27 citations
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January 2018 in “Drug Delivery” In this study, researchers investigated a new local drug delivery system using glycol chitosan hydrogel and doxorubicin (GC10/DOX) for thyroid cancer in mice, finding it produced a stronger antitumor effect compared to conventional treatment methods.
1 citations
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January 2013 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This study reported that adding the topical product CG210 to oral finasteride 1mg significantly increased hair diameter more than finasteride alone in male androgenetic alopecia patients already stabilized on finasteride treatment.
In this large retrospective study, patients using compounded topical finasteride and minoxidil through a telehealth platform for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and low incidence of side effects, with no need for higher care or treatment discontinuation due to adverse reactions.
8 citations
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April 2004 in “The Journal of Urology” Doxazosin and finasteride negatively affect sexual function in men with BPH.
September 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” Alfonso Barrera was recognized as Surgeon of the Month.
August 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study evaluated online resources for alopecia areata patients and highlighted the value of directing them to Alopecia UK, National Alopecia Areata Foundation, and Health Talk for psychological support.
January 2011 in “Therapeutic research” This study found that before finasteride was available, fewer than 20% of men were satisfied with over-the-counter hair loss treatments, and more than half wanted to consult a medical professional.
8 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of adolescent health” This review discusses strategies for maintaining access to gender-affirming care for gender diverse youth during the COVID-19 pandemic and reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study analyzed trends in consumer and physician interest in nonsurgical hair loss therapies, finding that internet searches for treatments like minoxidil and low-level laser therapy increased over time, influenced by regulations and social media.
July 2022 in “American Journal of Kidney Diseases” This narrative describes a dialogue between a nephrologist and a patient about skin darkening during dialysis, highlighting cultural sensitivity and the importance of addressing cosmetic concerns in medical care.
June 2019 in “The Medical journal of Basrah University” This study found that laparoscopic ovarian drilling effectively decreased LH and testosterone levels, aiding fertility in PCOS patients nonresponsive to certain medications, without negatively impacting ovarian reserve.
In the Ovulation and Menstruation Health Pilot Study, multimodal recruitment strategies effectively increased racial diversity and survey completion rates for studying menstrual disorders like PCOS.
October 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.
2 citations
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March 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article narrates a case where a patient with androgenetic alopecia faced high out-of-pocket costs for finasteride 1 mg and sought to reduce expenses by requesting a prescription for 5 mg tablets typically used for BPH, which are covered by insurance.
September 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article introduces Dr. Robert H. True and highlights the growing field of hair restoration but does not report new research findings.
1 citations
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July 2013 in “Clinical Drug Investigation”
February 2022 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Low-dose oral minoxidil is a promising, safe treatment for various hair diseases, improving hair thickness and density, but more research is needed on long-term side effects and treatment duration.
11 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of Biomedical Semantics” This study expands the Drug Ontology to include therapeutic indications for resistant hypertension, malaria, and opioid abuse research, providing a framework for additional drug use representations beyond their original design.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This abstract outlines a lecture discussing the rise of influencers alongside the internet, highlighting their impact on user behavior in social media by sharing personal experiences and engaging in political and medical discourse.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This study surveyed dermatologists and found that Doxepin was the most preferred anti-depressant for treating psycho dermatoses in elderly patients.
3 citations
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May 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists greatly affect inpatient diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, especially in spotting infections in patients with weakened immune systems.
November 2003 in “PubMed” December 2023 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” In this case report from People's College of Medical Sciences, a 20-year-old man initially misdiagnosed with Addison's disease was ultimately found to have strongyloidiasis, with his symptoms and weight loss improving after antihelminthic treatment.
January 2007 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This review addresses concerns about finasteride and high-grade prostate cancers but reports no new clinical results.
This study utilized the USFDA AERS to identify significant associations between various medications—such as anti-osteoporotic drugs and phenytoin—and gingival disorders, noting emergent signals with finasteride, COVID-19 vaccine, and levothyroxine, suggesting a need for awareness of oral side effects.
August 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” January 2021 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” This submission critiques policies on "effective referral" for euthanasia and assisted suicide, highlighting potential threats to physicians' civil liberties and suggesting revisions to uphold freedom of conscience in medical practice.
January 2004 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses how the Internet and World Wide Web have revolutionized communication and freedom of expression but reports no new research findings.
This article discusses new guidelines recommending finasteride for asymptomatic men during prostate cancer screening to reduce disease risk, but notes no impact on mortality; it reports no new results.