research Is The Metabolism Of Testosterone To 5α-Dihydrotestosterone Required For Androgen Action In The Skin?
Testosterone conversion to 5α-DHT may not be essential for its effects on the skin.
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research Congenital Triangular Alopecia: A Close Mimicker of Alopecia Areata
CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.
research Dermatologic Signs and Symptoms of Substance Abuse
Substance abuse can cause various skin problems, including marks from injections, sores, premature aging, and increased cancer risk.
research Weekly Azathioprine Pulse Versus Betamethasone Oral Mini-Pulse in the Treatment of Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata
Weekly azathioprine pulse is a better alternative to corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata due to fewer side effects.
research Comparative Study of Efficacy of Topical Mometasone with Calcipotriol Versus Mometasone Alone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Combining calcipotriol with mometasone is more effective for treating alopecia areata than using mometasone alone.
research Research Brief: Self-Reports of Persistent Antiandrogenic, Estrogenic, Physical, and Psychological Effects of Finasteride Usage Among Men
Finasteride use can cause lasting negative effects like sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive issues.
research Common Dermatologic Procedures
The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.
research Case Report: Pemphigus Vulgaris in an Adolescent
An 18-year-old girl with pemphigus vulgaris needed strong medication and careful treatment due to ineffective initial therapies and side effects.
research The 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces Opioid Self-Administration in Animal Models of Opioid Use Disorder
Finasteride reduces opioid use and withdrawal symptoms in animals.
research 5α-Metabolism in Finasteride-Treated Subjects and Male Pseudohermaphrodites with Inherited 5α-Reductase Deficiency
Finasteride lowers DHT levels and raises testosterone in a dose-dependent way.
research Preponderance of Serum and Intra-Hepatic 5α-Dihydrotestosterone in Males with Hepatocellular Carcinoma Despite Low Circulating Androgen Levels
Men with liver cancer have higher levels of a specific testosterone byproduct in their liver and blood, despite overall lower male hormone levels.
research Complications and Sequelae of Neck Rejuvenation
Neck lift surgery can lead to complications like hematoma, nerve injury, and skin issues, with various treatments available for each.
research Urticaria Pigmentosa-Like Skin Disease in a Domestic Shorthair Cat
A cat with severe skin issues improved with dexamethasone and cetirizine.
research Refractory Dermatomyositis–Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Overlap Syndrome and Response to Tofacitinib
Tofacitinib successfully treated a woman's severe symptoms from a rare autoimmune condition.
research Immunosuppressive Therapy in Autoimmune Disease: A Review
Immunosuppressive therapy helps manage autoimmune diseases but carries risks like infection and potential for malignancy.
research Steroids and the Skin: A General Review
Steroids can treat skin conditions but must be used carefully to avoid side effects.
research Immune-Mediated Diseases of the Central Nervous System
The document explains the difficulty in diagnosing and treating brain diseases caused by the immune system and stresses the need for quick and accurate tests.
research Edematous Striae Distensae in a 14-Year-Old Girl with Nephrotic Syndrome
The girl's swelling and skin issues improved with fluid restriction and diuretics.
research Serial Hydrolysis for the Simultaneous Analysis of Catecholamines and Steroids in the Urine of Patients with Alopecia Areata
A new method was created to analyze certain chemicals in the urine of alopecia areata patients, revealing they have higher metanephrine content. This method can also be used for other related diseases.
research Implications of Neuroimaging for the Treatment of Epilepsy
Neuroimaging suggests that treatments targeting brain steroids could help control epilepsy, especially types linked to the menstrual cycle.
research Finasteride-Induced Thrombocytopenia: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause low platelet count in rare cases.
research A Rare Case of Costovertebral Arthritis in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Costovertebral arthritis can cause chronic back pain in SLE patients and needs thorough evaluation.
research Tracking Down Autoantibodies in a 31-Year-Old IT Engineer Post Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
A man developed autoimmune symptoms after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting the need for thorough vaccine safety checks.
research Rapidly Worsening Subcutaneous Edema in a Young Boy: A Case of Juvenile Dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis can worsen quickly and needs strong treatment.
research Glucocorticoids and Mineralocorticoids in Hair: Facilitating Accurate Diagnosis of Adrenal-Related Endocrine Disorders
Hair analysis can help diagnose adrenal disorders non-invasively.
research Genetics and Epigenetics of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Genes and epigenetic changes are important in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Neuropathic Pruritus: An Underrecognized and Often Misdiagnosed and Difficult to Treat Medical Condition
Neuropathic pruritus is a commonly overlooked and wrongly diagnosed type of chronic itching that is hard to treat.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a rare inherited disease causing hormone imbalances, affecting growth, fertility, and heart health, diagnosed through blood tests and treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
research A Retrospective Review of Pediatric Alopecia Areata Cases Seen in a Tertiary Institution in Singapore
Most children with alopecia areata improved with treatment, but those with more hair loss had worse outcomes.
research Unilateral Thalamic Infarction Associated With Rupture of Dissecting Posterior Cerebral Artery in Childhood-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report
A 16-year-old boy with lupus had a rare brain artery issue but fully recovered with treatment.