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January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” Finasteride 1.25 mg showed small improvements in hair density and thickness for female pattern hair loss, but more research is needed.
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Spironolactone might lower the chance of getting rosacea.
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January 2021 in “Inflammatory Bowel Diseases” Tofacitinib improved ulcerative colitis, skin ulcers, and hair loss in a patient who didn't respond well to other treatments.
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December 2023 in “Journal of clinical immunology” Ruxolitinib significantly improves multiple autoimmune conditions in APS-1 patients.
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March 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
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April 2012 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery” Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.
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June 2011 in “New England journal of medicine/The New England journal of medicine” 5α-reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but could also raise the risk of more severe cancers.
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August 2019 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, but use cautiously and monitor side effects.
110 citations,
August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
106 citations,
April 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Low-level light therapy safely improves hair growth and thickness for androgenetic alopecia.
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December 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil and spironolactone combo effectively reduces hair loss and improves hair density in women.
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February 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.
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August 2013 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Wound healing insights can improve regenerative medicine.
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May 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP therapy may effectively treat hair loss, but more research needed.
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May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.
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May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP injections effectively treat hair loss, with positive results in both monthly and every three months treatments.
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January 2018 in “Expert review of precision medicine and drug development” Drug repositioning is becoming more targeted and efficient with new technologies, offering personalized treatment options and growing interest in the field.
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March 2020 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Finasteride shows promise for female hair loss, but more research needed.
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June 2013 in “Obesity Reviews” Mesotherapy might help reduce fat in specific areas for those close to their ideal weight, but more research and care are needed to ensure safety.
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October 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The Brazilian Society of Dermatology agrees that oral isotretinoin is effective for acne and other skin conditions, and it's safe when monitored, but more research is needed on dosing and duration.
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January 2018 in “Expert opinion on emerging drugs” JAK inhibitors may soon be a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata.
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