research Efficacy and safety of systemic spironolactone for acne in female patients in Sulaymaniyah teaching center of dermatology
Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating acne in women, especially those over 25 with hormonal imbalances.
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research Follicular Neutrophilic Inflammation (Hidradenitis Suppurativa)
Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
research Rosacea-Like Dermatitis Caused by Icotinib Hydrochloride: A Case Report
A man developed skin issues from cancer medication, which improved with specific treatments.
research Questions and answers for clinical insights
Most hair loss in kids and teens is due to common conditions, and hair usually grows back within 6 months.
research Review: Dutasteride, fesoterodine, and finasteride are beneficial for lower urinary tract symptoms in older patients
Dutasteride, fesoterodine, and finasteride help older patients with urinary issues.
research Permeation of topically applied caffeine through human skin – a comparison of in vivo and in vitro data
Caffeine penetrates human skin in lab tests similarly to real-life conditions, but actual skin use is still essential for accurate results.
research Topical Application of a Protein Kinase C Inhibitor Reduces Skin and Hair Pigmentation
Applying a specific inhibitor lightens skin and hair color.
research Involvement of Wnt, Eda and Shh at defined stages of sweat gland development
Wnt, Eda, and Shh pathways are crucial for different stages of sweat gland development in mice.
research Investigation of Follicular and Non-follicular Pathways for Polyarginine and Oleic Acid-Modified Nanoparticles
Surface-modified nanoparticles mainly use non-follicular pathways to enhance skin permeation of ibuprofen and could improve treatment for inflammatory skin diseases.
research The Androgen Receptor Antagonizes Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Epidermal Stem Cells
Androgen receptor activity blocks Wnt/β-catenin signaling, affecting hair growth and skin cell balance.
research Lactoferrin promotes hair growth in mice and increases dermal papilla cell proliferation through Erk/Akt and Wnt signaling pathways
Lactoferrin helps mice grow hair by increasing cell growth and hair follicle development.
research Mechanistic study of decreased skin penetration using a combination of sonophoresis with sodium fluorescein-loaded PEGylated liposomes with D-limonene
Using sonophoresis can make it harder for certain drug-loaded liposomes to get through the skin.
research Finasteride blocks progesterone synthesis in MA-10 Leydig tumor cells.
Finasteride blocks progesterone production in specific tumor cells, potentially causing side effects.
research Association between EGF and EGFR Gene Polymorphisms and Susceptibility to Alopecia Areata in the Korean Population
Certain gene variations in EGF and EGFR may increase the risk of alopecia areata in Koreans.
research Developing Topical Gel Formulation of Erandakarkati (Carica papaya Linn.) Latex for Managing Indralupta: A Preliminary Study
Carica papaya latex gel may reduce hair fall and promote regrowth in patchy hair loss.
research Hair Disorders
The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
research 686 Evaluation of contamination and quantification of drug penetrations studies using Quantitative Mass Spectrometry Imaging
QMSI is a valuable method for studying drug penetration in skin tissues.
research 689 Efficacy of CD101, a novel echinocandin, in the treatment of dermatophytosis using a Guinea Pig (GP) Model
CD101 is highly effective in treating dermatophytosis in guinea pigs.
research 688 Efficacy of topical Vorinostat in the reversal of alopecia areata
Topical Vorinostat shows promise for treating alopecia areata by promoting hair regrowth.
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New findings suggest targeting IL-23 could treat psoriasis, skin cells can adapt to new roles, direct conversion of skin cells to blood cells may aid cell therapy, removing certain tumor cells could boost cancer immunotherapy, and melanoma may have many tumorigenic cells, not just cancer stem cells.
research Sex Hormones and Frailty in Older Men: The Osteoporotic Fractures in Men (MrOS) Study
Older men with lower levels of available testosterone are more likely to be frail.
research Book review
The book provides a clear overview of PCOD and is recommended for medical trainees and clinicians, but may lack depth for advanced researchers.
research A quantitative hair growth assessment in female androgenetic alopecia during one year, and its modulation by a topical 5?-reductase inhibitor
Topical 5α-reductase inhibitor helps counteract hair loss and stabilize it.
research The Long-Term Effect of Doxazosin, Finasteride, and Combination Therapy on the Clinical Progression of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Combination therapy of doxazosin and finasteride safely and effectively reduces benign prostatic hyperplasia progression risk.
research A placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover study of fluoxetine in trichotillomania
Fluoxetine was not effective in treating hair-pulling disorder in the short term.
research Lichen planus
Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
research A randomized placebo-controlled multicentre study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of finasteride for male chronic pelvic pain syndrome (category IIIA chronic nonbacterial prostatitis).
Finasteride may help some male chronic pelvic pain patients, but more research needed.
research Comparison of finasteride (proscar®), a 5α reductase inhibitor, and various commercial plant extracts in in vitro and in vivo 5α reductase inhibition
Finasteride effectively inhibits 5α reductase, while plant extracts like Permixon and Bazoton don't show significant results.
research Oral Spironolactone for Acne Vulgaris in Adult Females: A Hybrid Systematic Review
Oral spironolactone's effectiveness for adult female acne is not well-supported by strong evidence.
research A Prospective, 1-Year Trial Using Saw Palmetto Versus Finasteride in the Treatment of Category III Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Finasteride improves chronic pelvic pain, saw palmetto doesn't.