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Tamsulosin may slightly increase dementia risk compared to other treatments for enlarged prostate.
![Platelet-Rich Plasma: Alopecia Areata and Autoimmune Destruction of the Hair](/images/research/e66a2810-85bd-4710-bbd2-2e1f6efa0483/small/17923.jpg)
research Platelet-Rich Plasma: Alopecia Areata and Autoimmune Destruction of the Hair
PRP is a promising treatment for autoimmune hair loss but its exact workings are not fully understood.
![What Surgeons Need to Know About Gender Confirmation Surgery When Providing Care for Transgender Individuals](/images/research/aacb7140-edd3-440c-8c4c-ac86ec967182/small/20233.jpg)
research What Surgeons Need to Know About Gender Confirmation Surgery When Providing Care for Transgender Individuals
Surgeons must understand the full care process for gender confirmation surgery to help transgender individuals effectively.
![Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Long-Term Health Consequences](/images/research/b16da1fe-dc9f-4f87-8d2a-f7bf95d3db78/small/13809.jpg)
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Long-Term Health Consequences
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of diabetes, heart problems, certain cancers, and mental health issues, but early treatment can help manage these risks.
![Alopecia and Hair Damage Induced by Oncological Therapy](/images/research/0c9871fb-e067-47b0-8fa4-7bdb08f1f9bc/small/32052.jpg)
research Alopecia and Hair Damage Induced by Oncological Therapy
Cancer treatments often cause hair loss and damage, affecting patients' mental health.
![Alopecia in Oncology: The Practical Significance of Fundamental Research](/images/research/d78c4ede-6a5f-4831-b881-b6fb7aeb744a/small/28871.jpg)
research Alopecia in Oncology: The Practical Significance of Fundamental Research
Chemotherapy often causes hair loss in cancer patients, affecting their mental health, but scalp cooling can help prevent it.
![Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents](/images/research/1ebbac5b-cc23-4718-aa67-8f5e58692e61/small/15546.jpg)
research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
![Gender Surgery Beyond Chest and Genitals: Current Insurance Landscape](/images/research/a90ba119-4e7f-43c4-9d28-62c5c548142b/small/21489.jpg)
research Gender Surgery Beyond Chest and Genitals: Current Insurance Landscape
Most insurance companies do not cover extra gender-affirming surgeries, with coverage being low and inconsistent.
![Cultural Sensitivity and Challenges in Management of the Transgender Patient With End-Stage Renal Disease in Transplantation](/images/research/5b48aec7-62b9-47e0-b224-5a694c6f0cd3/small/14121.jpg)
research Cultural Sensitivity and Challenges in Management of the Transgender Patient With End-Stage Renal Disease in Transplantation
Healthcare providers need better understanding and cultural sensitivity to improve care for transgender patients with kidney failure needing transplants.
![Adverse Effects of Common Medications on Male Fertility](/images/research/a227ee09-2321-4614-b893-f24cbb176bd0/small/14270.jpg)
research Adverse Effects of Common Medications on Male Fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
![Male, Female, Other: Transgender and the Impact in Primary Care](/images/research/85266667-f856-4620-98ec-55ca0c67376a/small/14045.jpg)
research Male, Female, Other: Transgender and the Impact in Primary Care
Healthcare providers need better education and resources to give competent and sensitive care to transgender patients.
![Addressing Autoimmune and Immune-Mediated Skin Disease Burden in Women](/images/research/62f3268e-8879-47dc-b146-cb080e6ae536/small/29969.jpg)
research Addressing Autoimmune and Immune-Mediated Skin Disease Burden in Women
The conclusion is that women are heavily affected by autoimmune skin diseases, face significant challenges, and need better research, treatments, and healthcare policies.
![Measuring Patient Quality of Life Following Treatment for Alopecia](/images/research/64307f98-390d-40ee-8170-fa8a9c102774/small/15779.jpg)
research Measuring Patient Quality of Life Following Treatment for Alopecia
Alopecia treatments improve life quality but side effects can lessen this benefit; better use of quality of life measures is needed.
![The Suitability of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Specific Questionnaires for Measuring the Impact of PCOS on Quality of Life in Clinical Trials](/images/research/07b0b3d9-151d-4406-830a-100060401658/small/14824.jpg)
research The Suitability of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Specific Questionnaires for Measuring the Impact of PCOS on Quality of Life in Clinical Trials
The PCOS-specific questionnaire needs more work to fully measure quality of life in clinical trials.
![Contraceptive Implant Use Among Inner City Teens](/images/research/ae0ff575-2542-4798-a785-6805e0d6e695/small/25299.jpg)
research Contraceptive Implant Use Among Inner City Teens
Inner city teens had high retention rates for the contraceptive implant, especially those with a history of abortion.
