March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that the vehicle of hydrocortisone impacts its absorption and therapeutic effectiveness, as demonstrated by efficacy tests using UV-erythema and vasoconstriction models.
March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This report describes a unique case of dyschromatosis universalis in a 10-year-old Haitian male, notable for the presence of a silvery sheen to his scalp hairs and eyelashes, which may represent a variation of the condition.
June 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This study found that injectable platelet-rich fibrin significantly improved hair growth and patient satisfaction as a cost-effective adjuvant treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
November 2010 in “Value in Health” Cataract surgery guidelines vary across Europe, and generic finasteride sales for hair loss have grown due to pill splitting.
November 2010 in “Value in Health” Cataract surgery in Europe varies in frequency and cost between countries.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
119 citations
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January 2012 in “Nutrition & Metabolism” This article suggests that modern lifestyle changes, including diet, stress, and chronic anti-inflammatory medication use, may disrupt the natural process of inflammation resolution, increasing vulnerability to chronic disease.
November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article reviews the complications and health risks associated with polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical findings.
June 2016 in “Annals of the rheumatic diseases” This study found that methotrexate, when administered according to current recommendations, effectively manages rheumatoid arthritis for many patients in Poland, although regular monitoring is necessary due to possible adverse effects.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with early-onset hair loss have higher risk of heart issues, so early screening is important.
40 citations
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February 2013 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found that people with androgenic alopecia, particularly women, are more prone to anxiety and depression, often adopting avoidant coping strategies, which are linked to emotional and psychological impacts rather than clinical severity.
November 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The electronic version of the Dermatology Life Quality Index is as effective as the paper version, with most patients preferring it.
December 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study reviewed the preferences and reasons for testosterone injection therapy among 53 Canadian men with hypogonadism, finding that most opted for injections due to efficacy, ease, and cost considerations.
193 citations
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August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This study found that the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia increases with age among both men and women in Maryborough, Australia, with 57% of women and 73.5% of men aged 80 and over affected.
65 citations
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March 1999 in “Urology” This study found that finasteride significantly reduced symptom severity scores in patients with inflammatory chronic pelvic pain syndrome, though its effect on pain was not significant.
63 citations
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December 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This abstract contains no research results; it provides information about the JAMA Dermatology journal and its access options.
54 citations
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September 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” In this study, 95% of respondents reported severe hair breakage or loss after using the Rio Hair Naturalizer System, with many experiencing significant and lasting hair loss.
53 citations
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January 2012 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher risk for obstructive sleep apnea, primarily due to the prevalence of severe obesity, rather than the syndrome itself.
46 citations
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May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” In this study, subdermal platelet-rich plasma injections significantly increased hair count and shaft caliber in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, with monthly treatments potentially offering greater benefits.
43 citations
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July 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found that the prevalence of personality disorders in individuals with androgenetic alopecia was significantly higher than in the general population, irrespective of gender.
33 citations
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October 2017 in “Drug Safety” SJS/TEN survivors often have severe, overlooked long-term physical problems that are not properly treated after leaving the hospital.
24 citations
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September 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study found that low-dose oral minoxidil 5 mg daily significantly increased hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks, with increased hair count and vertex area improvement, though most experienced hypertrichosis and some had pedal edema.
23 citations
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December 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology” In this study, oral finasteride improved the quality of life for male patients with androgenetic alopecia, but it did not significantly reduce anxiety or correlate with reported anxiety levels.
20 citations
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December 2003 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that an 800-nm diode laser was effective for reducing pigmented hair and extending hair plucking intervals, with most patients tolerating the procedure well without anesthetics.
15 citations
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January 2018 in “Annals of Dermatology” Wigs significantly improve the well-being of people with severe hair loss.
15 citations
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June 1995 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study found that finasteride significantly reduced dihydrotestosterone levels but did not provide clear evidence of impaired libido or erectile function compared to placebo in men.
14 citations
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December 2016 in “Sexual Medicine” This study identified differences in adverse symptoms among patients with post-finasteride syndrome based on short and long androgen receptor gene polymorphisms.
14 citations
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December 2003 in “BJUI” Finasteride can treat prostatic haematuria, but its use is controversial.
13 citations
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September 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This article discusses the potential use of nape and peri-auricular hair for creating softer hairlines in transplants and reports no clinical results; the authors highlight concerns about their permanency.
11 citations
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January 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study found that young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia had impaired sexual function and mild depressive symptoms compared to healthy women.