research Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology
Experts discussed hair care, genetic hair defects, hair loss treatments, nail surgery, lupus treatments, skin infections, and cosmetic allergies.
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research Medical Treatments for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.
research Lifestyle Changes in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lifestyle changes can improve body composition, excess male hormone levels, and insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
research Lichen Planopilaris Treated With a Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma Agonist
A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Review of 19 Patients Seen at Duke University
Dutasteride may help stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options
Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
research Spironolactone Is an Effective and Well-Tolerated Systemic Antiandrogen Therapy for Hirsute Women
Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Clinical, Pathophysiologic, and Therapeutic Review
No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
research Evaluation of Female Fertility: AMH and Ovarian Reserve Testing
AMH helps estimate ovarian reserve but doesn't predict pregnancy chances; age is more important.
research Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have more body hair, acne, and skin darkening, and these signs are linked to metabolic issues like insulin resistance and high cholesterol.
research Metformin Therapy for the Reproductive and Metabolic Consequences of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin has limited effectiveness for improving PCOS symptoms and lacks clear benefits, needing more research to confirm its efficacy.
research Low Sex-Hormone Binding Globulin Levels in Young Women with Diffuse Hair Loss
Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.
research Treatment of Localized Scleroderma and Lichen Sclerosus with Etretinate
Etretinate has only moderate effects on localized scleroderma and lichen sclerosus.
research Insulin-Lowering Medications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.
research An Update on Medical Treatment Options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Children and Adolescents: A Review of Treatment Options
More pediatric-specific research and guidelines are needed to improve hidradenitis suppurativa treatment in children and adolescents.
research When Should an Insulin Sensitizing Agent Be Used in the Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Metformin should be used for PCOS mainly in those with glucose intolerance, and has limited benefits for infertility or hirsutism.
research Finasteride and Its Potential for the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: Evidence to Date
Finasteride shows promise for female hair loss, but more research needed.
research Ovarian SAHA Syndrome Is Associated With a More Insulin-Resistant Profile and Represents an Independent Risk Factor for Glucose Abnormalities in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Prospective Controlled Study
Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.
research The Efficacy and Use of Finasteride in Women: A Systematic Review
Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.
research Avicequinone C Isolated from Avicennia Marina Exhibits 5α-Reductase Type 1 Inhibitory Activity Using an Androgenic Alopecia Relevant Cell-Based Assay System
Avicequinone C, a compound found in the Avicennia marina plant, can reduce hair loss by inhibiting a hormone linked to androgenic alopecia.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Dermatologic Diseases and Problems of Women Throughout the Life Cycle
Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.
research Use of Metformin in Pediatric Age
Metformin helps manage diabetes, PCOS, and weight in kids but needs more research for long-term safety.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Itraconazole in the Treatment of Acute and Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidosis: Comparison of a 1-Day and a 3-Day Regimen
A 1-day or 3-day itraconazole treatment is effective for acute vulvovaginal candidosis, but recurrent cases may need longer treatment.
research Bipolar Disorders and Valproate: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Therapeutic Effects, and Indications of Valproate: Review of Articles
Valproate is a mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder but has side effects and risks, especially during pregnancy.
research Desideratum Dermatologicum: Cause and Control of Premenstrual Acne Flare
Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.
research An Old Problem with a New Cause: 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Persistent Sexual Dysfunction
Hair loss drugs like finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mood side effects, and more research is needed to understand these risks.
research The Role of Androgen Therapy
Testosterone therapy can help women with androgen deficiency by improving energy, sex drive, and bone health with few side effects.