research Oral Isotretinoin for Acne
Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch Swiss Practice Recommendations for the Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa
Swiss experts recommend specific guidelines for diagnosing and treating hidradenitis suppurativa to improve patient care.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Prostate Cancer Risk in a Population-Based Case-Control Study
Men who start losing hair at age 30 may have a lower risk of prostate cancer.
research Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Some treatments like pentoxifylline with topical corticosteroids might work for alopecia areata, but more research is needed to find the best one.
research Ovarian Surgery for Symptom Relief in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Ovarian drilling surgery is not clearly better than medical treatments for PCOS symptoms.
research Platelet Rich Plasma and Its Use in Hair Regrowth: A Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help with various hair loss types, but more research is needed to find the best use method.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Incidence of Prostate Cancer
Men with vertex baldness may have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, but more research is needed to confirm this.
research The Role of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treatments in Ejaculatory Dysfunction
Treatments for enlarged prostate can cause problems with ejaculation, and less invasive options might preserve sexual function better.
research Efficacy and Safety of Anti-Androgens in the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Anti-androgens can help manage some PCOS symptoms better than metformin but are not more effective than placebos or birth control pills for other symptoms.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
PRP shows promise for treating female hair loss but needs more research.
research Rash Morphology as a Predictor of COVID-19 Severity: A Systematic Review of the Cutaneous Manifestations of COVID-19
Certain types of rashes in COVID-19 patients may indicate more severe illness and higher risk of death.
research Higher Prevalence of Clinical Cardiovascular Comorbidities in Postmenopausal Women with Self-Reported Premenopausal Hirsutism and/or Oligo-Amenorrhea
Postmenopausal women with past hirsutism or irregular periods have more heart and lung diseases.
research Relationship Between Hair Shedding and Systemic Inflammation in COVID-19 Pneumonia
Hair shedding after COVID-19 is more linked to the disease's severity and inflammation rather than hormones, with women at higher risk.
research Association Between Metabolic Syndrome and Prevalent Skin Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Case-Control Studies
People with certain skin conditions, especially androgenic alopecia, are more likely to have metabolic syndrome.
research Dermatological Manifestations Associated With the Severity of COVID-19 Infection: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Observational Study of 144 Patients
Certain skin symptoms in COVID-19 patients may indicate a more severe illness.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Aesthetic Dermatology: Current Evidence and Future Directions
PRP is promising for skin, hair, and wound treatments but needs standardized methods and more research.
research Association Between Non-Scarring Alopecia and Hypothyroidism: A Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
The study found that alopecia areata and hypothyroidism increase the risk of each other, but androgenetic alopecia and hypothyroidism do not.
research Evaluating the Psychosocial Impact of Gender-Affirming Dermatology Treatments: A Systematic Review
Gender-affirming dermatology treatments generally improve mental well-being for transgender individuals, but more research is needed.
research Analysis of 72,469 UK Biobank Exomes Links Rare Variants to Male-Pattern Hair Loss
Rare genetic variants in five specific genes are linked to male-pattern hair loss but only account for a small part of the risk.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Alopecia Areata Implicates Both Innate and Adaptive Immunity
Alopecia areata involves both innate and adaptive immunity, with specific genes linked to the disease.
research A Powerful Method for Pleiotropic Analysis Under Composite Null Hypothesis Identifies Novel Shared Loci Between Type 2 Diabetes and Prostate Cancer
New method finds genetic links between Type 2 Diabetes and Prostate Cancer not seen before.
research A Review of Androgen-Progestin Regimens for Male Contraception
Hormonal male contraception is effective and could be market-ready, but more research is needed to ensure safety for all ethnic groups.
research Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium
Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
research Rare and Common Genetic Determinants of Metabolic Individuality and Their Effects on Human Health
Genetic variations greatly affect individual metabolism and can impact health and disease risk.
research Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
research Thiopurines: Recent Topics and Their Role in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Thiopurines help treat IBD but require genetic testing to avoid side effects.
research The Role of Diet as an Adjuvant Treatment in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Certain diets may help with hair growth in people with different types of hair loss.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It's Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research Evidence for the Efficacy and Safety of Tadalafil and Finasteride in Combination for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Erectile Dysfunction in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Taking tadalafil and finasteride together is safe and effective for treating urinary symptoms and erectile dysfunction in men with enlarged prostates.