research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
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research Platelet-Rich Plasma Is a Promising Therapy for Melasma
Platelet-rich plasma therapy could be an effective treatment for melasma with minimal side effects.
research Oral Isotretinoin Combined with Topical Clobetasol 0.05% and Tacrolimus 0.1% for the Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Taking oral isotretinoin with creams worked better for treating a type of hair loss than creams alone.
research Persistent Adverse Effects of Antidepressants
Antidepressants can cause long-term side effects like severe withdrawal symptoms and sexual dysfunction, which can last for months or years after stopping the medication.
research Sexual Dysfunction in Men Taking Systemic Dermatologic Medication: A Systematic Review
Some men taking finasteride for hair loss may experience sexual problems like erectile dysfunction and decreased sex drive, which can persist even after stopping the medication.
research Efficacy of Tip Cryotherapy in the Treatment of Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis: A Randomized, Controlled, Evaluator-Blinded Study
Tip cryotherapy effectively treats idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis with minimal side effects.
research Androgenetic, Diffuse, and Senescent Alopecia in Men: Practical Evaluation and Management
The conclusion is that treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can prevent baldness progression and improve hair density, but more research is needed on other therapies.
research Hair Loss in Women: Diagnosis and Management of Nonscarring Diffuse Alopecias
Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.
research Improving Posttraumatic Facial Scars
The document concludes that improving the appearance of posttraumatic facial scars is possible with careful treatment and realistic expectations.
research Drug Eruptions in Dermatology
Skin reactions to drugs are common and can be deadly, usually requiring stopping the drug and may be better prevented with genetic testing in the future.
research Successful Hair Regrowth with Multimodal Treatment of Early Cicatricial Alopecia in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Early and aggressive treatment can significantly regrow hair in discoid lupus erythematosus.
research Perspectives in Dermatopathology: Telomeres and Telomerase in Aging and Cancer with Emphasis on Cutaneous Disease
Short telomeres contribute to aging and cancer, and while telomerase can delay aging, it may also promote cancer.
research Other Antiandrogens: Alternative Treatments for Acne and Hirsutism
Spironolactone works well for acne and hirsutism, isotretinoin is very effective for acne and may have antiandrogenic effects, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors should be considered antiandrogens.
research Coenzyme Q10 Phospholipidic Vesicular Formulations for Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: Ex Vivo Permeation and Clinical Appraisal
Coenzyme Q10 vesicular formulations can potentially treat androgenic alopecia by promoting hair growth and thickness.
research Tips for Addressing Common Conditions Affecting Pediatric and Adolescent Patients with Skin of Color
Dermatologists should understand cultural practices and communicate empathetically to effectively treat skin conditions in children and teens of color.
research The Effect of Lactobacillus Plantarum Hydrolysates Promoting VEGF Production on Vascular and Hair Growth in C57BL/6 Mice
Lactobacillus plantarum hydrolysates may help increase hair growth by boosting VEGF production.
research Recent Advances in Congenital Ichthyoses
New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.
research Brain-Derived Nerve Factor and Neurotrophins in Androgenetic Alopecia
Lower growth factors linked to balding in androgenetic alopecia.
research Ligand-Independent Regulation of the Hairless Promoter by Vitamin D Receptor
Vitamin D receptor can control the hairless gene linked to hair loss even without vitamin D.
research Single-Cell Transcriptomics Reveals the Molecular Anatomy of Sheep Hair Follicle Heterogeneity and Wool Curvature
The research identified genes that explain why some sheep have curly wool and others have straight wool.
research Wound-Induced Hair Neogenesis: A Novel Paradigm for Studying Regeneration and Aging
Wounds can regenerate hair in young mice, but this ability declines with age, offering insights for improving tissue regeneration in the elderly.
research Marked Reduction of the Number and Individual Volume of Sebaceous Glands in Psoriatic Lesions
Psoriasis lesions have fewer and smaller oil glands, which might affect the condition's development.
research Severe, Disfiguring, Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris in a Woman in the Dominican Republic
A woman with HIV had a severe skin condition that improved with antiretroviral therapy.
research Assessment of Tissue Levels of Dickkopf-1 in Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata
Higher DKK-1 levels found in hair loss patients; L-ascorbic acid 2-phosphate, L-threonate, and ginsenoside F2 may help promote hair growth.
research Madarosis, Milphosis, Eyelash Trichomegaly, and Dermatochalasis: Conditions Affecting the Periocular Area
The document concludes that changes in eyelashes and eyelid skin can indicate various local and systemic diseases.
research Prevalence and Factors Associated with Telogen Effluvium in Adult Females at Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Study
Hair loss in adult females in Makkah is often linked to iron-deficiency anemia and thyroid issues.
research Dermatosis Associated with Menopause
Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.
research Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
research Finasteride
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
research Letters to the Editor: Case Reports and Studies in Dermatology
Careful management of blood thinners is crucial for lupus patients with APS.