![Degree of Alignment Between Japanese Patients and Physicians on Alopecia Areata Disease Severity and Treatment Satisfaction: A Real-World Survey](/images/research/83b5fc3b-fb15-4d09-bf41-63790cf9140e/small/27745.jpg)
research Degree of Alignment Between Japanese Patients and Physicians on Alopecia Areata Disease Severity and Treatment Satisfaction: A Real-World Survey
Japanese patients and physicians often disagree on the severity of Alopecia Areata and treatment satisfaction, needing better communication and treatments.
![Assessment of the Obese Patient](/images/research/cd146ada-f2f4-46bd-858a-d69afbf916e2/small/15400.jpg)
research Assessment of the Obese Patient
Doctors need to be better prepared to assess and treat obesity in patients.
![Signs of Physical Abuse and Neglect in the Elderly Patient](/images/research/caa7cae0-cb5c-424a-8f32-813009b839e9/small/13734.jpg)
research Signs of Physical Abuse and Neglect in the Elderly Patient
Elderly abuse is often by family members, and doctors, especially dermatologists, can spot it by looking for unusual injuries and malnutrition.
![Alopecia Areata: The Clinical Situation](/images/research/daf40faa-e2ea-417d-8b52-7ce7a8fb577b/small/31540.jpg)
research Alopecia Areata: The Clinical Situation
Treating alopecia areata is difficult due to limited approved treatments, but new therapies like JAK inhibitors show promise.
![Building and Crossing the Translational Bridge: 2016 Alopecia Areata Research Summit Highlights](/images/research/6c98bf7f-2439-4bda-a855-f5b12f4847ef/small/31535.jpg)
research Building and Crossing the Translational Bridge: 2016 Alopecia Areata Research Summit Highlights
The summit aimed to speed up finding treatments for alopecia areata.
![Neuropharmacological Profile of Eclipta Alba (Linn.) Hassk](/images/research/9e3a0bf7-75eb-4be4-a863-4a796bb7ae07/small/23246.jpg)
research Neuropharmacological Profile of Eclipta Alba (Linn.) Hassk
Eclipta alba extract improved learning, memory, and stress-related ulcers in rats without affecting movement or causing anxiety.
![Urinary Retention in Patients with BPH Treated with Finasteride or Placebo Over 4 Years](/images/research/89e0227f-289c-4396-99fe-2d1ad09ba9ff/small/2292.jpg)
research Urinary Retention in Patients with BPH Treated with Finasteride or Placebo Over 4 Years
Finasteride lowers risk of urinary issues and surgery by over 50% in 4 years.
![Twenty-Five and Up Study: A New Wave of the Brisbane Longitudinal Twin Study](/images/research/8b22a2f0-f379-4e38-a2b0-0519332b2e00/small/30071.jpg)
research Twenty-Five and Up Study: A New Wave of the Brisbane Longitudinal Twin Study
The 25Up study collected extensive data on mental disorders and related factors in Australian twins and siblings to investigate the genetics of psychiatric illnesses.
![Practical Geriatrics: Maintaining Sexual Health After Menopause](/images/research/3c1396e5-0e3a-4d02-abc5-f5cd4093ce03/small/20497.jpg)
research Practical Geriatrics: Maintaining Sexual Health After Menopause
Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.
![Beneficial Effects of Pranic Meditation on the Mental Health and Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors](/images/research/9d11e24d-8cb1-42e9-87c7-69adf49bd7a9/small/34915.jpg)
research Beneficial Effects of Pranic Meditation on the Mental Health and Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors
Pranic meditation significantly improved mental health and quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
![Alopecia Areata's Psychological Impact on Quality of Life, Mental Health, and Work Productivity: A Scoping Review](/images/research/f918c9bf-b658-428a-ac52-dd0aeae6079e/small/36852.jpg)
research Alopecia Areata's Psychological Impact on Quality of Life, Mental Health, and Work Productivity: A Scoping Review
Alopecia areata severely impacts quality of life, mental health, and work productivity.
![The Associated Burden of Mental Health Conditions in Alopecia Areata: A Population-Based Study in UK Primary Care](/images/research/a453c78a-2b9c-4745-a128-3f3a5a62a523/small/16959.jpg)
research The Associated Burden of Mental Health Conditions in Alopecia Areata: A Population-Based Study in UK Primary Care
People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
![Care of the Transgender Patient: The Role of the Gynecologist](/images/research/60e85a3f-8998-41e5-a7fd-cf2fbbdc0cdc/small/28055.jpg)
research Care of the Transgender Patient: The Role of the Gynecologist
Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.
![Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline](/images/research/8b7c6e9d-179e-4014-a947-0d64b18180f7/small/20381.jpg)
research Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.