research Selections from Current Literature: Androgenetic Alopecia - The Science Behind a New Oral Treatment
New oral treatment, finasteride, effectively and safely treats common hair loss.
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Sandalore® reduces hair shedding and increases hair volume in women with telogen effluvium.
research Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Pattern Hair Loss: A Systematic Review
PRP therapy may increase hair density in pattern hair loss without serious side effects, but more research is needed.
research Ethical Principles for Everyone
The document concludes that more research is needed on the hepatitis B vaccine's side effects and the effectiveness of certain treatments for specific diseases.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Complementary Therapies for Idiopathic Hirsutism: Topical Licorice as a Promising Option
Adding licorice gel to laser treatment is more effective for reducing facial hair than laser alone.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction and Depression in Finasteride Users for Male Pattern Hair Loss: A Serious Concern or Red Herring?
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause sexual dysfunction and depression, but these effects are usually temporary and the drug is generally safe. More research is needed.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen, and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men
Dutasteride and finasteride do not significantly affect bone density, blood fats, or blood production, but slightly lower PSA levels and minimally impact sexual function in healthy young men.
research Ritlecitinib And Brepocitinib Demonstrate Significant Improvement In Scalp Alopecia Areata Biomarkers
Two drugs, ritlecitinib and brepocitinib, improved scalp hair loss condition markers.
research Clinical Study on the Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Men
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in Chinese men with minimal side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of Different JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
Oral baricitinib and ruxolitinib are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
research Effect of Finasteride on Prostate-Specific Antigen
Finasteride significantly reduces PSA levels in men, and doctors should adjust PSA readings for those taking the drug.
research Interventions for Alopecia Areata
Current treatments for alopecia show no significant long-term benefits.
research Topical Calcipotriol for Preventive Treatment of Hypertrophic Scars
Calcipotriol doesn't prevent hypertrophic scars, but keratinocyte activation is important in scar formation.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
PRP therapy helps slow hair loss and increases hair thickness.
research Testosterone for Low Libido in Postmenopausal Women Not Taking Estrogen: A Phase III Study of Female Sexual Dysfunction on Testosterone Patch Without Estrogen (APHRODITE)
Testosterone patches can modestly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women not on estrogen therapy.
research Efficacy of Baricitinib in Patients With Various Degrees of Alopecia Areata Severity: Results From Brave-AA1 and Brave-AA2
Baricitinib was effective in regrowing hair in patients with different levels of alopecia areata severity.
research Clinical Trial of Topical Application of Mixed Complex Fermented Extracts Encapsulated in Poly-Gamma Glutamic Acid Hydrogel Nanoparticles in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
The solution increased hair density safely and effectively for hair loss.
research Retraction of: Transurethral Resection of Prostate and Bleeding: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial to See the Efficacy of Short-Term Use of Finasteride and Dutasteride on Operative Blood Loss and Prostatic Microvessel Density
The journal retracted an article due to inaccurate statistics and asked the authors to revise and resubmit it.
research Vitamin D Protection Against Acute UV Damage: A Critical Role of Autophagy in the Skin
Vitamin D can reduce skin inflammation caused by UV rays by enhancing cell "fitness" and skin repair.
research Finasteride Reduces Serum PSA to a Similar Extent at 1 mg and 5 mg Daily Doses
Finasteride lowers PSA levels about the same whether taken at 1 mg or 5 mg daily.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibition Prevents the Luteal Phase Increase in Plasma Allopregnanolone Levels and Mitigates Symptoms in Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
High-dose dutasteride reduces PMDD symptoms by stabilizing neurosteroid levels.
research Antiandrogen Drugs Lower Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Hirsute Subjects: Evidence That Serum PSA Is a Marker of Androgen Action in Women
Antiandrogen drugs can reduce PSA levels in women with excess hair, suggesting PSA is a sign of male hormone activity in women.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitors For Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors effectively improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata with an acceptable safety profile.
research Systematic Review: The Platelet-Rich Plasma Use in Female Androgenetic Alopecia as Effective Autologous Treatment of Regenerative Plastic Surgery
Platelet-rich plasma is a safe and effective treatment for female hair loss.
research The Evaluation of JAK Inhibitors on Effect and Safety in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 2018 Patients
JAK inhibitors help hair regrowth in alopecia areata but have a high risk of side effects.
research Efficacy of Oral Tofacitinib in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris
Oral tofacitinib significantly improves lichen planopilaris symptoms without adverse effects.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Applications, The Past 5 Years: A Review Article
PRP can reduce pain and improve function, but more standardized research is needed.
research Are PSA Adjustments Necessary for Prostate Cancer Screening in Men Taking Finasteride for Hair Loss?
Finasteride for hair loss lowers PSA levels, so PSA values need adjusting when screening for prostate cancer.
research Phase I/II Randomized Bilateral Half-Head Comparison of Topical Bexarotene 1% Gel for Alopecia Areata
Topical bexarotene 1% gel might help regrow hair in alopecia areata and is generally safe.