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April 2018 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” New treatments and technologies in laser medicine show promise for improving skin conditions, fat reduction, cancer treatment, wound healing, and hair restoration.
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January 2005 in “Elsevier eBooks” Follicular Unit Transplantation is a precise hair restoration technique that requires careful planning and a skilled team, and Follicular Unit Extraction offers a less invasive option.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
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August 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists should be aware of and manage alopecia risks from certain cosmetic procedures.
11 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
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April 2006 in “Cephalalgia” Botulinum A toxin injections reduced pain and promoted hair regrowth in a woman with a rare form of alopecia areata.
April 2023 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Hair transplantation can improve scars after removing a rare skin cancer.
Using too much topical minoxidil can cause serious side effects like dizziness and low blood pressure.
June 2023 in “Clinical Case Reports” Complete surgical removal and regular check-ups are essential for treating a rare skin cancer, and hair transplant can help fix scars from cancer surgery.
61 citations,
March 2009 in “The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine” Early diagnosis and treatment of discoid lupus erythematosus improve outcomes.
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The ARTAS robotic system for hair restoration is efficient with fewer cuts than manual methods, but it's limited to certain hair types and can still leave scars.
December 2023 in “Ophtha Therapy” Eyebrow lifts are effective for facial rejuvenation but may leave visible scars.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” Hair transplantation with FUE is safe, effective, and better than FUT for male hair loss.
November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
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March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” Using psychological treatments can help manage skin conditions along with regular medical care.
7 citations,
February 2012 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The mini-lift is a less invasive face-lift for younger patients that is quicker, cheaper, and has a fast recovery, but is less effective for the midface and excessive neck skin.
April 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Some patients with hair loss after mild COVID-19 had positive tests for certain autoantibodies.
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January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Parathyroid hormones are important for hair growth, but their use in treating hair loss from chemotherapy is still uncertain.
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Combining mometasone furoate cream with adapalene gel is safer and more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than using the cream alone.
11 citations,
January 2020 in “Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences” Antidepressants can cause long-term side effects like severe withdrawal symptoms and sexual dysfunction, which can last for months or years after stopping the medication.
November 2009 in “Reactions Weekly” Two women lost hair after mesotherapy for hair loss, with one having permanent and the other temporary hair loss.
16 citations,
December 2011 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Propranolol is effective and safe for treating infantile hemangioma, but more research is needed for dosing and monitoring guidelines.
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June 2007 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” A man's rare tumor caused unusual nerve-related symptoms that improved after surgery.
January 2024 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Ritlecitinib is safe and well-tolerated for treating alopecia areata in patients aged 12 and older.
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December 2018 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” HPV vaccines are generally safe but need further investigation for rare side effects.
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June 1993 in “BMJ” Alopecia is a key indicator of thallium poisoning.
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July 2016 in “Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics” The document concludes that the endoscopic brow lift is a less invasive cosmetic surgery that requires careful technique and patient selection to achieve lasting, aesthetically pleasing results.
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September 1999 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Skin ulcers from interferon may not depend on the amount given.
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June 2007 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” A woman experienced temporary hair loss after jaw surgery due to the stress of the operation.