136 citations,
May 2016 in “Phytotherapy Research” Turmeric may have benefits for skin health, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
104 citations,
January 2016 in “Food & Function” Olive oil compounds may help prevent cancer in animals, but human results are mixed.
63 citations,
January 2012 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care” Some birth control pills have a higher risk of blood clots than others.
44 citations,
October 2010 in “BJUI” 5-α-reductase inhibitors reduce prostate cancer risk but may cause sexual dysfunction and don't affect high-grade tumor or death rates.
39 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Ketoconazole cream is effective for skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and may help with hair loss and other skin issues, with generally mild side effects.
32 citations,
June 2019 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is common in women with conditions like anovulation, hirsutism, hair loss, and type 2 diabetes, and it can lead to health risks like heart disease, obesity, insulin resistance, and depression. Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NC-CAH) is also discussed.
31 citations,
February 2021 in “Nutrients” Curcumin may improve blood sugar levels and cholesterol in people with PCOS, but more research is needed.
30 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Hedychium spicatum has medicinal properties but needs more research for scientific validation and use.
28 citations,
December 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Some medications might reverse gray hair, especially those that reduce inflammation or stimulate pigment production, and vitamin B might help.
28 citations,
November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and treatment of scalp itch require differentiating between various conditions using a proposed five-step evaluation process.
26 citations,
October 2014 in “Andrologia” Infertile men are more likely to produce sperm with abnormal chromosome numbers, which can affect pregnancy success and embryo health.
17 citations,
August 2021 in “Dermatologic surgery” Microneedling is generally safe but can cause minor, temporary side effects and requires caution for some patients.
15 citations,
April 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil and finasteride work best for hair loss; more research needed.
12 citations,
July 2019 in “Acta Neurologica Belgica” Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.
10 citations,
November 2014 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Polyphenols may help treat skin conditions like warts, hair loss, acne, and dark spots, but more research is needed.
8 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Saw palmetto supplements may modestly improve hair regrowth with few side effects, but more research is needed.
7 citations,
May 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Dermatologists helped identify COVID-19 through skin symptoms and managed skin issues during the pandemic, but more high-quality research is needed.
6 citations,
February 2021 in “Frontiers in Neurology” Cyclosporine-A can cause serious blood clots in the brain, so patients need careful monitoring.
6 citations,
April 2013 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” Raspberry ketone lacks sufficient human research to support health benefit claims and requires more rigorous studies to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
5 citations,
January 2020 in “Research journal of pharmacy and technology” CBD may help reduce stress and pain in women with PCOS.
2 citations,
August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Higher energy, longer exposure, and pulse irradiation improve hair density in androgenetic alopecia treatment.
2 citations,
April 2018 in “SLEEP” People with rheumatoid arthritis have poorer sleep quality than healthy individuals.
1 citations,
March 2021 in “Skin health and disease” Better hair loss models needed for research.
Dianabol boosts muscle growth but has serious health risks and legal issues.
Fire needle therapy's benefits and safety for alopecia areata need more evidence.
April 2017 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly reduce urinary symptoms and may lower surgery and acute retention risks in men.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Terbinafine 250 mg is the most effective treatment for fungal nail infections.
August 2012 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” The issue included new and updated reviews on various health interventions, with significant findings on weight loss, psychological therapies, cancer treatment, and more.
May 2012 in “Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine” The Cochrane Database published its 5000th review in 2012, covering various health topics and updating conclusions based on new research.
January 2017 in “The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology&Otorhinolaryngology&Dermatology” Early-onset male baldness is significantly linked to metabolic syndrome, suggesting those with early baldness should consider preventive treatment to reduce risk.