January 2024 in “Current research in toxicology” Thallium is highly toxic, causing severe health issues, and Prussian blue is the best antidote.
December 2023 in “Materials Today Bio” The new treatment using nanoparticles with ISX9 can effectively regrow hair without major side effects.
November 2023 in “ACS Omega” New liposome treatment successfully delivers CRISPR to deactivate a key enzyme in androgen-related disorders.
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July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
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February 2003 in “Archives of dermatology” 9-cis-retinoic acid showed some effectiveness in treating AIDS-related Kaposi sarcoma but had significant side effects at higher doses.
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June 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Epidemiology” The updated GRADE guidance advises considering context when interpreting variability in research results and introduces tools for assessing subgroup effects.
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May 2022 in “Skin health and disease” Certain types of rashes in COVID-19 patients may indicate more severe illness and higher risk of death.
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December 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Treating non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is complex because the benefits of hormone treatment must be weighed against potential health risks.
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February 2023 in “ACS omega” Grape seed oil improved hair quality the most, followed by rosehip and safflower seed oils, and reduced damage from shampoo.
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January 2022 in “Faculty reviews” The best long-lasting results in treating hair loss may be achieved through combination therapy, including treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
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February 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanovesicles improve drug delivery through the skin, offering better treatment outcomes and fewer side effects.
June 2023 in “Scientific Reports” The seed extract of Lepidium sativum L. can potentially treat hair loss, showing effects similar to 5% minoxidil.
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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine” The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
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November 2007 in “International Journal of Andrology” Testosterone with or without finasteride doesn't improve thinking skills in older men with low testosterone.
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January 2016 in “The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” Blocking IL-12/IL-23p40 helped reverse severe hair loss in patients.
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November 2014 in “Clinical endocrinology” Taking finasteride for benign prostate hyperplasia may increase the risk of osteoporosis, especially at higher doses.
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January 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Most people using minoxidil for hair loss probably won't see significant improvement.
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September 2007 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” PPCM microspheres allow controlled finasteride release over 24 hours.
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July 2007 in “Archives of Andrology” Finasteride may negatively affect male fertility.
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November 2018 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” New physical methods like electrical currents, ultrasound, and microneedles show promise for improving drug delivery through the skin.
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May 2015 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” New gel formulas without ethanol and propylene glycol, containing a minoxidil-methyl-β-cyclodextrin complex, have been created for treating hair loss.
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August 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair restoration surgery redistributes existing hair to achieve a natural look, with visible regrowth in 3-4 months and rare complications, mostly aesthetic.
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April 2012 in “Clinical investigation” Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
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May 2020 in “Pharmaceutical Research” Heat and chemicals improve finasteride delivery to scalp and hair follicles, potentially enhancing treatment for hair loss.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Finasteride may affect PNMT, causing side effects.
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May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
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February 2010 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” Transplant success has improved with better immunosuppressive drugs and donor matching.
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October 2009 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” PEVs improve minoxidil skin penetration, increasing hair growth.
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March 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, safely improve skin issues and work on all skin types.
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May 2016 in “Urologic Clinics of North America” The document explains how the male reproductive system works, its role in making testosterone, and how conditions like obesity can disrupt it, leading to low testosterone and fertility issues.