research Hair Pull Test: Evidence-Based Update and Revision of Guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
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research Madarosis: A Marker of Many Maladies
Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.
research Pregnancy and the Skin
Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and stretch marks, and some may have skin conditions that usually get better after giving birth.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia: An Update, Looking to the Future
The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
research Zinc in Skin Pathology and Care
Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
research Pharmacotherapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Update
New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
research Treatment Strategies for Alopecia
Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I
Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
research Interventions for Hirsutism (Excluding Laser and Photoepilation Therapy Alone)
Some medicines can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to compare treatments and consider side effects.
research Utilization of Telemedicine in the U.S. Military in a Deployed Setting
The U.S. military's teledermatology program was effective in providing fast and successful skin care in remote locations, preventing unnecessary evacuations.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient
A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
research What Every Physician Should Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.
research Tinea Capitis in Adult Women Masquerading as Bacterial Pyoderma
Tinea capitis can be misdiagnosed as bacterial infection in adult women but is treatable with antifungal medication.
research Photobiomodulation Therapy in Management of Cancer Therapy-Induced Side Effects: WALT Position Paper 2022
Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
research Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Events in Women with Androgen Excess
Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
research Contemporary Medical Therapy for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a hair loss condition often confused with other types, requiring early treatment but usually not resulting in significant hair regrowth.
research Management of the Female With Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Patient-Oriented Approach
The document concludes that managing non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia in females requires personalized treatment, genetic counseling, and a team of specialists.
research A Case of Topical Ruxolitinib Treatment Failure in Alopecia Areata
Topical ruxolitinib failed to regrow hair in a 66-year-old with alopecia areata.
research Interventions for Hirsutism Excluding Laser and Photoepilation Therapy Alone: Abridged Cochrane Systematic Review Including GRADE Assessments
Some medications can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to find the best treatment combinations.
research Diagnosis and Challenges of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence
Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.
research Pharmacologic Modulation of Sebaceous Gland Activity: Mechanisms and Clinical Applications
The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.
research Endocrinological Evaluation and Hormonal Therapy for Women with Difficult Acne
Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With Steroid Solution
The steroid solution can regrow hair but often causes skin issues and doesn't work long-term.
research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
research Hepatotoxicity with Low- and Ultralow-Dose Flutamide: A Surveillance Study on 203 Hyperandrogenic Young Females
Low and ultralow doses of flutamide can cause liver damage in young women with high androgen levels, regardless of dose or birth control use, with higher risk for those with higher BMI and liver enzyme levels before treatment.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence and Type 2 Diabetes
Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.
research Use of Body Hair and Beard Hair in Hair Restoration
Body and beard hair can be used for hair restoration in severely bald patients, but the technique is complex and costly.
research Historical Aspects of Dermatomycoses
Doctors have known about fungal skin infections for a long time, but only made major progress in understanding and treating them since the mid-1800s.
research Obesity and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obesity worsens Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms, and weight loss is a key treatment.