research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz: Diagnosis and Treatment of Kerion
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
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research Sparse Hair in a Female Toddler
Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.
research Prevalence of Various Phenotypes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Among High School Girls of Shiraz (2009)
Early investigation of PCOS in high school girls is necessary due to associated risks and side effects.
research Formulation and Assessment of the Efficacy of a Herbal Shampoo Containing Lavender Oil
The herbal shampoo with lavender oil was effective and well-liked by users.
research In Vivo and In Vitro Exposure to Free Fatty Acids Induce Increased Androgen Production in Animal Models: A Potential Pathogenic Factor of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Free fatty acids may increase androgen production, potentially contributing to polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Hyperandrogenemia in an Ethnically Heterogeneous Cohort of Midwestern United States Diabetic Pregnancies
Exposure to fatty acids significantly increased androgen levels in female dogs, suggesting a link to conditions like insulin resistance and PCOS.
research Alopecia
Hair loss in children can be caused by fungal infections, trauma, autoimmune disorders, or stress, and treatments vary depending on the cause.
research The 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces Opioid Self-Administration
Finasteride may help reduce opioid use.
research Variation in Male Sex Hormone Levels Among the Pattern Subtypes of Hair Loss in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia
Different hair loss patterns may be linked to varying male hormone levels.
research Androgenic Hormone Profile in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
People with hair loss have different hormone levels, and these hormones can affect hair growth.
research Multifunctional Photoactive Hydrogels for Wound Healing Acceleration
Special hydrogels that respond to light can speed up wound healing and prevent infection.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of Biologically Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles for Topical Applications: Effect of Surface Coating and Loading into Hydrogels
Silver nanoparticles coated with substances like PEG showed strong antibacterial effects and improved wound healing when used in hydrogels.
research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder
Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
research Finasteride as a Therapy for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.
research Several Selective Protein Kinase C Inhibitors Including Procyanidins Promote Hair Growth
Certain substances that block a specific protein help promote hair growth.
research Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome: Case Study of a 9-Year-Old Boy
A boy with Sjogren-Larsson syndrome has skin and muscle symptoms due to a specific enzyme deficiency.
research Cross-Linked Features of Mouse Pelage Hair Resistant to Detergent Extraction
Some mutant mice have hair with abnormal cross-linking, mainly in the cuticle, not affecting other hair parts.
research Design of an Artificial Skin. IV. Use of Island Graft to Isolate Organ Regeneration from Scar Synthesis and Other Processes Leading to Skin Wound Closure
Island grafts can help study skin regeneration separately from other healing processes.
research Demethylation of Methionine and Keratin Damage in Human Hair
Copper and iron cause keratin damage in hair by converting methionine to homocysteine.
research Sugar Surfactant-Based Shampoos
Shampoos with sugar-derived surfactants clean hair well and are gentler than those with SLES.
research Mutations in Homocysteine Metabolism Genes Increase Keratin N-Homocysteinylation and Damage in Mice
Genetic mutations that disrupt homocysteine breakdown lead to increased damage in mouse hair keratin.
research Prolonged Hypotension Induced by Ingesting a Topical Minoxidil Solution: Analysis of Minoxidil and Its Metabolites
Swallowing a lot of minoxidil, a hair growth liquid, can cause severe and long-lasting low blood pressure.
research Effect of a Non-Ionic Surfactant on Skin Retention of Cationic Minoxidil Microparticles Suspended in an Anionic Surfactant Solution
Adding Brij 78 to minoxidil microparticles in a certain solution helps them stick to the skin better and prevents clumping.
research Substantivity and After-Rinsing Hair Growth Promotion of Cationic Microparticles of Minoxidil
Shampoos with more than 0.6% of cationic minoxidil particles can promote hair growth.
research Synchronous Fluorescence as a Green and Selective Method for the Simultaneous Determination of Finasteride and Tadalafil in Dosage Form and Spiked Human Plasma
A new green method accurately measures finasteride and tadalafil in drugs and plasma.
research Formulation and Characterization of Herbal Ingredients-Based Shampoo
The herbal shampoo is less damaging and improves hair's appearance.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Shampoo from Piper Betel and Psidium Guajava Leaves
The herbal shampoo made from Piper Betel and Psidium Guajava leaves was safe, promoted hair growth, and reduced hair fall.
research Cushing's Syndrome Reflected in the Skin
Skin symptoms like fragile skin and easy bruising can indicate Cushing's syndrome, which requires early diagnosis and treatment to prevent serious health issues.
research Study of the Base Influence on the Foaming Properties of Gel Shampoo with Minoxidil
Anionic surfactants significantly improve the foaming of minoxidil gel shampoo.
research Boosting Hair Growth Through Follicular Delivery of Melatonin Through Lecithin-Enhanced Pickering Emulsion Stabilized by Chitosan-Dextran Nanoparticles in Testosterone Induced Androgenic Alopecia Rat Model
Melatonin in a special emulsion can help treat hair loss more effectively.