research Ten Pearls Every Dermatologist Should Know About the Appropriate Use of Relaxers
Dermatologists should use hair relaxers carefully to avoid hair and scalp damage, following specific guidelines for application and maintenance.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Postoperative Urinary Retention Is an Independent Predictor of Short-Term and Long-Term Future Bladder Outlet Procedure in Men
Older men with postoperative urinary retention are more likely to need future bladder procedures.
research Three Percent Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Using 3% topical minoxidil can help women with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Related Litigation: A Legal Database Review
Most legal cases about 5α-reductase inhibitors, drugs for hair loss and prostate issues, complain about side effects and delayed cancer diagnosis, with most lawsuits settled out of court.
research Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation on Post-Covid-19 Manifestations in Menoufia University Hospitals: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Vitamin D supplements significantly improved post-COVID-19 symptoms in deficient patients.
research Patterns of Alopecia Among Patients in a Dermatology Clinic of Dhaka City: Role of Socio-Demographic and Clinical Profiles on Treatment Process
The conclusion is that the current treatment for hair loss works well for most patients, but better results could be achieved by also focusing on patients' other health issues and habits.
research Hair Growth Promoting Effects of Human Dermal Papilla Cells in Pigs
Human dermal papilla cells can increase hair thickness and number in pigs with just one injection.
research Spontaneous Intrinsic Aging in Organ-Cultured Human Skin as a Novel Ex Vivo Assay to Test Anti-Aging Actives
The document concludes that a new method has been developed to test anti-aging substances on human skin, showing that these substances can reduce skin aging signs.
research An Unusual Case of Quadruple Polyorchidism in a Human Cadaver Mimicking Bilateral Lipoma
A man had four testicles, two of which were outside the scrotum and looked like fatty lumps.
research Clinical Case of Pseudofolliculitis: Clinical Case of Beard Hair Pseudofolliculitis
Pseudofolliculitis causes painful bumps and dark spots from shaving, especially in people with curly hair, and can be treated by changing shaving habits and using specific topical treatments.
research Increased Cathepsin B Expression in Cultured Tuberous Sclerosis Skin Tumor Cells and Patient Tumor Tissues
Skin tumor cells in patients with tuberous sclerosis have higher levels of a protein called cathepsin B.
research Quality of Life Assessment in Patients with Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia in the People's Republic of China
Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia moderately affects the quality of life, especially in younger patients and those with long-term hair loss, impacting both their physical and emotional well-being.
research An Unusual Case Report of Rapunzel Syndrome Trichobezoar in a 3-Year-Old Boy
A 3-year-old boy had a rare hairball condition usually seen in teenage girls.
research Design, Synthesis, and Biological Evaluation of Novel Androst-3,5-Diene-3-Carboxylic Acid Derivatives as Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase Type 1 and 2
New chemical compounds were made that effectively block an enzyme linked to prostate growth.
research Cutaneous Mastocytosis Associated With Congenital Alopecia
A 3-year-old girl with skin mast cell buildup and congenital baldness improved with treatment, suggesting a rare link between these conditions.
research Effects of Camellia Oleifera Seed Shell Polyphenols and 1,3,6-Tri-O-Galloylglucose on Androgenic Alopecia via Inhibiting 5α-Reductase and Regulating Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway
Camellia oleifera seed shell polyphenols and 1,3,6-tri-O-galloylglucose can help treat hair loss by reducing certain hormones and promoting hair growth.
research Topical Diclofenac 3% Gel for Actinic Keratosis May Induce Terminal Hair in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Report of Three Cases
Using a gel called Diclofenac can potentially cause hair to grow back in bald spots in older men.
research Prevalence of Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Multiracial Population
Female pattern hair loss affects 32.3% of women, increasing with age and showing no racial differences.
research Zinc Deficiency Triggers Hearing Loss by Reducing Ribbon Synapses of Inner Hair Cells in CBA/N Mice
Lack of zinc can cause hearing loss by damaging important parts of inner ear cells in mice.
research Post-Operative Alopecia of the Scalp: A Rare Complication Following Shoulder Surgery
A woman's hair grew back within 3 months after temporary hair loss from improper head positioning during shoulder surgery.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
research Association of Pilonidal Disease with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Adolescent Females
Girls with Pilonidal Disease are more likely to have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and treating PCOS may reduce the need for PD intervention.
research Time to Scalp Hair, Eyebrow, and Eyelash Improvement in Patients with Alopecia Areata Treated with Baricitinib in the Phase 2 Portion of the Phase 2/3 BRAVE-AA1 Study
Baricitinib helped improve hair, eyebrow, and eyelash growth in alopecia areata patients.
research Evolution of Hair Restoration Surgery: Donor Dominance and Follicular Unit Transplantation
Hair restoration surgery redistributes existing hair to achieve a natural look, with visible regrowth in 3-4 months and rare complications, mostly aesthetic.
research Anagen Effluvium After Therapeutic Scalp Surgery: Unreported Phenomenon
Hair loss can occur about 4 weeks after scalp surgery but usually grows back within 3 months without treatment.
research Editor's Picks January 2021
PrEP doesn't increase STI risk in high-risk men, anti-androgen drugs may lower ICU admission for male COVID-19 patients, a 3-point injection is better for crow's feet, and the 'Geriatric-8' tool could help assess frailty in older skin cancer patients.
research Depth and Patterns of Adnexal Involvement in Primary Extramammary (Anogenital) Paget Disease: A Study of 178 Lesions From 146 Patients
Extramammary Paget disease can spread deeply into tissues, reaching up to 3.6 mm.
research Use of Radiofrequency in Cosmetic Dermatology: Focus on Nonablative Treatment of Acne Scars
Nonablative radiofrequency treatments, especially microneedle and fractional types, can improve acne scars by 25%–75% after 3-4 sessions, with full results in 3 months and some side effects.
research Characterization and Management of Hypertrichosis Induced by Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Hair Loss
Low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss can cause mild excessive hair growth, usually appearing within the first 3 months, but it can be managed by adjusting the dose or removing the unwanted hair, with most people not needing to stop the treatment.
research Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride Association Compared to Monotherapy in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled, Assessor-Blinded, 3-Arm, Pilot Trial
Using both minoxidil and finasteride together is more effective for hair growth than using either one alone in men with hair loss.