research Use of Spironolactone in Dermatology: Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Hirsutism
Spironolactone is effective for acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female hair loss, and hirsutism but is underused in dermatology.
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research Hair and Nail Disorders of Childhood
The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
research Antiandrogenic Therapy with Cyproterone Acetate in Female Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Ciproterone acetate improves hair regrowth and acne in most female patients.
research Autologous Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Growth: A Pilot Study in Male Androgenetic Alopecia with In Vitro Bioactivity Investigation
PRP treatment significantly increased hair density and thickness in male hair loss.
research Comprehensive Overview of Rheumatology Studies: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
research Future Directions in the Treatment of Vitiligo
New treatments for vitiligo may focus on protecting melanocyte stem cells from stress and targeting specific pathways involved in the condition.
research Sexual Dysfunction, Including Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
research Concept of Tinea Capitis
Terbinafine is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis, a scalp infection often confused with other conditions.
research Systemic Antifungals: Overview, Applications, and Costs
Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
research Prevalence, Clinical Features, and Evaluation of Risk Factors for Onychocryptosis in Adult Diabetic Patients in Outpatient Clinic
Diabetic patients often have ingrown nails due to obesity, high blood pressure, past injuries, bad nail trimming, nail fungus, weak foot pulse, and weak knee reflex.
research Premature Graying of Scalp Hairs Treated with Ferrous Sulfate
Iron supplements may reverse premature hair graying caused by iron deficiency.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.
research Review of Systemic Methotrexate Therapy in Pediatric Dermatoses
Methotrexate is effective and well-tolerated in children for certain skin conditions but requires careful monitoring.
research Dermatologic Adverse Events in Pediatric Patients Receiving Targeted Anticancer Therapies: A Pooled Analysis
Targeted anticancer therapies in children often cause skin side effects like rash and dry skin.
research Autologous Platelet and Extracellular Vesicle-Rich Plasma as Therapeutic Fluid: A Review
Autologous Platelet and Extracellular Vesicle-Rich Plasma (PVRP) has potential in enhancing tissue regeneration and improving hair conditions, but its effectiveness varies due to individual differences.
research The Clinical Management of Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Postmenopausal Women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: A Review
Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Interventional Dermatology and Trichology: How Far Have We Come?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise in skin and hair treatments but results vary with preparation methods.
research Effectiveness Of Combined Minoxidil And Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy And Its Impact On Physical Performance
Combined minoxidil and PRP therapy improves hair growth without affecting physical performance.
research Stem Cell-Based Therapies for Hair Loss: What Is the Evidence from a Clinical Perspective?
Stem cell therapies show promise for hair regrowth but need more research to confirm effectiveness.
research Managing the PCOS-Related Symptoms of Hirsutism, Acne, and Female Pattern Hair Loss
research Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Topical Minoxidil (5%) in Combination with Oral Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
PRP with finasteride is better for hair regrowth than minoxidil with finasteride.
research Efficacy of 2.5 mg Oral Biotin Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil in Increasing Nail Growth Rate
Minoxidil increases nail growth more than biotin.
research Effectiveness of Topical Minoxidil (5%) Plus Topical Finasteride (0.1%) Fixed-Dose Combination Versus Topical Minoxidil (5%) Plus Oral Finasteride (1 Mg/Day) in Grade II-IV Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind Clinical Trial
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Oral Minoxidil Versus Other Drug Therapies
Combining two treatments for hair loss works better than using just one.
research Topical Finasteride Versus Topical Spironolactone in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical spironolactone works better than topical finasteride for hair loss.
research Topical Sodium Valproate-Loaded Nanospanlastics Versus Conventional Topical Steroid Therapy in Alopecia Areata: A Randomized Controlled Study
Both treatments for alopecia areata showed similar modest effectiveness.
research Efficacy of Topical Combination of 0.25% Finasteride and 3% Minoxidil Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Study
Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
research How Safe Is Prescribing Oral Minoxidil in Patients Allergic to Topical Minoxidil?
Oral minoxidil is a reasonably safe alternative for patients allergic to the topical form.
research Trichogenic Effect of Topical Ketoconazole Versus Minoxidil 2% in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Clinical and Trichoscopic Evaluation
Minoxidil works faster, but ketoconazole is a safer alternative for female hair loss.
research Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost Versus Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: Clinical and Dermoscopic Study
Latanoprost is more effective than minoxidil for treating alopecia areata.