research Ongoing Concerns Regarding Finasteride for the Treatment of Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride may cause side effects; more research needed.
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research Relationship of the Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Controlled, Population-Based Study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research Trichotillometry: A Technique for Hair Assessment
Trichotillometry is a reliable method to measure hair strength and assess hair loss treatments.
research Response to Variables Affecting the Potential Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatology
The authors concluded that PRP injections were not significantly effective for treating lichen planopilaris and its variants and should not be used as the only treatment.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Does Tissue Iron Status Have a Role in Female Alopecia?
Iron deficiency is not a significant cause of hair loss in women.
research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Systematic Investigation of a Potential Epidemiological and Genetic Association Between Male Androgenetic Alopecia and COVID-19
No significant link between male pattern baldness and COVID-19 severity was found.
research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Black and White Women of the Southeastern United States: A Prospective Study
PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.
research Alterations in Androgen Conjugate Levels in Women and Men with Alopecia
Women with hair loss have higher androgen levels, while men with early balding have altered androgen ratios.
research Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial of Laser Laparoscopy in the Treatment of Pelvic Pain Associated with Minimal, Mild, and Moderate Endometriosis
Laser laparoscopy effectively reduces pelvic pain in women with mild to moderate endometriosis and is safe to use.
research Immunohistochemical Analysis of Estrogen and Progesterone Receptors in Endometrium and Peritoneal Endometriosis: A New Quantitative Method
The new method showed that endometriotic tissue has lower estrogen receptor levels but similar progesterone levels compared to normal endometrium, with both following a similar cycle.
research Rehabilitating the Journal Club: A Review of Journal Clubs in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
The document concludes that severe trauma can cause temporary hair loss, known as Telogen Effluvium, which usually resolves without treatment.
research Serum Ferritin and Vitamin D in Female Hair Loss: Do They Play a Role?
Low iron and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss in women.
research Therapeutic Success of Epidermal Grafting in Generalized Vitiligo Is Limited by the Koebner Phenomenon
Skin grafting can help repigment vitiligo, but it's less effective for widespread cases due to the Koebner phenomenon.
research Hair Growth Promotant Activity of Petroleum Ether Root Extract of Glycyrrhiza Glabra L (Fabaceae) in Female Rats
Licorice root extract may promote hair growth in female rats.
research Detecting Shortcut Learning for Fair Medical AI Using Shortcut Testing
The ShorT method can detect and help reduce bias in medical AI by identifying shortcut learning.
research Effect of Nutritional Teaching Program on Clinical Outcomes for Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
Nutritional education reduces chemotherapy side effects and improves health in breast cancer patients.
research Cluster Headache: Acute and Prophylactic Therapy
Sumatriptan injections, high-flow oxygen, and verapamil effectively treat cluster headaches.
research Diagnostic Value of Chromosomal Microarray Analysis in Patients With Congenital Anomalies and Dysmorphic Features; Details of Two New Patients With 2q33 Deletions
Chromosomal microarray analysis is important for diagnosing rare genetic variations and guiding treatment.
research Sex-Related Differences in the Pharmacological Response in SARS-CoV-2 Infection, Dyslipidemia, and Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review
Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
research Inhaled Medicines for Targeting Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Inhaling medicine may reduce side effects and improve treatment for a major lung cancer type.
research Novel Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Dermatologic Conditions
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
research Advanced Polymer Hydrogels That Promote Diabetic Ulcer Healing: Mechanisms, Classifications, and Medical Applications
Special gels help heal diabetic foot sores and reduce the risk of amputation or death.
research The Importance of Pharmaceutical Care in the Face of Increasing Prescription and Indiscriminate Use of Anxiolytics with a Focus on Benzodiazepines and Passiflora Incarnata L.
Pharmacists play a key role in managing the use of anxiety medications and ensuring patients use them correctly.
research The Importance of the Psychiatrist as a Member of the Multidisciplinary Pain Team
Psychiatrists are crucial in pain management teams because they help treat severe pain and related mental health issues.
research Should We Offer Thoracic Medial Branch Block Instead of Thoracic Vertebroplasty for Pain Management?
Thoracic medial branch block may be a simpler and effective alternative to thoracic vertebroplasty for pain management.
research Advanced Lipotransfer Techniques
The document outlines steps for moving fat from one body part to another.
research Liver Transplantation for Propionic Acidemia in Children
Liver transplantation is a viable option for children with propionic acidemia, improving quality of life and diet, but does not remove all risks and long-term brain outcomes are uncertain.
