research Steroid Hormones of Reproduction and Sexual Development
Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.
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research Persistent Halo Scalp Ring Alopecia in a 9-Month-Old Infant: Case Report
A 9-month-old baby had a rare, persistent ring-shaped hair loss condition.
research Skin Diseases Associated With Agent Orange And Other Organochlorine Exposures
Certain skin diseases are linked to Agent Orange and similar chemicals; veterans should be screened and informed about uncertain risks, and current data doesn't link spironolactone with breast cancer.
research Hairy Math: Addition of Wnt-3a to Multiply Bulge Cells
Wnt-3a helps grow more skin stem cells, which could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Protecting Our Specialty: Concerns in the Plastic Surgery Community
Plastic surgeons should improve training and results to stand out and protect their field from other specialties.
research Towards Better Regulation in Cosmetic Practice Post-Keogh
The conclusion is that improved training and oversight for cosmetic procedures are recommended to better protect patients.
research Abstracts from the ASA 40th Annual Meeting
HNG may help prevent the negative effects of chemotherapy on sperm production and white blood cell counts.
research Notes From The Editor Emeritus: What If 10% Of Your Cases Were Lichen Planopilaris Incognito?
Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of The Effect of Autologous Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma (AA-PRP) Injection on Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Histomorphometric Evaluation
AA-PRP injections significantly promote hair growth but need better study design for clear efficacy.
research Drug News
The FDA approved a new breast cancer treatment, found flu shots may reduce heart risks, questioned the safety of fast-tracked drug approvals, showed statins don't help with certain pneumonia, and approved a new dementia imaging agent.
research Cyberspace Chat: When Finasteride Suddenly Stops Working—Is It Counterfeit?
Some generic finasteride may be counterfeit, leading to less effectiveness and increased hair loss.
research Experimental Study on the Effects of Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma Extract on Hair Growth in C57BL/6J Mice
Ginseng extract promoted hair growth in mice and improved local blood flow.
research Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis Infections in Children
Dermoscopy can help diagnose tinea capitis in children by looking for comma hairs, black dots, and broken hairs with white bands.
research Detection Rate of Clinically Insignificant Prostate Cancer Increases with Repeating Prostate Biopsies
More prostate biopsies increase the chance of finding cancers that may not need treatment.
research Consideration When Interpreting Outpatient Data
Objective assessment is needed to accurately determine medication use and adherence.
research Hyperandrogenemia in an Ethnically Heterogeneous Cohort of Midwestern United States Diabetic Pregnancies
Exposure to fatty acids significantly increased androgen levels in female dogs, suggesting a link to conditions like insulin resistance and PCOS.
research Cerebral Ischemia Related to Isotretinoin; Venlafaxine-Induced Alopecia; Cognitive Dysfunction with Tolterodine; Retinal Artery Occlusion After Injection of Long-Acting Risperidone; Olanzapine-Induced Chylomicronemia Presenting as Pancreatitis; Metabolic Effects of the Atypical Antipsychotics – An Editorial; Another Drug-Induced Pancreatitis – This One Caused by a Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor; Suicide Attempts Related to Antidepressant Medications
The conclusion is that healthcare professionals should report adverse drug reactions to improve medication safety and patient care.
research Cutaneous Thrombosis and ANCA-Positive Vasculitis Associated with Propylthiouracil Therapy
Propylthiouracil, a thyroid medication, can cause skin blood clots and immune-related blood vessel inflammation.
research Mechanisms of Hair Graying: Incomplete Melanocyte Stem Cell Maintenance in the Niche
Hair graying is caused by the loss of pigment cells due to poor maintenance of stem cells in the hair follicle.
research Propecia: The Goose That Lays the Golden Eggs
Finasteride is popular for treating male hair loss but may increase the risk of serious prostate cancer and has other potential side effects.
research Testosterone and Female Sexuality: A Skeptical View
Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
research Correction: Coliform Units
In 1995, international medical graduates did better than U.S. graduates on a medical exam.
research Hyperandrogenism and Pilosebaceous Follicles
High levels of androgens can cause skin issues like acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.
research Editorial: Retinoids — Dermatologists’ Drug of the Decade
Retinoids are important for treating skin conditions but should be used with caution due to serious side effects and risks during pregnancy.
research Clinical Markers of Hyperandrogenism and Response to Conventional Antibiotic Therapy in Women with Acne Vulgaris
Women's acne improvement with antibiotics is not linked to signs of high male hormones.
research Numerical Methods for Decision-Making in Clinical Care: Where to Now?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy shows promise for multiple sclerosis, but skepticism and funding issues limit tech use in clinics, and outdated single-drug cancer treatments may cause unnecessary side effects.
research Abstracts
The document concludes that misdiagnosis in skin conditions is common, certain treatments can cause allergic reactions, and some skin symptoms are linked to leukemia, especially in certain Japanese regions.
research A Systemic-Like Disease: Chronic Vitamin A Poisoning
Excessive vitamin A intake caused severe health issues that mostly resolved after stopping the intake.
research The Cry of the Children: The Edwardian Medical Campaign Against Maternal Drinking
Doctors linked maternal drinking to infant mortality and national decline, leading to public awareness and changes in law.
research How to Deal with the Issues of Fertility, Malignancies, and Postfinasteride Syndrome While Prescribing Finasteride for Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride is effective for male hair loss, but it may cause fertility issues, mental health problems, and rarely, breast growth. Regular health checks can reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Patient understanding and involvement in treatment is important.