives from a Pediatric Endocrinologist and a Pediatric Gynecologist
The document concludes that early and personalized treatment for PCOS in adolescents is crucial to manage symptoms and prevent long-term health issues.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Acne
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.
research Comment on 'Androgens and Women: COVID-19 Outcomes in Women with Acne Vulgaris, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and Hirsutism'
Women with conditions like PCOS may have a higher risk of COVID-19, but treatments like isotretinoin could help those with acne.
research Role of Non-Androgenic Factors in Hair Loss and Hair Regrowth
Eating a balanced diet with vitamins, micronutrients, and antioxidants is important for hair health and can help with hair loss.
research A Cornerstone of Hematological Science
The document concludes that accurately identifying leukemia types is crucial, and the risks of cancer from finasteride need careful evaluation against its benefits.
research Interventions for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Network Meta-Analysis
No single treatment is clearly effective for central serous chorioretinopathy.
research Low-Level Laser and Light Therapy
Low-Level Laser Therapy can stimulate healing and cell function, potentially leading to wider medical use.
research Temporary Hair Removal by Low Fluence Photoepilation: Histological Study on Biopsies and Cultured Human Hair Follicles
Low fluence photoepilation temporarily removes hair by targeting the hair follicle's pigmented area without severe damage.
research Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Lichen Planopilaris
Low-level laser therapy may reduce symptoms and increase hair thickness in lichen planopilaris patients.
research Current Indications of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Plastic Surgery: A Review
Low-Level Laser Therapy may help with flap survival and burn scar healing, but not with venous ulcers or hair loss, and more research is needed.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Narrative Review of Other Treatment Modalities in Androgenetic Alopecia
LLLT is a safe, promising hair loss treatment, but more research needed.
research Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Modeling Approach for Dose Prediction of the Optimal Long-Acting Injectable Formulation of Finasteride
Optimal long-acting finasteride injection dose found: 16.8 mg, effective for one month.
research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss
Some supplements and hormones can increase hair loss by raising DHT levels.
research Chapter 14: Low-Level Laser Therapy and Stem Cells
Low-level laser therapy may help stem cells grow and function better, aiding in healing and tissue repair.
research A Small Dose of Botulinum Toxin A Is Effective for Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Patients
Small Botox dose effectively treats hair loss in Chinese men.