research Comparison of Flutamide and Spironolactone in the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Flutamide is more effective and has fewer side effects than spironolactone for treating hirsutism.
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390-420 / 1000+ results research Nagashima-Type Palmoplantar Keratosis: A Common Asian Type Caused by SERPINB7 Protease Inhibitor Deficiency
Nagashima-type palmoplantar keratosis in Asians is caused by a SERPINB7 gene mutation.
research Keratoma Hereditaria Mutilans (Vohwinkel's Disease) with Congenital Alopecia Universalis (Atrichia Congenita)
Three siblings had both Vohwinkel's disease and congenital alopecia, with no effective treatment.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Excessive Bodily and Facial Hair in Women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research Ankle Range of Motion, Leg Pain, and Leg Edema Improvement in Patients With Venous Leg Ulcers
Compression therapy improved ankle movement, reduced leg swelling, and lessened pain in patients with venous leg ulcers.
research A Summary of In Vitro, Phase I, and Phase II Studies Evaluating the Mechanism of Action, Safety, and Efficacy of Clascoterone (Cortexolone 17a Propionate, CB-03-01) in Androgenetic Alopecia
Clascoterone safely promotes hair growth similar to minoxidil.
research Education for the Community on Gotu Kola Leaves as a Facial Moisturizer
Gotu kola leaves are effective as a natural facial moisturizer.
research Laser for Hair Removal: A Review of Technologies and Efficacy
Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Sexual Dysfunction, Including Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
research Risk-Benefit Ratio in the Treatment of Psoriasis with Systemic Retinoids
Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.
research Fixed, Low Radiant Exposure vs. Incremental Radiant Exposure Approach for Diode Laser Hair Reduction: A Randomized, Split Axilla, Comparative Single-Blinded Trial
Both fixed and incremental laser treatments effectively reduced underarm hair, but the fixed method was less painful.
research Evaluation of Disease Activity and Damage in Different Subtypes of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Using the CLASI
The CLASI is useful but needs revision to accurately assess all cutaneous lupus erythematosus subtypes.
research Influence of Genotype and Hyperandrogenism on Sexual Function in Women With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia experience more sexual dysfunction and distress.
research Evaluation of Quality of Life of Patients with Hirsutism Among Turkish Women: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study
Turkish women with hirsutism experience lower quality of life, especially those with PCOS, regardless of hair growth severity.
research Clinical Markers of Hyperandrogenism and Response to Conventional Antibiotic Therapy in Women with Acne Vulgaris
Women's acne improvement with antibiotics is not linked to signs of high male hormones.
research Androgen Receptor Antagonists Structure-Activity Relationships
Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.
research Scalp Photodamage in Balding Men: An Observational Study Combining a Novel Clinical Scoring Method with Estimation of Individual Sun Exposure History and Risk Factors
The study concluded that a new method can effectively assess scalp sun damage in balding men, which increases with age and sun exposure.
research Radiofrequency Treatment Induces Fibroblast Growth Factor 2 Expression and Subsequently Promotes Neocollagenesis and Neoangiogenesis in the Skin Tissue
Radiofrequency treatment helps rejuvenate skin by boosting collagen and blood vessel growth.
research Monoolein-Alginate Beads as a Platform to Promote Adenosine Cutaneous Localization and Wound Healing
Monoolein-alginate beads help heal wounds by controlling moisture and effectively delivering adenosine to the skin.
research Dermatologic Manifestations in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Hemodialysis
Patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis often have skin problems.
research Epidermal Renewal After Treatment of Primary Canine Hypothyroidism Using Levothyroxine
Levothyroxine effectively treated a dog's skin and hair problems caused by hypothyroidism.
research Clinical Case Notes: Lipoid Proteinosis - A Rare Disorder with Pathognomonic Lid Lesions
A baby boy with 13q deletion syndrome had eye cancer, a woman's vision improved after stopping a breast cancer drug, a man developed cataracts from using Propecia, and a rare skin disorder called Lipoid Proteinosis was discussed. Also, a tool called OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.
research Multisystemic Eosinophilic Epitheliotropic Disease in a Horse in Brazil
A horse in Brazil with skin and gut issues was diagnosed with a severe disease and had to be euthanized.
research Study of Cutaneous Manifestations in End-Stage Kidney Disease Undergoing Hemodialysis
Patients on hemodialysis commonly have skin color changes, nail problems, dry skin, and itching.
research The 100 Most Cited Androgenetic Alopecia Articles: An Analysis of Altmetrics Data from 2015 to 2022
Healthcare professionals are selective in reading, while the public struggles to find reliable dermatology sources.
research Lichen Planopilaris Epidemiology: A Retrospective Study of 80 Cases
Lichen planopilaris mostly affects women with fair skin and can look different on each person, needing early treatment to prevent hair loss.
research Successful Treatment of Demodicosis With Fluralaner in Dogs
Fluralaner effectively cured dogs with severe skin issues caused by mites.
research Early Leonine Facies with Alopecia in a Young Man
A young man was diagnosed with trichoepitheliomas, causing thick skin and hair loss.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Shampoo Containing Broad-Spectrum Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Scalp Inflammation in Patients with Mild to Moderate Scalp Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis
A shampoo with cannabidiol can significantly reduce scalp inflammation and symptoms in people with mild to moderate psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.
research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.