research Skin Lesions in Drug Addicts
Drug addicts often have scars, skin color changes, blocked veins, and bruising, with severe ulcers from barbiturate injections.
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research Cutaneous Necrosis After Injection of Polyethylene Glycol–Modified Interferon Alfa
Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
research Provision of Patient-Centered Transgender Care
The document concludes that health care providers should offer culturally competent care and more research is needed to improve health outcomes for transgender individuals.
research Localized Cutaneous Necrosis Associated with the Antiphospholipid Syndrome
A woman with lupus experienced skin death due to a blood clotting disorder after stopping a blood thinner, which healed with treatment.
research Two Cases of Stroke Associated with the Use of Finasteride, an Approved Drug for Male-Pattern Hair Loss in Japan
Finasteride, a hair loss medication, may be linked to stroke in young men.
research The Combination of Ethinylestradiol/Cyproterone Acetate Is Temporarily Withdrawn from the Market in France. Is the Measure Justified?
The paper suggests that France's suspension of Diane-35 was hasty and could cause treatment issues and unintended pregnancies, recommending a re-evaluation and better patient information.
research An Unusual Case of Thalamic Stroke in a Young Adult With Patent Foramen Ovale and Finasteride Use
Stopping finasteride and closing PFO can help prevent strokes in young adults.
research Sex Hormones in COVID-19 Severity: The Quest for Evidence and Influence Mechanisms
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity and outcomes.
research Safer 1064 Nm Long-Pulse Frequency Settings and Safety Eyewear Setup to Improve Visualization of Superficial Veins
Use a 3-mm spot size and specific protective eyewear for safer and more effective laser treatment of facial veins.
research Immune Globulin: Hair Regrowth in Two Men Treated with IVIG for Neurological Conditions
Two men experienced hair regrowth while being treated with immune globulin for other health issues, but there were also side effects.
research Drugs Affecting Blood Coagulation, Fibrinolysis, and Hemostasis
Some blood-thinning medications can increase the risk of bleeding, and certain factors like genetics and other health conditions affect their safety and effectiveness.
research Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome (PAES) — A Case Report on Differential Diagnosis of Intermittent Claudication
Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome (PAES) is a rare but possible cause of leg pain during walking, even in untrained women.
research Vitamins
High doses of certain vitamins can cause serious side effects and health risks.
research Generalized Cutaneous Necrosis: A Complication of Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin
A woman developed severe skin damage after using a blood thinner called low-molecular-weight heparin.
research Agent-Specific Effects of Anticoagulant-Induced Alopecia
Some blood thinners can cause hair loss, but switching medications can stop it.
research Acute Vision Loss Due to Retinal Arteriolar Occlusion After Forehead Injection of Triamcinolone Acetonide
A woman lost vision in one eye after a forehead injection, but prompt treatment led to partial vision recovery.
research Finasteride
Finasteride might cause rare blood clot in brain for baldness patients.
research Laser Vein Therapy
Laser therapy is a safe, effective, and preferred treatment for spider veins.
research Massive Pulmonary Embolism: Evolving Management and Future Therapies
Timely diagnosis and active treatment improve outcomes for massive pulmonary embolism.
research Liver Transplantation for Propionic Acidemia in Children
Liver transplantation is a viable option for children with propionic acidemia, improving quality of life and diet, but does not remove all risks and long-term brain outcomes are uncertain.
research Association of Surgical Risk With Exogenous Hormone Use in Transgender Patients
Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.
research Adverse Health Effects of Androgen Use
Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.
research Candidate SNP Markers of Reproductive Potential Predicted by Significant Change in Affinity of TATA-Binding Protein for Human Gene Promoters
Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
research Beneficial Uses of Breadfruit (Artocarpus Altilis)
Breadfruit is nutritious and has potential health and medicinal benefits, but is currently underused.
research Childhood-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with Trisomy X and Increased Risk for Bone Complications: A Case Report
A girl with lupus and trisomy X has a higher risk of bone problems like avascular necrosis and osteoporosis.
research The Pediatrician and the Sexually Active Adolescent
Pediatricians should advise sexually active teens on safe sex and STD prevention, and discuss contraceptive options and their side effects.
research Acute Hepatitis and Pancytopenia in a Child With Chronic Abuse of Senna
A child's chronic use of Senna caused liver damage and a severe decrease in blood cells, but improved after stopping Senna and getting treatment.
research Right Heart Failure Due to Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient: A Case Report
A woman with lupus had right heart failure due to blood clots in her lungs, but treatment improved her condition.
research Right Heart Failure Due to Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient: A Case Report
SLE can increase the risk of blood clots, leading to heart failure, but treatment can improve heart function.
research A Comment on a Study of Donor Area in Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
The document suggests that for better patient satisfaction in hair transplants, high-quality photos are needed, and using a narrow donor strip might lead to fewer grafts and dissatisfaction, but filling the scar with FUE grafts and using tranexamic acid can improve results.