research Benefit and Risk Profile of Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Tofacitinib is somewhat effective for alopecia areata, but more research is needed on its safety and long-term effects.
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research Hair Loss After Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Many people experience hair loss after weight loss surgery, especially younger women, and it's linked to lower levels of zinc, folic acid, and ferritin.
research Stigmatization Caused by Hair Loss – A Systematic Literature Review
Hair loss can lead to significant stigma and lower quality of life, especially for women and those with certain types of alopecia.
research Efficacy and Safety of Different JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Association Between Male Pattern Baldness and Prostate Disease: A Meta-Analysis
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Use of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: The First Systematic Review
Low-level laser therapy can improve hair density in people with androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to find out who it works best for.
research Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Women with Hyperandrogenism, Oligomenorrhea, or Polycystic Ovaries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Women with irregular periods have a higher risk of heart disease.
research Association Between 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Use and the Risk of Depression: A Meta-Analysis
Using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may increase the risk of mild depression.
research Diuretics
Diuretics can cause serious side effects and should be used carefully.
research Androgenetic Alopecia as a Cardiovascular Risk Factor
Hair loss may increase heart disease risk.
research Finasteride
Finasteride helps hair growth and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects and increase tumor risk.
research Repurposing of Approved Cardiovascular Drugs
Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Platelet Preparations for Use in Facial Rejuvenation and Wound Healing: A Critical Review of Current Literature
Platelet preparations generally show positive effects on wound healing and facial rejuvenation, but more thorough research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Systematic Review of Platelet-Rich Plasma Use in Androgenetic Alopecia Compared with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Adult Stem Cell-Based Therapy
PRP injections may be a safe, effective alternative for hair loss treatment compared to minoxidil and finasteride.
research Effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature
PRP treatment helps hair growth in most cases, but more research needed.
research Types of Hair Loss and Treatment Options, Including the Novel Low-Level Light Therapy and Its Proposed Mechanism
Hair loss treatments include medications and new methods like low-level light therapy, which may work by boosting cell activity and blood flow.
research Testosterone Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but may cause side effects and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Risk of Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Vertex pattern hair loss linked to higher prostate cancer risk.
research Cognitive and Mood Side Effects of Lower Urinary Tract Medication
Some medications for bladder problems can cause memory issues or mood changes, and doctors should monitor these side effects.
research Identifying the Supportive Care Needs of Men and Women Affected by Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: A Systematic Review
People undergoing chemotherapy need better support and information to cope with hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Monotherapy in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Meta-Analysis
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.
research Therapeutic Effect of Botulinum Toxin on Scalp Alopecia: Physiopathology and Reported Cases - A Systematic Review
Botulinum toxin's effectiveness for treating scalp alopecia is not well-supported due to insufficient data.
research Analyzing the Efficacy of Isotretinoin in Treating Dissecting Cellulitis: A Literature Review and Meta-Analysis
Isotretinoin is effective for treating dissecting cellulitis, but recurrence is common.
research Comparison of the Treatment Outcome of Oral Tofacitinib with Other Conventional Therapies in Refractory Alopecia Totalis and Universalis: A Retrospective Study
Tofacitinib works better and is more tolerable for severe alopecia than conventional treatments and DPCP immunotherapy.
research Self-Concept and Body Image of People Living with Lupus: A Systematic Review
Lupus patients' body image issues significantly affect their mental health and need more support.
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 Recommendations for Endocrine Treatment of Patients with Gender Dysphoria
The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research The Role of Metformin in the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin helps improve symptoms and reproductive outcomes in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research COVID-19, Androgens, and Androgenic Alopecia
COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.