October 2024 in “Frontiers in Neurology” Interventional embolization is effective for treating scalp arteriovenous fistula but can cause complications like swelling and hair loss.
September 2023 in “Physiology and Pharmacology” Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
August 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” BLH308, with persimmon leaf, green tea, and sophora fruit extracts, safely increased hair density and thickness.
July 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
November 2008 in “Pediatrics in Review” Hormonal birth control pills are commonly used by teens but often fail due to incorrect use.
317 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” PCOS is a complex condition in women that can lead to health issues, and lifestyle changes are the best management approach.
50 citations,
February 2022 in “Nanomaterials” Nanomaterials show promise in improving wound healing but require more research on their potential toxicity.
43 citations,
January 2016 in “Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity” THSG from a Chinese plant helps with aging and related diseases.
38 citations,
May 2017 in “Medical Science Monitor” Myositis in lupus patients is linked to skin rash, hair loss, blood issues, and high disease activity.
23 citations,
November 1986 in “Pediatrics” Minoxidil, when used with a diuretic and β-blocking agent, can safely lower blood pressure in most children with severe hypertension due to kidney disease, with minimal side effects.
20 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Womens Health” Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
20 citations,
August 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” Biologics show promise in treating various stubborn skin diseases, but more research and better reimbursement criteria are needed.
17 citations,
November 2015 in “Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity” Fibroblast Growth Factor-9 helps repair heart damage after a heart attack by creating new blood vessels, especially in diabetics.
16 citations,
October 2023 in “Molecular cancer” New treatments like nanotechnology show promise in improving skin cancer therapy.
12 citations,
June 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Innovative biomaterials show promise in healing chronic diabetic foot ulcers.
12 citations,
December 2010 in “Journal of thoracic oncology” New treatments for non-small cell lung cancer are being tested, with some already in use, focusing on immune response and targeting cancer cells, but side effects vary.
10 citations,
December 2020 in “Dermatitis” Ethnic hair products contain different allergens than nonethnic ones, with fragrance being the most common in ethnic products.
6 citations,
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Quercetin may help improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
4 citations,
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Exosomes show promise for improving wound healing, reducing aging signs, preventing hair loss, and lightening skin but require more research and better production methods.
3 citations,
March 2023 in “Life” Obesity can worsen wound healing by negatively affecting the function of stem cells in fat tissue.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Scalp skin grafts effectively cover lower limb defects with high success and minimal complications.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “BJUI” Urologists should monitor mental health in patients taking finasteride due to potential links to suicidal thoughts, adjusting dosage or stopping use if necessary. More research is needed to confirm if finasteride causes these thoughts.
1 citations,
June 2022 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” Young adults who had liver disease as children often experience significant health problems and frequently need transplants.
October 2024 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP and PRF show promise for hair growth but need more research for consistent and safe use.
February 2024 in “Biomedicines” Pregnant women with PCOS have higher levels of Neurokinin B in the placenta, especially with female babies.
May 2023 in “Karnataka Pediatric Journal” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial for managing SLE-related pancreatitis in children.
May 2022 in “Cardiovascular Toxicology” 227 citations,
November 2004 in “Medicine” Older adults diagnosed with lupus show less severe symptoms but have a lower survival rate, often due to age-related factors.
205 citations,
September 2018 in “Nutrients” Essential oils from Curcuma species, like turmeric, have compounds that can fight inflammation, cancer, and bacteria, and can also stimulate hair regrowth in bald males.
151 citations,
May 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Many patients experience long-lasting symptoms like fatigue and pain after COVID-19, regardless of initial disease severity.