research PLAU and SerpinB2 Role in Apoptosis in Leprosy
PLAU and SerpinB2 affect cell death differently in various forms of leprosy and could be targets for new treatments.
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research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
research Spanlastic-Laden Nanogel for Dermal Delivery of Bimatoprost in Androgenic Alopecia
Spanlastic-laden nanogel could be a better way to deliver hair growth medication through the skin for treating hair loss.
research The Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia in Children: Considerations of Pathophysiological Plausibility
AGA in children needs careful diagnosis due to low androgen levels and possible other causes.
research Hormonal Activity in Commonly Used Black Hair Care Products: Evaluating Hormone Disruption as a Plausible Contribution to Health Disparities
Common Black hair care products may affect hormone levels and potentially impact health, especially in reproductive and metabolic areas.
research Genetic Variation in the Human Androgen Receptor Gene Is the Major Determinant of Common Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Genetic variation in the androgen receptor gene mainly causes early-onset hair loss, with maternal inheritance playing a key role.
research Tactile Innervation Densities Across the Whole Body
Young adults have about 230,000 tactile nerve fibers, decreasing 5-8% per decade with age.
research Tactile Innervation Densities Across the Whole Body
The skin has about 230,000 touch-sensitive nerve fibers, with high concentrations in the hands and face.
research Occupational Alopecia or Alopecia Areata?
The conclusion is that the hair loss in the patients was likely due to alopecia areata, not boron exposure.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Finasteride Is of Uncertain Utility in Treating Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Finasteride's effectiveness for frontal fibrosing alopecia is uncertain.
research The Temptation of Large Numbers: Pitfalls in Epidemiological Research
Large databases in research can lead to misleading conclusions due to biases and chance findings; researchers should analyze data more rigorously.
research Coupled 3D Reconstruction of Sparse Facial Hair and Skin
The new algorithm accurately captures both facial hair and skin in 3D using a camera-based system.
research A Texture-Driven Model for Male Baldness
The document concludes that the new model realistically simulates male baldness and could be useful for medical purposes and entertainment.
research Euphemism as a Core Feature of Patientese: A Comparative Study Between English and French
People use different types of euphemisms for medical terms in English and French, which can cause confusion for non-native speaking healthcare professionals. Also, medical TV shows and the internet might make these terms more technical over time.
research Test Yolk Buffer and Antisperm Antibodies—Interaction?
Finasteride is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for hirsutism.
research Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis Induced by Hydroxychloroquine Prescribed for COVID-19
A patient developed a severe skin reaction and died after taking hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19.
research Medical Treatment of Recurrent Intussusception Associated With Intestinal Lymphoid Hyperplasia
Oral steroids may effectively treat recurrent intussusception in children with ILH, possibly avoiding surgery.
research Toe Tourniquet Syndrome in Association With Maternal Hair Loss
Baby's toe injury linked to mom's hair loss; check baby's toes and be careful with fruit gel snacks.
research Analysis of the Human Diseasome Using Phenotype Similarity Between Common, Genetic, and Infectious Diseases
The study found that diseases can be grouped by symptoms and that the accuracy of predicting disease-related genes varies with the data source.
research MendelVar: Gene Prioritization at GWAS Loci Using Phenotypic Enrichment of Mendelian Disease Genes
MendelVar is a tool that helps identify important genes by combining GWAS data with Mendelian disease information.
research Acne Development in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Acne is more common in men with male pattern baldness due to increased hormone levels.
research Persistent Wound Healing Disorders After Local Therapy of Scalp Field Cancerization with Imiquimod or Diclofenac
Older men with scalp wounds had long-term healing problems after using imiquimod or diclofenac for skin cancer prevention.
research A National Ethics Committee: Findings on Health Issues and Recommendations
Taking calcium may help elderly with osteoporosis, birth control with levonorgestrel doesn't increase heart attack risk, Salmonella can cause arthritis, a national ethics committee is recommended, and sulfasalazine might help with a hair loss condition.
research Hair Growth Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil, tretinoin, and finasteride may help hair regrowth in mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia.
research Meta-Analysis of Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral health affects overall well-being, with tooth loss impacting quality of life, nutrition, and health.
research Fetal Programming of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome by Androgen Excess: Evidence from Experimental, Clinical, and Genetic Association Studies
Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.
research HairMax LaserComb Laser Phototherapy Device in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
HairMax LaserComb® effectively promotes hair growth and stops hair loss in males with androgenetic alopecia, with no serious side effects.
research Do Men's Faces Really Signal Heritable Immunocompetence?
Masculine facial features may not reliably indicate heritable health, and more research is needed.
research Addressing Continuous Data for Participants Excluded from Trial Analysis: A Guide for Systematic Reviewers
The conclusion is that the risk of losing significance in meta-analysis results increases with smaller effects and more missing data, and using the median standard deviation for imputation is recommended.