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October 2018 in “Sexual medicine reviews” Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.
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May 2017 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.
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April 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Beta-caryophyllene, found in essential oils, helps wounds heal better in multiple ways.
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January 1998 in “Drugs” Dienogest combined with ethinylestradiol is a highly effective birth control that improves menstrual symptoms and has manageable side effects.
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February 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” Prostaglandin D₂ might be targeted for new male pattern baldness treatments.
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March 2022 in “Journal of Biomedical Science” Cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside may help treat a common form of hair loss by protecting cells against aging and improving cell function.
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