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research Efficacy and Mechanism of Topical Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction Against Androgenetic Alopecia
The Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Associated Complications in Iranian Women: A Meta-Analysis
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is not very common among Iranian women, but it's important to prevent it because of the risk of heart disease and infertility.
research Cosmetic Considerations in Dark-Skinned Patients
Dermatologists should customize cosmetic treatments for dark-skinned patients to minimize risks and complications.
research Simultaneous Determination of Androgens and Prostaglandins in Human Urine Using Ultra-High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a reliable way to measure hormones in urine, showing that a baldness treatment doesn't change hormone levels.
research Untargeted Metabolomics and Steroid Signatures in Urine of Male Pattern Baldness Patients After Finasteride Treatment for a Year
Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Skin Cancer in Skin of Color Transplant Patients
Non-white organ transplant patients have worse skin cancer outcomes due to later diagnosis and treatment.
research Regional Dermatology: Hair and Nail Biology, Hair Loss Conditions, and Dermatological Issues of the Mouth and Genital Regions
The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.
research Consensus on Women's Health Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Amsterdam ESHRE/ASRM-Sponsored 3rd PCOS Consensus Workshop Group
Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.
research Dermatomyositis-Related Panniculitis of the Neck
A woman with dermatomyositis improved after treatment for neck panniculitis, suggesting similar treatment for related conditions.
research Retainability of Pluripotency and Viability of Multilineage-Differentiating Stress Enduring (Muse) Cells After Repeated Cryopreservation
Muse cells keep their special features and can become different cell types even after being frozen and thawed three times.
research 3D Imaging of Cleared Ex Vivo Normal Human Skin, Skin Appendages, and Psoriasiform Skin Lesion Using Light-Sheet Microscopy
The conclusion is that using light-sheet fluorescence microscopy with a special solution can effectively create detailed 3D images of human skin for dermatological research.
research Acne and Acneiform Eruptions
Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.
research Comparative Studies on Polyamine Levels in Plasma and Urine of Androgenic Alopecia Patients Treated with Finasteride for a Period of Three Years
Finasteride treatment for three years changes certain polyamine levels in the blood but not in urine.
research Comparison of Clinical and Biochemical Markers of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Study from a Teaching Hospital in Sri Ramachandra Institute, Chennai, India
Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are good at predicting excess hair growth.
research Tolerability of Hair Cleansing Conditioners: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Consumer Complaints to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Wen by Chaz Dean Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner is better tolerated than salicylic acid and baby shampoos.
research Practical Approaches to Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology in Skin of Color Patients
The document concludes that patients with skin of color need specialized dermatological care and education to manage unique skin conditions effectively.
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 A New Classification of Pattern Hair Loss That Is Universal for Men and Women: Basic and Specific (BASP) Classification
The BASP classification is a detailed and accurate way to categorize hair loss in both men and women.
research Hair Transplantation in the United States: A Population-Based Survey of Female and Male Pattern Baldness
Americans see hair transplants as valuable for treating hair loss and want them to be more affordable and tailored to each gender.
research Alopecia Areata In Infants: Is It Uncommon?
Alopecia areata in infants may be more common than previously thought.
research Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor And Its Receptor May Be One Molecular Mechanism For Androgenetic Alopecia
VEGF and its receptor might cause hair loss.
research Quality of Life in South African Black Women with Alopecia: A Pilot Study
Alopecia greatly lowers the quality of life for South African Black women, especially affecting their self-image and social interactions.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research Focal Hypertrichosis During Topical Tacrolimus Therapy for Childhood Vitiligo
An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
research Long-Term (10-Year) Efficacy of Finasteride in 523 Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride is effective and safe for long-term treatment of hair loss in Japanese men.
research Comment on Malloy (2008): James Watson Tells the Inconvenient Truth and Faces the Consequences
The conclusion suggests a new treatment for infantile hemangiomas and a potential target for hair loss treatment.
research What Causes Hidradenitis Suppurativa?—15 Years After
Hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by genetic factors, inflammation, bacteria, hormones, and lifestyle factors like obesity and smoking.
research How I Do It: Ahmad’s NPRT System: A New Classification System for Documenting Male Pattern Baldness
Dr. Muhammad Ahmad created a simpler system to better describe male pattern hair loss.
research Association Between Androgenic Alopecia and Coronary Artery Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study of Han Chinese Male Population
Severe and early hair loss may indicate a higher risk of heart disease.