research Screening: Seeking A Balance
The document concludes that better training and education are needed for proper cancer screening and criticizes the GMC's inaction as harmful to clinical ethics in the UK.
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research Toward Optimal Health: The Experts Respond to Hair Loss in Women
Hair loss in women is often due to hereditary conditions or stress, and while treatments like minoxidil can help, diagnosis and management require medical guidance.
research Association of Suicidality and Depression With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Men over 66 taking medication for prostate enlargement have a higher risk of depression and self-harm, especially in the first 18 months of treatment.
research Prostate Cancer Incidence Among Finasteride and Alpha-Blocker Users in the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial
Finasteride might lower the risk of low-grade prostate cancer but not high-grade cancer, while alpha-blockers might reduce high-grade cancer risk.
research Shedding: How to Manage a Common Cause of Hair Loss
Manage hair shedding by identifying triggers, possibly using supplements or medications, and tracking with a health calendar.
research Finasteride and Methadone Use and Risk of Advanced Hepatitis C Related Liver Disease
Finasteride and methadone don't increase advanced liver disease risk in HCV+ male veterans.
research Dianabol Unveiled: A Systematic Review of Methandrostenolone
Dianabol boosts muscle growth but has serious health risks and legal issues.
research Androstenedione: Risks and Lack of Efficacy in Athletes
Androstenedione, a hormone supplement, doesn't improve muscle or performance and can cause harmful side effects.
research The Epidemiology of Hospital-Treated Alopecia Areata in Denmark, 1995–2016
In Denmark from 1995 to 2016, hospital-treated alopecia areata cases increased, mostly affecting women and those over 50.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Hirsutism
The document likely offers guidance on treating a woman's excessive hair growth, considering her symptoms and obesity.
research The North American Menopause Society Recommendations for Clinical Care of Midlife Women
The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
research The Current Landscape for Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Issues
The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
research The Psychosocial Consequences of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Research Literature
Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients
Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Ethnic Populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research Dermatologic Care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Persons
LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.
research Strategic Targets in Acne: The Comedone Switch in Question
The best way to treat acne is to prevent healthy skin glands from turning into acne lesions by controlling the triggers early on.
research The Role of Medical Language in Changing Public Perceptions of Illness
Medical terms make new health issues seem more serious but don't affect views on well-known conditions.
research The Mineralocorticoid Receptor as a Novel Player in Skin Biology: Beyond the Renal Horizon?
The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.
research How Much Health Insurance Is Enough? Revisiting the Concept of Underinsurance
The document concludes that there is no clear definition of adequate health insurance, and a consistent method to measure underinsurance is needed.
research Women's Midlife Health: Reframing Menopause
The document concludes that menopause should be seen as a natural part of aging and managed with personalized care and informed choices.
research Medicalization, Pharmaceutical Promotion, and the Internet: A Critical Multimodal Discourse Analysis of Hair Loss Websites
Commercial hair loss websites promote Propecia by making men feel insecure about baldness and suggesting it's a medical issue needing treatment.
research Mind the Gap: Sex Bias in Basic Skin Research
The document concludes that there is a significant lack of reporting on the sex and age of cells in skin research, which could affect clinical trials and treatments.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.
research A Novel and Safe Small Molecule Enhances Hair Follicle Regeneration by Facilitating Metabolic Reprogramming
Small molecule IM boosts hair growth by changing stem cell metabolism.
research Dermatologic Reactions to Targeted Therapy
Targeted cancer therapies can cause skin side effects, which should be treated early to help patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.
research Sexuality and Old Age
Older adults still engage in sexual activities but face challenges like health issues and lack of professional support, highlighting the need for better healthcare provider education and research on sexual fulfillment in old age.
research Common Urologic Diseases in Older Men and Their Treatment: How They Impact Fertility
Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
research The Psychological and Aesthetic Impact of Age-Related Hair Changes in Females
Hair loss affects women's self-esteem; treatments like minoxidil can help.