research Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
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research Development and Evaluation of Finasteride Niosomes Targeting Hair Follicles for Androgenic Alopecia Management
Finasteride niosomes were developed and found to be effective in treating hair loss, with better results than commercial minoxidil, and could be a promising topical treatment for hair loss.
research Herbal Hair Serum: Design, Development and Evaluation
The document concludes that activating hair roots is important for improving hair growth and preventing hair loss.
research Efficacy of Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Combined With a Non-Cross-Linked Hyaluronic Acid Compound in the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective, Case-Series Study
The treatment combining platelet-rich plasma and a non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound significantly improved hair density and reduced bald areas in women with androgenetic alopecia, and it's safe with only mild side effects.
research Diphenylcyclopropenone and Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Management of Severe or Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata
Both DPCP alone and with PRP are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata.
research Follicular Unit Extraction Megasession Treatment of High-Grade Androgenetic Alopecia in Asians: Introducing Novel Principles for Surgical Design
The new follicular unit extraction treatment effectively treats severe hair loss in Asian men, giving natural-looking results with few side effects.
research Evaluation of the Awareness, Beliefs, and Psychological Impact of Patients with Alopecia Areata in Makkah City, Saudi Arabia
Alopecia areata significantly impacts patients' mental health and quality of life.
research Tofacitinib: A Promising Treatment for Adolescent Alopecia Areata
Tofacitinib may be an effective and safe treatment for hair loss in teenagers with alopecia areata.
research Acrodermatitis Enteropathica – Diagnostic Challenges
Genetic testing confirmed a rare skin disorder in a young girl, which improved with zinc supplementation.
research Microneedling With Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Microneedling with Triamcinolone acetonide is an effective, less invasive, and safe alternative to direct injections for treating alopecia areata.
research Risk of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome in Infertile Patients With PCOS Treated by HP HMG
Treating PCOS patients with HP HMG significantly raises the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, needing careful dose management.
research Short and Mid-Term Medical Outcomes of Sleeve Gastrectomy in Obesity in Sulaimani City: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study
Sleeve gastrectomy leads to significant weight loss and health improvements with few complications.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical KX-826 in Male Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase II Study
KX-826 is safe and effectively increases hair count in men with hair loss.
research Comparative Study Between Intralesional Injection of Platelet Rich Plasma and Triamcinolone for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Steroid injections are more effective than platelet rich plasma for treating patchy hair loss.
research Pericarditis and Peripheral Edema in a Healthy Man on Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Therapy
A man got heart and swelling issues from a hair loss medication, so doctors advise careful use, especially in people with past health problems.
research A Systematic Review and Quality Evaluation of Studies on Long-Term Sequelae of COVID-19
COVID-19 can cause long-term lung, skin, and mental health problems, especially in women, people with other health issues, and those who had severe COVID-19.
research Common Practices in Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Prospective Multi-Center Survey
Most patients use PRP for hair loss and facial rejuvenation with minor side effects.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Pain for Young Women? An Autobiographical Case Study
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS can prevent complications and improve symptoms.
research 28-Year-Old Female with Diffuse Thinning of the Scalp After Isotretinoin and Oral Contraceptives
Some hair loss from medication may reverse after stopping the drug, but treatment options are limited and ongoing research is needed.
research Serenoa Repens in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Literature Review
Serenoa repens may help treat hair loss but is less effective than common medications and needs more research to confirm its effectiveness.
research Are All Adverse Effects Undesirable? A Case of Chemotherapy-Induced Adverse Effect - An Exception!
Excessive eyelash growth from erlotinib may indicate positive tumor response and help treat madarosis.
research Hypoxia Induced Multipotent Stem Cell-Secreted Proteins Induce Hair Growth in a Phase 1a/2b Trial in Male Pattern Baldness
A trial showed that a new treatment is safe and effective for male pattern baldness, with most participants growing new hair.
research Add-On Effect of Plum-Blossom Needling in Alopecia Areata: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis
Plum-blossom needling with conventional treatments improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research A Novel Hope for Alopecia Totalis Patients: Case Report
Tofacitinib may effectively regrow hair in alopecia totalis patients.
research Alopecia Areata: Multifactorial Disease Involving Genetic, Environmental, and Autoimmune Factors
Alopecia areata is a complex condition causing hair loss, linked to genetics and immune system issues, and may be related to other autoimmune diseases; treatments vary in effectiveness.
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Melatonin may help with nerve pain, a hepatitis C drug is effective but has side effects, a treatment for mouth sores works but can cause blood issues, ear reconstruction with an implant is safe, HIV transmission from mother to child in Taiwan is now 0% with treatment, certain blood problems are more common in people with a tongue condition, a gene and being overweight are linked to hair loss in some women, a new technique could reduce radiation for lung nodule patients, a hepatitis treatment may lower cancer recurrence after a procedure, and adding extra screening improves tuberculosis detection in patients with lung infections.
research The Efficacy and Safety of BM-PHA for the Correction of Nasolabial Folds: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Split-Face Clinical Trial
BM-PHA is as effective and safe as Restylane Perlane for improving nasolabial folds with minor side effects.
research Dermatologic Care and Sun Protection Practices Need Improvement in Childhood Cancer Survivors
Childhood cancer survivors need better skin care and sun protection.
research Malassezia Species Overgrowth in a Chinchilla Cat
The cat's skin condition improved with treatment, but underlying health issues must be addressed.
research Medical Treatment of Alopecia
The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.