research A Review of the Most Common Dermatologic Conditions and Their Debilitating Psychosocial Impacts
Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
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research Hot Topics in Pediatric Dermatology
Covers common skin issues in kids, their diagnosis, treatment, and need for specialist care.
research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research Minoxidil: An Alternative to Nephrectomy for Refractory Hypertension
Minoxidil effectively lowers blood pressure with few side effects.
research Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
research Sexual Dysfunction in Men Taking Systemic Dermatologic Medication: A Systematic Review
Some men taking finasteride for hair loss may experience sexual problems like erectile dysfunction and decreased sex drive, which can persist even after stopping the medication.
research The Feasibility and Utility of Hair Follicle Sampling to Measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA in Children With or Without Fragile X Syndrome
Hair follicle sampling is a feasible method to measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA levels in children.
research Abstracts
New treatments and diagnostic methods for various animal skin conditions showed promising results.
research Comparison of a Novel Silicone Gel Wound Dressing vs Bacitracin After Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation
The new silicone gel wound dressing may speed up early healing after hair transplant surgery compared to Bacitracin.
research Calcineurin-Based Immunosuppression in Renal Transplantation: Focus on Efficacy, the Role of Steroids, and Cardiovascular Risk
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Women's Health Considerations for Lipid Management
Manage women's cholesterol with diet, exercise, and careful treatment choices, especially during pregnancy, PCOS, and menopause.
research Serum Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor B Is Elevated in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Can Be Decreased With Metformin Treatment
Women with PCOS have higher levels of a certain growth factor, which can be reduced by taking metformin.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
Early diagnosis and treatment are key to managing health risks in teens with PCOS.
research Isotretinoin
Isotretinoin is a preferred treatment for severe acne, often leading to long-term improvement, but requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant-Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research Obesity and the Skin: Skin Physiology and Skin Manifestations of Obesity
Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
research Gonads
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients
Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Women
Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.
research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology
Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
research Chronic Tophaceous Gout Secondary to Self-Induced Vomiting in Anorexia Nervosa
A woman with anorexia developed gout from self-induced vomiting.
research A Retrospective Study of Thyroid Structural Abnormalities in Alopecia Patients
Many alopecia patients have undetected thyroid abnormalities that can be found through physical exams.
research Compliance With Contraceptives and Other Treatments
People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.
research Dietary Supplement Increases Anagen Hair Rate in Women With Telogen Effluvium: Results of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
The dietary supplement helped increase hair growth in women with hair loss.
research Risks of Skin, Hair, and Nail Supplements
Some skin, hair, and nail supplements can be toxic, interact with medications, affect lab tests, and may increase cancer risk.
research High Real-World Medication Adherence and Durable Clinical Benefit in Medicare Patients Treated with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Older patients sticking to their prostate medication saw lasting health benefits.
research Drug Information Analysis Service: Effectiveness of Cromolyn Sodium in Treating Asthma in Children Under 2 Years Old
Cromolyn sodium's effectiveness for treating asthma in children under 2 is unclear, possibly more beneficial for older children, and further research is needed.
research The Feasibility and Utility of Hair Follicle Sampling to Measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA in Children With or Without Fragile X Syndrome: A Pilot Study
Hair follicle sampling is a practical method for measuring biomarkers in children with and without Fragile X syndrome.
research HairMax LaserComb Laser Phototherapy Device in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
HairMax LaserComb® effectively promotes hair growth and stops hair loss in males with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious side effects.