July 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This commentary discusses donor area alopecia resulting from follicular unit excision, noting that numerous small scars can lead to thinning in the donor area, and calls attention to this emerging issue.
This review discusses various techniques for depigmentation in vitiligo patients and suggests that cryotherapy, performed by an experienced professional, may be the most cost-effective and accessible method.
January 2018 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study describes the use of automatic Biofibre® hair implants as a surgical technique for hair restoration, offering immediate aesthetic results for men and women with hair loss or thinning, provided certain conditions for success are met.
January 2018 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that newspaper articles about alopecia vary in accuracy and reliability, often relying on general terms and expert consultations, but showed significant perception differences between readers and dermatologists, suggesting a need for more accurate media reporting.
November 2017 in “International journal of family & community medicine” This case report observed that hypogonadism and cold sensation resolved in a patient after discontinuing 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, suggesting these medications may contribute to such symptoms.
January 2017 in “Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica” This review discusses beard transplantation as a surgical option for enhancing male esthetics, particularly for those with sparse beards or facial scars, but does not report new clinical findings.
January 2017 in “International journal of transplantation & plastic surgery” This article reviews the historical development and advancements in hair transplant techniques, from punch grafting in the 1950s to the modern follicular unit extraction, and reports no new clinical results.
February 2016 in “PubMed” This review discusses testosterone replacement therapy, highlighting that most studies report no increased myocardial infarction risk when the therapy is properly administered with controlled hormone levels; it calls for careful consideration despite insurance coverage challenges.
This study examined patients visiting a dermatology clinic at a secondary health facility and identified the ten most common skin disease groups among them, considering factors like clinical diagnosis, age, gender, and seasonal variations.
This article reviews hair restoration surgery for scalp scars and cicatricial alopecia, emphasizing the importance of design, consultation, and realistic patient expectations; it reports no new clinical results.
January 2015 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” This report describes a case where travoprost treatment for open-angle glaucoma was associated with periocular hypertrichosis, hyperpigmentation, and eyelash growth, which gradually improved after discontinuation.
September 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the role of transplantation in hair restoration but reports no new clinical findings.
July 2014 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” This article discusses various methods of facial enhancement, such as botulinum toxin and fillers, and emphasizes their temporary nature but reports no new clinical results.
June 2014 in “Pediatrics in review” This source discusses the noncontraceptive uses of combined oral contraceptives in adolescents, noting that a significant portion use them for issues like menstrual symptoms, but it reports no new study results.
May 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The number of dermatologists in the US increased from 1995 to 2011, but they were unevenly distributed, mainly in urban areas, and areas with higher income and education levels.
March 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the evolving field of hair transplantation surgery and reports no new experimental results, highlighting ongoing developments aimed at improving procedural success and doctor efficacy.
February 2012 in “Community oncology” Finasteride for hair loss may increase the risk of certain cancers and has side effects; better regulation and education on its use are needed.
December 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses the evolution of hair transplantation techniques over 23 years and highlights "Hair Transplantation" by Drs Avram and Rogers as a valuable reference in the field.
February 2011 in “Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice” This article reviews the conflicting approaches to patentability of dosage regimen inventions under Chinese law and reports no resolution on which position Chinese courts will adopt.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This book critiques Dr. Conroy's theory on Morgellon's disease, highlighting a lack of scientific evidence and detailing his unverified claims about fungal organisms attracted to cocaine.
October 2009 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” This report describes a case where selenium supplementation in excess may have led to toxic liver injury, suggesting that high-dose selenium can cause hepatic necrosis.
Finasteride significantly reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
January 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Post-steroid panniculitis is now rare because doctors taper steroids more carefully.
February 2006 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer cases.
December 2005 in “Journal of Medical Regulation” This summary describes the changes and developments in medical education and accreditation in Australia, as reported by the Australian Medical Council, highlighting increased collaboration among medical schools and new specialty recognitions.
July 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This letter critiques misconceptions about vegetarian diets in medical literature, emphasizing that properly planned vegetarian diets are nutritionally adequate and can offer significant health benefits.
August 2003 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article is a book review published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology and does not report new scientific findings.
June 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This article is a book review published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology and reports no new clinical findings.
November 2001 in “The Journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences/The journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences” This case report from the University of Alabama describes a rare paradoxical effect where divalproex sodium was associated with increased agitation and hostility in a patient with schizoaffective disorder.
June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” This guest editorial in the International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology discusses unspecified topics but reports no new research findings.