1 citations,
July 2021 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” Lipedema is a painful fat disorder in women that's hard to treat, often worsens with hormonal changes, and requires symptom-focused therapies.
67 citations,
September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
23 citations,
July 1982 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
September 2023 in “Current opinion in microbiology” Certain fungi protect skin health, but changes can allow harmful fungi to cause serious infections, needing more research for treatment and control.
10 citations,
December 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “BJUI” Urologists should monitor mental health in patients taking finasteride due to potential links to suicidal thoughts, adjusting dosage or stopping use if necessary. More research is needed to confirm if finasteride causes these thoughts.
March 2023 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Early diagnosis and treatment of systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis are crucial for improvement.
11 citations,
April 1993 in “Chest” Man drank minoxidil, caused low blood pressure and fast heartbeat, treatment helped but led to heart damage.
21 citations,
May 1996 in “Current problems in dermatology” Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
28 citations,
September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
20 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.
5 citations,
February 2019 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair loss can be reversed or even cured using advanced hair restoration techniques, with rare complications like swelling and bleeding.
30 citations,
May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
87 citations,
December 2015 in “Cochrane library” No single treatment is clearly effective for central serous chorioretinopathy.
1 citations,
January 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Pulsed dye laser and hydrogel dressings effectively treat hypertrophic scars.
130 citations,
January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia cause skin problems, and dermatologists can help detect these disorders early for better treatment outcomes.
January 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The letters discussed medical tools, costs, treatment efficacy, and patient care complexities.
January 2019 in “SAGE Open Medical Case Reports” A scalp biopsy revealed systemic amyloidosis in a woman who initially seemed to have a common hair loss condition.
55 citations,
July 2013 in “Dermatologic therapy” Some dermatological medications can impair male fertility, so consult a doctor before trying to conceive.
15 citations,
September 2005 in “The Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association/Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association” Trilostane effectively treated hair loss in Alaskan Malamutes with no adverse effects.
19 citations,
May 1984 in “Digestive diseases and sciences” A young woman's Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved on its own after she gave birth.
December 2021 in “Aegean journal of obstetrics and gynecology” A woman's male-like physical changes were caused by two rare ovarian conditions.
5 citations,
October 2013 in “Endocrine” Blood tests can detect ovarian Leydig cell tumors when scans don't, and surgery can confirm and treat these tumors.
22 citations,
February 2010 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice/Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice” The cause of atypical Cushing's syndrome in dogs, possibly linked to sex hormones, is not yet proven.
October 2014 in “Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology” Genetic testing for cancer risk can lead to early and life-saving treatments in people without symptoms.
44 citations,
September 2012 in “Archives of Dermatology” Hair breakage may be an early sign of a hair loss condition called CCCA in African American women.
3 citations,
August 2018 in “Medical Journal Armed Forces India/MJAFI” Intense Pulse Light effectively reduces hair growth in faun tail nevus.
43 citations,
November 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair and nail changes can indicate health issues, including cancer and side effects from cancer treatments.
25 citations,
October 1976 in “The BMJ” A woman showed neurological symptoms from psittacosis linked to bird exposure, improving after antibiotic treatment.
July 2018 in “Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science”