research Alopecias
Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
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research Cutaneous Manifestations of Eating Disorders
Eating disorders can cause skin problems that need treating the underlying condition for better health.
research Cognitive Effects of Testosterone and Finasteride Administration in Older Hypogonadal Men
Testosterone improves mood and thinking skills; finasteride has no effect.
research Dermatologic Changes Associated With Interleukin 2 Administration
IL-2 treatment causes skin eruptions and other reversible side effects, and may play a role in psoriasis.
research Safety and Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil helps hair growth and prevents hair loss in androgenetic alopecia. It's safe and effective.
research Reduced Cardiotoxicity and Comparable Efficacy in a Phase III Trial of Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin HCl (CAELYX/Doxil) Versus Conventional Doxorubicin for First-Line Treatment of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Pegylated liposomal doxorubicin is as effective as conventional doxorubicin but causes fewer heart problems and side effects.
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 Docetaxel, Cisplatin and 5-Fluorouracil in Patients with Locally Advanced Unresectable Head and Neck Cancer: A Phase I-II Feasibility Study
The treatment combining docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-FU is feasible and effective for advanced head and neck cancer.
research Bicalutamide: A Potential New Oral Antiandrogenic Drug for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Bicalutamide may be a promising alternative treatment for female pattern hair loss.
research Efficacy and Safety of Docetaxel in the Elderly
Docetaxel is safe and works well for older people with cancer, with manageable side effects.
research Musculoskeletal and Body Composition Response to High-Dose Testosterone with Finasteride After Chronic Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study
Testosterone with finasteride improved muscle and bone health in men with spinal cord injury.
research The Role of Patient and Drug-Related Factors in Oral Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: Analyses of Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Oral minoxidil rarely causes pericardial effusion, especially at low doses.
research The Role of Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Minoxidil shows promise for alopecia areata, but more research is needed before it can be recommended as a primary treatment.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Certain medications can reduce mortality risk in COPD patients, but others can increase risks of cardiovascular issues, postoperative delirium, and other adverse effects.
research Combination of Oral Minoxidil and Bicalutamide for the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss in Adolescents
Combining oral minoxidil and bicalutamide may help improve hair growth in adolescent girls.
research Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia with Minoxidil 2%
Minoxidil 2% effectively treats female hair loss, promoting growth and density.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in the Female
2% topical minoxidil effectively treats female hair loss with minimal side effects.
research Understanding, Recognizing, and Managing Toxicities of Targeted Anticancer Therapies
Targeted anticancer therapies can cause severe side effects similar to traditional chemotherapy, but with different types.
research Standards of Care for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender-Nonconforming People, Version 7
The guidelines recommend informed consent for gender-affirming treatments and stress the importance of personalized, culturally sensitive care for transgender individuals.
research Treatments for Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Narrative Review
Some treatments for severe hair loss work but often have side effects, with baricitinib showing the most promise.
research The Efficacy and Safety of Oral and Topical Spironolactone in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment: A Systematic Review
Spironolactone can effectively treat hair loss with manageable side effects.
research The Role of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Obstruction and Related Conditions
Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic obstruction, improves urinary flow, reduces prostate size, and may prevent prostate cancer, but can cause sexual side effects.
research Aldesleukin
Aldesleukin can treat certain cancers and increase HIV patient CD4+ counts but often causes severe side effects.
research Long-Term Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil in Male Pattern Baldness
Topical minoxidil effectively treats male pattern baldness and prevents hair loss.
research Safety Concerns When Using Novel Medications to Treat Alopecia
Consider benefits and risks of new alopecia treatments for safety.
research A Randomized Clinical Trial of 5% Topical Minoxidil Versus 2% Topical Minoxidil and Placebo in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
5% minoxidil works better for hair growth and density, with minor irritation.
research Use of Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Minoxidil helps hair growth and reduces shedding in women.
research Assessment of the Obese Patient
Doctors need to be better prepared to assess and treat obesity in patients.
research Skin Signs of Systemic Diseases
Looking at skin can help find and treat serious diseases early.
research Safety of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata are linked to minor side effects like headache and acne, but not to an increased risk of serious adverse events.