research Literature Review: Topical Finasteride: To Use or Not to Use?
Topical finasteride promotes hair growth with minimal side effects but needs more research for women and optimal use.
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research Abstracts from the Current Global Literature: Finasteride and Sexual Dysfunction
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction in 2.1%-3.8% of users, but these usually go away with time or if the drug is stopped. Despite this, its impact on sexual function is minimal for most men.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus: Coincidental Epigenetics or Post-Finasteride Syndrome?
The conclusion is that more research is needed to understand if the drug finasteride causes Post-Finasteride Syndrome or if it's due to individual genetic makeup.
research Female Post-Finasteride Syndrome: It’s Not Just A Man’s World
PFS affects some women, steroids easily bought online, hypogonadism info unreliable, low testosterone linked to CVD.
research Higher Body Mass Index Is Associated With Greater Severity of Alopecia in Men With Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia in Taiwan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Men with higher body mass index (BMI) in Taiwan tend to have more severe hair loss.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Androgenetic Alopecia and Risk of Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Hair loss at the top of the head is linked to prostate cancer, but other types of hair loss are not.
research Tendency to Underestimate the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia: Reply From Authors
Women find hair loss more distressing than men and often underestimate it, needing more public awareness and professional support.
research Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical minoxidil may not improve the appearance of balding men, according to a letter in this document.
research Biochemical and Trichological Characterization of Diffuse Alopecia in Women
Diffuse alopecia in women may be related to androgens and iron deficiency, and basic hormone and nutrient screening is useful.
research Chronic Inflammatory Diseases Stimulated by Current Lifestyle: How Diet, Stress Levels, and Medication Prevent Our Body from Recovering
Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.
research Thyroid Dysfunction and Women's Reproductive Health
Thyroid problems can negatively affect women's reproductive health and pregnancy, and can cause symptoms like fatigue and depression, but not all women with these symptoms need treatment.
research The Control of Hair Growth: An Overview
Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
research Analysis of Hair Cortisol as an Indicator of Chronic Stress in Pigs in Two Different Farrowing Systems
Pigs in farrowing crates and loose-housing systems showed no difference in chronic stress levels as measured by hair cortisol.
research Centuries of Seeking Chocolate's Medicinal Benefits
Chocolate has been historically used for medicinal purposes, with current research focusing on heart health benefits, but the extent of these benefits is debated.
research Targeting the Hippo/YAP/TAZ Signalling Pathway: Novel Opportunities for Therapeutic Interventions into Skin Cancers
Blocking YAP/TAZ could be a new way to treat skin cancer.
research Application of Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine
Stem cells and their exosomes show promise for repairing tissues and healing wounds when delivered effectively, but more research is needed on their tracking and optimal use.
research Abstracts
Young HS patients often have other physical and mental health issues, and research on HS covers a wide range of topics including genetics, triggers, treatments, and the need for more data.
research Response to Letter to the Editor on Inflammation in Androgenetic Alopecia
Inflammation and fibrosis are important factors in hair loss, but more research with better control samples is needed.
research Commentary on Body Hair Transplant by Follicular Unit Extraction: My Experience With 122 Patients
Body hair is a safe and effective option for hair transplants when scalp hair is limited.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Explaining the Gynecological Aspects and Treatment Options to Patients
Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.
research Calcineurin-Based Immunosuppression in Renal Transplantation: Focus on Efficacy, the Role of Steroids, and Cardiovascular Risk
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
research Autologous Stem Cell-Based Interventions in Australia: Exploring Patient Experience in Light of Regulatory Exceptionalism
Patients in Australia underwent costly, unproven stem cell treatments due to weak regulations and aggressive marketing.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Detailed Examination and Management Strategies
PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.
research Atypical or Severe Contact Eczema from Cinnamon Essential Oil
Cinnamon essential oil can cause severe or unusual skin reactions, with cinnamaldehyde being the main allergen.
research Decades of Progressive Red and Yellow Nodules
A 72-year-old man was diagnosed with a rare skin form of Rosai-Dorfman disease after years of misdiagnosis.
research Cataract Surgery Guidelines in Europe: A Literature Review and Document Search in 15 Countries
Cataract surgery guidelines vary across Europe, and generic finasteride sales for hair loss have grown due to pill splitting.
research Economic Analysis of Cataract Surgery in Europe: An Analysis of Hospital Databases Available in 11 Countries
Cataract surgery in Europe varies in frequency and cost between countries.
research Clinical Management in Psychodermatology
The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
research Cancer
Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.
research Pediatric Dermatology
Skin problems are common in Bangladesh due to arsenic, prompt treatment of diabetic foot ulcers is crucial, maternal transmission causes most neonatal herpes, treatments for pediatric vasculitis are effective, the chickenpox vaccine works, more frequent UVB therapy helps psoriasis, certain jobs increase hand dermatitis risk, monoclonal antibodies treat psoriasis well, lifestyle affects psoriasis, alefacept improves psoriasis, imiquimod cream partially clears basal cell carcinoma, and iron may not help chronic hair loss.