research The Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Score and Hirsutism Among Filipino Women
An mFG score of 7 or higher indicates hirsutism in Filipino women, often linked to higher free testosterone levels.
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research Psychodermatology in the UK: Psychological Impact of Skin Diseases and Importance of Services
Mindfulness reduces anxiety and depression in skin disease patients; dermatologists and psychiatrists often lack confidence in treating psychodermatological conditions.
research Hair Loss
The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
research Randomized Split-Side Study Comparing Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Type A Versus 0.9% Sodium Chloride in Scalp Psoriasis
Botulinum toxin type A significantly reduces scalp psoriasis severity compared to placebo.
research Banding Pattern on Polarized Hair Microscopic Examination and Unilateral Polymicrogyria in a Patient With Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency
A patient with steroid sulfatase deficiency had a unique hair pattern and a brain malformation not previously linked to the condition.
research Trailing the Path to Preventive Oncology
Preventing cancer involves lifestyle changes, vaccinations, early screening, and understanding cancer's molecular basis.
research Hashimoto Thyroiditis - A Comprehensive Review
Hashimoto thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that can lead to an underactive thyroid and is treated with medication and sometimes diet changes or surgery.
research Phytoestrogens and Early Onset Androgenic Alopecia: A Study in Ndola, Zambia
Eating a lot of soy might lower the chance of early hair loss in men likely to get it.
research PCOS: Update and Diagnostic Approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research Alemtuzumab-Induced Secondary Autoimmune Skin Disorders as Side Effects of Multiple Sclerosis Therapy: Problem That Can Be Influenced or Fate? A Narrative Overview of the Literature and a Neuroprotective Role of Vitamin D
Taking vitamin D might improve life for MS patients and reduce skin side effects from alemtuzumab treatment.
research British Association of Dermatologists’ Guidelines for the Management of Alopecia Areata 2012
Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.
research Liposomes with an Ethanol Fraction as an Application for Drug Delivery
Ethosomes improve drug delivery through the skin but may have side effects like irritation.
research Association of Insulin-Like Growth Factor 2 Apa1 A820G Gene (rs680) Polymorphism with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
A certain gene variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovarian syndrome in South Indian women.
research Enhanced Ectodysplasin-A Receptor Signaling Alters Multiple Fiber Characteristics to Produce the East Asian Hair Form
A genetic change in the EDAR gene causes the unique hair traits found in East Asians.
research Characterizing Hair Loss in the Elderly: An Observational Study of 163 Patients
Hair loss in elderly people is often due to health issues and needs better diagnosis and treatment.
research Teledermatology in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review
Teledermatology became a valuable and convenient tool for skin care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
research The Coexistence of Trachyonychia and Mucocutaneous Lichen Planus: A Case Report
Early diagnosis and treatment of nail and skin conditions can improve health and appearance.
research Stewardship of Medication Errors in a Developing Country’s Scenario: A Clinical Pharmacist’s Role
Clinical pharmacists are crucial in improving patient safety by reporting medication errors in hospitals.
research The Eye and the Skin in Endocrine Metabolic Diseases
Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.
research A Clinicoepidemiological Study of Skin Tags and Their Association with Metabolic Syndrome
People with more than 11 skin tags, especially on the thigh, neck, or armpit, may have a higher chance of metabolic syndrome.
research Clinico-Mycological Profile and Trichoscopic Findings Among Pediatric Tinea Capitis Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study from Northern India
Trichoscopy is a valuable, quick, and non-invasive tool for diagnosing tinea capitis in children.
research Hair Fall Count in 60 Seconds: Clinic-Based Modified Count Versus Home-Based Count
The clinic-based hair fall count method is accurate and reliable.
research Clinical, Histopathological and Immunological Characteristics of Exfoliative Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus in 25 German Short-Haired Pointers
A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
research A Study on the Efficacy of 308 nm Excimer Light Therapy in Alopecia Areata
308 nm excimer light therapy may help hair regrowth in alopecia areata with delayed results and no serious side effects.
research Infertility: Evaluation and Initial Management
Healthcare providers should start with simple fertility tests and treatments before referring patients to specialists.
research Cell and Cell-Free Therapies in Osteoarthritis
Some therapies using stem cells and platelet-rich plasma may help treat osteoarthritis, but more research is needed to ensure they are safe and effective.
research Raman Spectroscopy and Electronic Microscopy Structural Studies of Caucasian and Afro Human Hair
Hair treatments cause significant structural changes, especially with excessive heat, regardless of ethnicity.
research Dermatological Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS often causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing early treatment.
research Two Incidental Sibling Diagnoses of Netherton Syndrome in Separate Visits: A Case Report
Doctors should consider Netherton syndrome in patients with chronic skin and hair issues to avoid misdiagnosis.
research Abstracts from the 4th Annual Student Medical Summit
The document concludes that more research is needed to reduce frequent hospital visits, addiction medicine education improves with specific training, early breast cancer surgery findings are emerging, nipple smears are not very accurate, surgery for older melanoma patients doesn't extend life, a genetic condition in infants can often be treated with one drug, doctors are inconsistent with blood clot medication, a certain gene may protect against cell damage, muscle gene overexpression affects many other genes, and some mitochondrial genes are less active in mice with tumors.