research Inhibitor of 5α-Reductase Dutasteride in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for treating BPH without extra safety risks.
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Both tofacitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and tolerable for treating alopecia areata.
research Preoperative Hormonal Stimulation in Hypospadias: A Systematic Review
Hormone treatment before hypospadias surgery can increase penis size and reduce surgery complications.
research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Alopecia in Patients Treated with Molecularly Targeted Anticancer Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies have a significant but lower risk of causing hair loss compared to chemotherapy.
research Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride helps improve hair growth in men with hair loss but may increase the risk of erectile dysfunction.
research A Rational Approach to the Treatment of Vitiligo and Other Hypomelanoses
Tailor treatments for vitiligo to patient needs for best results.
research Hormonal Contraception And Breast Cancer: A Matter Of Context
Birth control pills slightly increase the risk of breast cancer, especially if used before the first full-term pregnancy.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new risk spots for early hair loss were found, which also link to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility. Two genes, FOXA2 and HDAC4, could be new treatment targets. Hair loss might also be connected to heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and prostate cancer.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treating Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment may increase hair growth for genetic hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm this.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: Efficacy Differences Between Men and Women
PRP improves hair thickness for both genders, but only increases hair density in men.
research Melatonin's Effect on Hair Follicles in a Goat (Capra Hircus) Animal Model
Melatonin improved secondary hair growth in goats but didn't affect primary hair density or litter size.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treating Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
More research is needed to confirm if Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is effective for treating hair loss.
research The Association Between rs2476601 Polymorphism in PTPN22 Gene and Risk of Alopecia Areata
The C-allele and CC-genotype in the PTPN22 gene lower the risk of alopecia areata.
research Hair-Thread Tourniquet Syndrome in an Infant With Bony Erosion
A hair wrapped tightly around an infant's toe caused severe damage, requiring early removal and possibly surgery to prevent worse outcomes like amputation.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP therapy increases hair density for androgenetic alopecia.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Incidence of Prostate Cancer
Men with vertex baldness may have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, but more research is needed to confirm this.
research Finasteride and the Uncertainties of Establishing Harms
Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.
research Metformin or Thiazolidinedione Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Metformin and thiazolidinediones are similarly effective for PCOS, but metformin is often preferred due to fewer side effects.
research Why Odds Ratios Can Be Tricky Statistics
Odds Ratios can be misleading; it's better to also present risk and Relative Risks for clarity.
research Can We Halt Male Androgenetic Alopecia Progression Without Antiandrogenic Drugs?
Only anti-androgenic drugs likely halt AGA progression.
research Use of Growth Factor Concentrate Using Derma Roller in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Literature Review
Combining PRP with micro-needling improves hair growth and thickness in treating hair loss.
research The Necessity of Investigations to Clarify Sex and Racial Disparities in Pathophysiology of Long COVID
More research is needed to understand sex and racial differences in long COVID.
research Editorial for September 2023
The September 2023 issue highlights the importance of safety in cosmetic procedures and updates on treatments for acne, rosacea, and hair restoration.
research Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology Editorial September 2021
The editorial stresses the importance of COVID-19 vaccination and ongoing contributions to the journal.
research The Most Visible Aspect of Chemotherapy: Alopecia: Is Prevention Possible?
No method fully prevents hair loss from chemotherapy, but some methods can reduce it and improve quality of life.
research Male-Pattern Baldness and Its Association with Coronary Heart Disease
Male-pattern baldness has a weak link to heart disease and some related health conditions.
research Contents Volume 231, 2015
The document covers various dermatological treatments and conditions.
research Veterinary Pharmacology
Some plant extracts may treat livestock diseases, certain animal treatments are safe and effective, but more research on drug safety and resistance is needed.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Identification of Four Genetic Risk Loci and Evidence for the Contribution of WNT Signaling to Its Etiology
Four genetic risk areas related to male-pattern baldness were identified, with WNT signaling playing a role in its development.