research Dermal Wnt/β-Catenin Activation Tunably Controls Hair Follicle Initiation
Activating Wnt in skin cells controls the number of hair follicles by directing cell movement and fate.
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research The De Novo DNA Methyltransferase DNMT3A Is Required for Epidermal Homeostasis
DNMT3A is crucial for healthy skin and hair growth.
research Mature Adipocytes Inhibit the Antimicrobial Function of Dermal Adipogenic Stem Cells: An Explanation for Impaired Cutaneous Defense in Obesity
Obesity can weaken the skin's ability to fight infections because fat cells stop and reduce the infection-fighting properties of nearby stem cells.
research Laser for Hair Removal: A Review of Technologies and Efficacy
Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
research Nail Disorders
Different nail disorders are treated by targeting their specific causes and using appropriate medications or protective measures.
research Integrating Technology in Facial Plastic Surgery
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
research Long-Term Consequences of Finasteride vs Placebo in the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
Finasteride reduces the need for prostate surgery but may increase the risk of depression and persistent sexual side effects.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
research Refining Techniques in Eyebrow Transplantation
Eyebrow hair transplants have high patient satisfaction and require surgeons to have artistic and technical skills.
research Disorders of the Skin Appendages
The document concludes that proper recognition and treatment of skin appendage disorders are important for management.
research Regulation in the Aesthetics Sector: Is It All Just Politics and Confusion?
The letter concludes that the aesthetics sector needs better regulation and higher-level training to ensure patient safety.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.
research Arecaceae
Chewing betel nut may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, and saw palmetto can improve urinary symptoms in BPH with fewer side effects but may cause bleeding and allergic reactions.
research Towards Better Regulation in Cosmetic Practice Post-Keogh
The conclusion is that improved training and oversight for cosmetic procedures are recommended to better protect patients.
research Hair Loss in a 16-Year-Old Girl: A Case Study
The 16-year-old girl with hair loss was successfully treated for alopecia areata, leading to significant hair regrowth.
research Hair Loss in a Female Distance Runner
A female runner's hair loss was caused by stress from surgery and recovery, but her hair returned to normal in 5 months.
research The Princeton III Consensus Recommendations for the Management of Erectile Dysfunction and Cardiovascular Disease
The Princeton III Consensus recommends assessing cardiovascular risk in men with erectile dysfunction and prioritizing heart health before treating ED, especially in those with potential heart disease.
research Clinical Approaches to PCOS: A Survey of the NASPAG Membership
Doctors vary in how they initially test for PCOS, but most agree on using oral contraceptives and lifestyle changes as first treatments.
research Androgen Levels Do Not Predict PCOS Phenotypes in Adolescents and Young Adults
Androgen levels do not determine the type of PCOS symptoms in young females.
research Screening for Abnormal Glucose Metabolism in Adolescents with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Teens with PCOS have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and need regular glucose checks.
research Male Pattern Baldness: Causes, Treatments, and Future Prospects
Most American men experience hair loss by age 50, with limited effective treatments available and new options not expected soon.
research Contents
The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.
research Self-Management Is Beneficial for Men with Uncomplicated Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Teaching men with simple bladder problems self-management skills can improve their symptoms and quality of life.
research TICE Salvage Chemotherapy Treats Germ-Cell Tumors Effectively
TICE salvage chemotherapy is effective for treating germ-cell tumors with poor prognosis.
research Characterization and Isolation of Stem Cell-Enriched Human Hair Follicle Bulge Cells
Researchers successfully isolated and identified key stem cells in human hair follicles, which could help develop new skin and hair treatments.
research A Case-Control Study of Physical Activity, Obesity, and Energy Intake and the Risk of Kidney Cancer
Being obese and eating too many calories may increase the risk of kidney cancer, but physical activity doesn't seem to affect this risk.
research Prostate Specific Antigen Levels in Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Men from the 2001–2002 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Long-term diabetes is linked to lower prostate cancer risk.
research Effect of Dutasteride on the Detection of Prostate Cancer in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Dutasteride may lower the chance of finding prostate cancer in men with enlarged prostates.
research Minerva
Minoxidil is better for female hair loss without hormonal issues, cyproterone acetate for those with; people with treated congenital heart disease have lower life quality; personality differs in types of infertility; oral terbinafine is best for toenail fungus; bladder training reduces incontinence; nurse clinics help with heart disease; weight loss improves body composition and liver disease; computer training cuts drug errors.
research Book Reviews
The reviews critique three psychology books, noting skepticism about a personality inventory for teens, praising a practical guide on body image issues, and recommending a book on grief therapy.