research Hirsutism and Virilization
Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.
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research Recognizing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research A Brief Overview of Medicinal Activity and Pharmacological Profile of Eclipta Prostrata: A Review
Eclipta prostrata has many medicinal benefits, but more research is needed to understand how it works.
research Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Estrogens and Aging Skin
Estrogen therapy can reduce skin aging but has cancer risks.
research Dermatologic Diseases and Problems of Women Throughout the Life Cycle
Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.
research Antiandrogen Drugs Lower Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Hirsute Subjects: Evidence That Serum PSA Is a Marker of Androgen Action in Women
Antiandrogen drugs can reduce PSA levels in women with excess hair, suggesting PSA is a sign of male hormone activity in women.
research Integrin α3β1 in Hair Bulge Stem Cells Modulates CCN2 Expression and Promotes Skin Tumorigenesis
Removing integrin α3β1 from hair stem cells lowers skin tumor growth by affecting CCN2 protein levels.
research Alopecia Triangularis Congenita in Combination with Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
research Black Mulberry (Morus Nigra L.): A Natural Remedy for Hair Growth and Scalp Health
Black mulberry may promote hair growth and improve scalp health.
research Bioassay of Crude Drugs for Hair Growth Promoting Activity in Mice by a New Simple Method
Some natural extracts and one hair tonic can promote hair growth in mice.
research Polysaccharides from Traditional Chinese Medicines: Extraction, Purification, Modification, and Biological Activity
Substances from Chinese medicines show promise for immune support and disease prevention, but the way they are processed affects their effectiveness.
research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.
research Beneficial Uses of Breadfruit (Artocarpus Altilis)
Breadfruit is nutritious and has potential health and medicinal benefits, but is currently underused.
research CCDC22 and CCDC93, Two Potential Retriever-Interacting Proteins, Are Required for Root and Root Hair Growth in Arabidopsis
CCDC22 and CCDC93 are essential for root and root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
research SbbHLH85, a bHLH Member, Modulates Resilience to Salt Stress by Regulating Root Hair Growth in Sweet Sorghum
The SbbHLH85 protein helps sweet sorghum grow more root hairs but makes the plant more sensitive to salt.
research Ethanol Extract of Sinsun-Yukza-Hwan Promotes Hair Growth in C57BL/6 Mice, an Alopecia Animal Model
Sinsun-yukza-hwan extract promotes hair growth in mice.
research Cosmeceutical Potentials of Equisetum Debile Roxb. Ex Vaucher Extracts
Equisetum debile extracts may help with skin whitening, anti-wrinkle, and anti-hair loss treatments.
research Effect of Finasteride on Human Testicular Steroidogenesis
research Depression, Higher Level of Tension Induction, and Impaired Coping Strategies in Response to Stress in Women with PCOS Correlate with Clinical and Laboratory Indices of Hyperandrogenism and Not with Central Obesity and Insulin Resistance
Women with PCOS have more depression and stress due to high androgen levels, not obesity or insulin resistance.
research Controversial Concepts in the Classification of Infundibular Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Tricholemmal Carcinoma
The author now believes tricholemmal carcinoma is a rare type of infundibular squamous cell carcinoma and more research is needed on these tumors.
research Photobiomodulation or Low-Level Laser Therapy
Low-level laser therapy, now called photobiomodulation, is recognized for its broad medical applications and scientific backing.
research Control by a Hair’s Breadth: The Role of MicroRNAs in the Skin
MicroRNAs play a crucial role in skin and hair health, affecting everything from growth to aging, and could potentially be used in treating skin diseases.
research Interferons in Dermatology
Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
research New Developments in Occupational Dermatology
Germany recognizes skin cancer from UV exposure as an occupational disease, emphasizing prevention and care for affected workers.
research Use of Hair Grafting in Scar Camouflage
Hair grafting is a key method for improving scars, especially in areas with hair, by transplanting hair to hide the scar while maintaining its original characteristics.
research Female Sexuality and Common Sexual Dysfunctions: Evaluation and Management in a Primary Care Setting
Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
research Eccrine Duct Dilation as a Marker of Cicatricial Alopecia
Enlarged sweat gland ducts may indicate scarring hair loss.
research Biology of the Skin and Dermatological Disease
Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Patient Survey
PRP treatment satisfies 58% of female hair loss patients, with most noticing fuller, thicker hair and less shedding.