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Washing can prevent cancer from lubricating oils, extreme body temperatures need more study, Sulfomid is not recognized, no reliable diphtheria carrier treatment except surgery, eyelid injuries should heal before repair, heterophile antibody test is specific for mononucleosis, chlorine inhalations for colds are outdated, and wheat germ is safe.
research A Young Male with Hemorrhagic Cerebral Infarction Associated with Finasteride and Minoxidil
Man had stroke possibly linked to hair loss medications finasteride and minoxidil.
research The Relation Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Atherosclerosis Measured via Carotid Intima-Media Thickness and the SYNTAX Score
Hair loss may indicate higher risk of heart disease.
research Trichilemmal Cysts of the Scrotal Wall
Ultrasound is effective for diagnosing scrotal cysts, and prompt treatment is crucial to prevent severe complications.
research Relationship Between Carotid Artery Intima Media Thickness and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
There's no clear link between female pattern hair loss and thickness of the carotid artery, but those with hair loss may have thicker arteries. More research is needed.
research Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a skin resurfacing technique with specific steps and potential complications.
research The Place of B-Mode Ultrasonography, Shear-Wave Elastography, and Superb Microvascular Imaging in the Pre-Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia
B-mode ultrasonography and shear-wave elastography can help predict androgenetic alopecia early.
research Triterpenes in the Ethanol Extract of Poria Cocos Induce Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation
The ethanol extract of Poria cocos helps skin cells to grow.
research Secondary Amenorrhea in a 15-Year-Old Girl
A 15-year-old girl with missed periods was diagnosed with a pituitary disorder and treated with hormones and steroids.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study
Skin problems like acne, excessive hair growth, and oily skin are common in women with PCOS and can help with early diagnosis.
research Vitamin D Resistance: Tissue Resistance to Vitamin D and Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Types I and II
Some people have genetic mutations that make them resistant to vitamin D, leading to rickets even with enough vitamin D intake.
research Possible Reasons for Urethral PSA Variations After Radical Prostatectomy
Higher urethral PSA levels after prostate removal may be linked to more scalp hair loss and more PSA in urethral glands.
research Topical Minoxidil-Induced Paresthesia
Topical minoxidil can cause tingling or pricking sensations.
research Anterior Cervical Discectomy Fusion: Cervical PEEK Cage vs Dynamic Cervical Implant
The PEEK cage reduced pain more than the dynamic cervical implant, but the implant allowed slightly better movement after surgery.
research The Growth of Human Scalp Hair Mediated by Visible Red Light Laser and LED Sources in Males
Red light therapy at 655 nm significantly improved hair growth in men with hair loss.
research The Regulatory Biology of the Human Pilosebaceous Unit
Scientists now better understand how human hair growth is controlled, including the roles of specific genes and proteins.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adult Women
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can affect skin, fertility, and metabolism, and treatment is tailored to individual needs.
research Microscopic Polyangiitis Secondary to Mycobacterium Abscessus in a Patient with Bronchiectasis: A Case Report
A 70-year-old woman with bronchiectasis developed a rare immune disease due to a bacterial infection, requiring a difficult balance of treatments.
research Ectrodactyly, Soft-Tissue Syndactyly, and Nodulocystic Acne: Coincidence or Association?
The case suggests a possible link between severe acne and certain bone deformities.
research Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Hypergonadotrophic Hypogonadism, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Alopecia, Microcephaly, Psychomotor Retardation, and Short Stature: D-CHRAMPS Syndrome
"D-CHRAMPS syndrome" is a newly identified condition with multiple severe symptoms.
research Progressively Intractable Seizures, Focal Alopecia, and Hemimegalencephaly
The boy had a unique condition with seizures, uneven hair loss, and an enlarged brain hemisphere.
research Scalp-Sparing Total Skin Electron Therapy in Mycosis Fungoides: Case Report Highlighting Technique and Outcome
Total skin electron therapy is an effective treatment for mycosis fungoides, balancing effectiveness and side effects.
research Regenerative Medicine to Reduce the Side Effects of Radiotherapy Causing Skin Cancer, Fibrosis, Neuropathic Pain, and Hair Loss
Regenerative medicine may help reduce radiotherapy side effects like skin cancer, fibrosis, pain, and hair loss.
research Cutaneous Changes in Hypothyroidism
Skin can become dry and thick in hypothyroidism.
research In Vitro Cultivation of Dermal-Epidermal Composites in a Single Medium Supports Human Hair Follicle Neogenesis in Xenografts
A single medium, PRIME AIRLIFT, supports better human hair follicle formation in grafts.
research Leprosy and Psoriasis: A Heated Controversy
Leprosy and psoriasis were historically confused, but were finally distinguished as separate diseases in the 1800s.
research Acute Pancreatitis: An Unusual Presentation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial for managing SLE-related pancreatitis in children.
research Vijaya: The One Who Fights to Win
Vijaya successfully fought stage 2A breast cancer with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormone therapy, while advocating for support groups.
research Response
The authors agree they didn't follow the original criteria strictly but found the Ottawa rule effective in all tested patients and suggest it might have wider use.