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Finasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate and male baldness, improves symptoms of hirsutism in women, but doesn't work for acne, and may delay prostate cancer progression with few side effects.
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research Establishment of an In Vitro Organoid Model of Dermal Papilla of Human Hair Follicle
Researchers developed a 3D model of human hair follicle cells that can help understand hair growth and test new hair loss treatments.
research Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride 1 mg in 3177 Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride 1 mg effectively and safely increases hair growth in Japanese men with hair loss.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Skin Applications of Cannabidiol: Sources, Effects, Delivery Systems, Marketed Formulations and Safety
CBD may improve skin and hair health, but its effective use and safety need more research.
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 The Role of Exosomes in Follicle Regeneration of Androgenic Alopecia
Exosomes may help stimulate hair growth and improve hair loss conditions like androgenic alopecia.
research Drug Discovery for Alopecia: Gone Today, Hair Tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
research New Dimensions in Hirsutism
Laser hair removal is safe and effective for fair-skinned people with dark hair, and using eflornithine with laser treatments can improve results.
research Acquired Progressive Kinking of the Hair in a Korean Female Adolescent
A Korean girl developed kinky hair without known cause or effective treatment.
research Literature Review on Korean Medicine Treatment for Alopecia
Korean medicine may help with hair growth in alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm this.
research Phototrichogram Analysis of Japanese Female Subjects with Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss
Phototrichogram and hair diameter measurements are effective, noninvasive ways to assess hair growth and detect early hair loss, with the most common pattern being reduced hair density.
research Ethnopharmacology and Hair: Indian Perspectives
Traditional Indian remedies are used for hair health, but more scientific evidence is needed to prove their safety and effectiveness.
research Common Urologic Diseases in Older Men and Their Treatment: How They Impact Fertility
Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
research Alopecia Associated with Agomelatine Use: A Case Report
Stopping the antidepressant agomelatine improved hair loss in a patient.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Eating Disorders: A Literature Review
PCOS and eating disorders are linked by hormonal imbalances, needing personalized treatment.
research The Current State of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Cultural Competency Among U.S. Dermatology Residents
U.S. dermatology residents need more education and experience with LGBT patients to improve their cultural competency.
research You Need a Makeover: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in A Makeover Story, What Not to Wear, and Extreme Makeover
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
research Tackling Underrepresentation to Aid Understanding of Parkinson’s Disease: Progress and Further Opportunities
Addressing underrepresentation in Parkinson's research is crucial for better treatments and understanding.
research The Need and Management of Hormone Imbalances in Women
Balanced hormones are crucial for women's health, and can be managed with lifestyle changes or hormone therapy if needed.
research In Vitro 5α-Reductase Inhibition by Selected Ayurvedic Herbs for Androgenic Disorders
Emblica officinalis and Eclipta alba may help treat hair loss naturally.
research Transcending: The Journey and Lived Experiences of the Educators Who Survived COVID-19
Educators who survived COVID-19 faced physical, psychological, and social challenges but overcame them with resilience and support, highlighting the need for schools to provide better health and psychological care.
research Androgens and Androgen Receptor in the Management of Skin Diseases
Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
research Aesthetic Considerations in Secondary Procedures for Gender Reassignment
Secondary aesthetic surgeries for gender reassignment are generally satisfying and advance overall aesthetic surgery techniques, but psychological support is important.
research Signs of Physical Abuse and Neglect in the Elderly Patient
Elderly abuse is often by family members, and doctors, especially dermatologists, can spot it by looking for unusual injuries and malnutrition.
research Astragalus Membranaceus and Cinnamomum Cassia Stimulate Hair Follicle Differentiation-Related Growth Factor via Wnt/Beta-Catenin Pathway
The YH complex, made from Astragalus membranaceus and Cinnamomum cassia, may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and follicle development.
research The In Vivo and In Vitro Effects of Terminalia Bellirica Fruit Extract on Testosterone-Induced Hair Loss
Terminalia bellirica extract may help promote hair growth and prevent hair loss caused by testosterone.
research Tissue Engineering and Regeneration of the Human Hair Follicle in Androgenetic Alopecia: Literature Review
Tissue engineering could be a future solution for hair loss, but it's currently expensive, complex, and hard to apply in real-world treatments.
research Book Reviews
The reviews highlighted practical advice and insights from various psychology and therapy books.
research Tales of Bugs, Delusions of Parasitosis, and What to Do
Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.