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.
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research The Difficulty of Finding Healthy Volunteers
Most people who volunteered for a health study had medical issues, showing the need for careful screening before trials.
research Use of Chemotherapy During Human Pregnancy
Chemotherapy in the first trimester of pregnancy is risky, but in the second and third trimesters, it's generally safe with careful drug selection and timing.
research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy
Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
research Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
research Multiple Sclerosis: Side Effects of Interferon Beta Therapy and Their Management
The article suggests managing interferon beta therapy side effects in MS with dose adjustments, medications, and patient education.
research Mucocutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can cause various skin reactions, with hair loss being the most common, and proper diagnosis and treatment of these reactions are important.
research Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions to Drugs
Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
research Interrelation of Immunity and Tissue Repair or Regeneration
The immune system plays a key role in tissue repair, affecting both healing quality and regenerative ability.
research Safety and Efficacy of the JAK Inhibitor Tofacitinib Citrate in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Tofacitinib is safe and effective for severe alopecia areata, but hair loss may return 2 months after stopping treatment.
research The British Society for Rheumatology Guideline for the Management of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Adults
The guidelines suggest a detailed approach to diagnosing and treating lupus, with a focus on regular check-ups, personalized medicine, and a range of drug options for different cases.
research Adverse Effects of Opioid Analgesic Drugs
Opioid painkillers can cause many side effects, including breathing problems and addiction, but are generally considered safe when used properly.
research Phase I Study of the Hedgehog Pathway Inhibitor IPI-926 in Adult Patients with Solid Tumors
The drug IPI-926 is safe at 160 mg daily and may help treat certain tumors, especially basal cell carcinoma.
research Medical Treatment of Liver Hydatidosis
Surgery is the main treatment for liver hydatidosis, but has risks; albendazole is the most effective drug but can have side effects.
research Cepharanthine: An Update of Its Mode of Action, Pharmacological Properties, and Medical Applications
Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
research The Role of Androgen and Androgen Receptor in Skin-Related Disorders
Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
research Interferon in the Treatment of Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Recombinant Cytokine Therapy
Recombinant cytokine therapy can cause skin reactions ranging from mild to severe.
research First Use of Thymus Transplantation Therapy for FOXN1 Deficiency (Nude/SCID): A Report of 2 Cases
Thymus transplantation successfully restored immune function in infants with FOXN1 deficiency.
research Adverse Effects of Voriconazole: Over a Decade of Use
Voriconazole can cause serious side effects, especially in long-term use.
research Tinea Capitis: An Overview with Emphasis on Management
New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
research Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
The document concludes that rapid identification, isolation, and strict infection control are crucial to manage SARS outbreaks.
research Eating Disorders: Progress and Challenges
Despite progress, better treatments and understanding are needed for the high rates of long-term issues and deaths linked to eating disorders.
research Docetaxel, Cisplatin and 5-Fluorouracil in Patients with Locally Advanced Unresectable Head and Neck Cancer: A Phase I-II Feasibility Study
The treatment combining docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-FU is feasible and effective for advanced head and neck cancer.
research Stem Cells and the Circadian Clock
The circadian clock influences the behavior and regeneration of stem cells in the body.
research Zinc Deficiency and Its Management in the Pediatric Population: A Literature Review and Proposed Etiologic Classification
Zinc deficiency in children can cause skin issues and can be serious if not diagnosed and treated properly.
research Hairless and Wnt Signaling: Allies in Epithelial Stem Cell Differentiation
The HR protein's role as a repressor is essential for controlling hair growth.
research Acquired Zinc Deficiency in Long-Term Parenteral Nutrition: A Case Study
Long-term parenteral nutrition without zinc can cause severe zinc deficiency.
research Pooled Safety and Tolerability Data from Four Placebo-Controlled Teriflunomide Studies and Extensions
Teriflunomide is safe and tolerable for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, with manageable side effects.
research Animal Models for the Study of Fetal Tissue Repair
Understanding how fetal wounds heal could help improve healing in adults.