6 citations,
May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
3 citations,
April 2013 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” Combination therapy for 9+ months maintains symptom improvements after stopping alpha-blockers or finasteride.
3 citations,
January 2011 in “Female pelvic medicine & reconstructive surgery” Hormones significantly affect women's sexual function, and more research is needed to improve treatments for sexual dysfunction with minimal side effects.
3 citations,
September 2000 in “Geriatric nursing” Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “Aging” Elastic Net DNA methylation clocks are inaccurate for predicting age and health status; a "noise barometer" may better indicate aging and disease.
2 citations,
June 2013 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Taking alfuzosin and finasteride together caused temporary vision loss in a glaucoma patient, but switching to tamsulosin helped.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Traditional treatment for pediatric alopecia areata is most effective and should be first choice.
1 citations,
June 2017 in “Skin” Apremilast may help treat lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia when other treatments fail.
1 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that the skin is a complex organ providing protection, sensation, and healing, with challenges in treating conditions like itchiness.
1 citations,
January 2010 Mesotherapy is more effective than topical spray for female hair loss treatment.
1 citations,
November 2008 in “Gerontology” Older adults use lifestyle drugs to improve life quality and appearance, but caution is needed due to side effects and potential abuse.
1 citations,
January 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Hair follicle stem cells can turn into many cell types and may help repair nerve damage and have other medical uses.
February 2024 in “Hormones” Future hormone therapy trials should match the diverse needs and priorities of the gender-diverse community.
December 2023 in “Revista Urología Colombiana / Colombian Urology Journal” More research is needed to find effective treatments for sickle cell disease-related priapism.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics” Moringa seed oil helped hair growth in rabbits, with the highest dose being most effective.
December 2023 in “Research and reports in urology” A young man with high-grade prostate cancer had successful surgery and good recovery, highlighting the need for awareness in younger men.
October 2023 in “JOJ dermatology & cosmetics” Thiocyanate helps hair growth and can be supplemented in diet or applied topically.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
August 2022 in “Nature Biotechnology” Drug approvals slowed in 2Q22, but notable drugs like Amvuttra, Camzyos, and Olumiant were approved.
May 2021 in “Boletín latinoamericano y del Caribe de plantas medicinales y aromáticas” Microsechium helleri extract has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and heart-protective benefits.
August 2020 in “Revista de chimie” Nitroglycerin ointment is now used to treat several skin conditions with fewer side effects.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
June 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” UV radiation may cause DNA changes in skin, certain UVB therapy helps psoriasis, a new gene mutation is linked to mild piebaldism, different immune cells affect psoriasis, a drug promotes hair growth, and some cancer drugs could treat skin barrier issues.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Minoxidil helps lower severe blood pressure and promotes hair growth but can have serious side effects and must be used continuously.
April 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The session covered updates on skin treatments, including radiotherapy, imiquimod, acitretin, JAK inhibitors, and strategies for managing rosacea and preventing surgical infections.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
April 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Many women experience sexual dysfunction, but few seek help, and better treatment and medical training are needed.
Saw palmetto is not proven to improve urinary flow, prostate size, or hair loss.
September 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Aging causes hair to gray and thin, with the timing of graying varying by race, and factors like oxidative stress and genetics can lead to hair loss.
July 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that various hypersensitivity diseases in horses can be diagnosed and treated with methods like immunotherapy and medication, and early aggressive treatment is crucial for severe diseases like equine cutaneous pythiosis.