research Alopecia From Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.
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research Agent: Minoxidil
Minoxidil helps lower severe blood pressure and promotes hair growth but can have serious side effects and must be used continuously.
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A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Procyanidin Oligomers Selectively and Intensively Promote Proliferation of Mouse Hair Epithelial Cells In Vitro and Activate Hair Follicle Growth In Vivo
Procyanidin compounds from grape seeds were found to significantly increase mouse hair growth.
research Medical Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.
research Common Features of Periocular Tinea
Ringworm around the eyes often gets misdiagnosed, leading to eyelash loss, but antifungal treatment can improve the condition.
research Stereocontrolled Synthesis of All Eight Stereoisomers of the Putative Anti-Androgen Cyoctol
Scientists made all eight versions of a compound called cyoctol, but found it's not an anti-androgen and it fully breaks down in the skin.
research Long-Term Response of Hirsutism and Other Hyperandrogenic Symptoms to Combination Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.
research Promotive Effect of Topical Ketoconazole, Minoxidil, and Minoxidil with Tretinoin on Hair Growth in Male Mice
Minoxidil with tretinoin boosts hair growth most effectively, followed by minoxidil alone, and then ketoconazole.
research Influence of Chemical Straightening on the Stability of Drugs of Abuse in Hair
Chemical hair straightening significantly reduces detectable drug levels in hair.
research Tinea Capitis Due to Trichophyton Soudanense Mimicking Bacterial Folliculitis
A man's scalp infection, mistaken for bacterial, was actually a rare fungal infection treated successfully with antifungal medication.
research Disorders of the Hair and Scalp in Children
The document concludes that various hair and scalp disorders in children have specific treatments and proper diagnosis is essential.
research Use of Minoxidil Sulfate Versus Minoxidil Base in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment: Friend or Foe?
Minoxidil base is preferred for hair loss treatment, but minoxidil sulfate may be an alternative for unresponsive patients.
research Tinea Capitis in Adolescent: A Case Report
A teenage girl with a fungal scalp infection got better with antifungal and allergy medication, and special shampoo.
research Hair Restoration: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Need better hair loss treatments beyond minoxidil, finasteride, and transplants.
research Introducing Electromagnetic Energy from Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing Paste Penetrating a Glass Barrier Disrupting Human Skin Lipid Droplets Size and Membranes: Possible Implications in Cancer Cells Genesis and/or Cure
Electromagnetic energy from wound dressing paste can disrupt skin lipid droplets, possibly affecting cancer development.
research Dermatologic Manifestations in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Hemodialysis
Patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis often have skin problems.
research Chancres in Syphilis - Reply
Syphilis chancres can be atypical, and fiber implantation for baldness is risky and often fails.
research A Rare Case of Tinea Capitis in Morocco Due to Trichophyton Tonsurans
A Moroccan athlete got a rare scalp infection, stressing the need for better hygiene in sports.
research Rare Challenges in Diagnosing Cushing's Syndrome and Primary Aldosteronism: A Case Report of a Female With a Negative Workup
The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Call for Additional Literature in the Pediatric Population
More research is needed on CCCA in children, especially Black and Asian adolescents.
research Nail Hyperpigmentation Following Valproic Acid Use: A Rare Case Report
Valproic acid can rarely cause reversible nail discoloration.
research Excess Iodine Intake From a Cystic Fibrosis Supplement Induces Symptomatic Hypothyroidism
Excessive iodine from a cystic fibrosis supplement can cause hypothyroidism.
research Self-Assessment: Case Studies on Skin Conditions and the Importance of Sun Protection and Skin Examinations
Early detection and skin biopsies are crucial for treating skin cancer and diagnosing various skin conditions.
research Doctor, My Armpit Hair Has Turned Yellow! Malodorous Yellowish Axillary Hair in an Adolescent Patient
A 15-year-old boy's smelly, yellow armpit hair improved with clindamycin treatment.
research Salt-Losing Tubulopathy and Chronic Dermatitis
Genetic testing for EGFR mutations is crucial in similar cases.
research S-1 Induced Discoid Lupus Erythematosus-Like Lesions and Long-Term Complete Response for Para-Aortic Lymph Node Recurrence of Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Case Report
S-1 treatment led to a complete response in pancreatic cancer with manageable side effects.
research Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type 1: A Case Report from Bangladesh
A rare endocrine disorder, APS 1, was diagnosed in a 26-year-old man in Bangladesh.
research Structural Requirements of Minoxidil Analogs for Enhancing Lysyl Hydroxylase Inhibitory Activity
Minoxidil analogs can be improved for hair growth inhibition by modifying specific parts of their structure.
research Medical Management Options for Hair Loss
The document concluded that FDA-approved treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, while the effectiveness of natural remedies and other non-approved treatments is not well-supported by evidence.