research Hair Changes due to Drugs
Some drugs can cause reversible hair loss, but certain chemotherapy drugs may lead to permanent hair loss; drugs can also change hair color and texture.
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150-180 / 1000+ results research Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment of Taste and Smell Changes in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer or Gynecologic Malignancies
Chemotherapy reduces taste and smell, but they mostly recover after treatment; adding spices may help improve appetite.
research Oral retinoids-present status
Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
research Docetaxel, cisplatin and 5-fluorouracil in patients with locally advanced unresectable head and neck cancer: a phase I–II feasibility study
The treatment combining docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-FU is feasible and effective for advanced head and neck cancer.
research 'Atrophic telogen effluvium' from cytotoxic drugs and a randomized controlled trial to investigate the possible protective effect of pretreatment with a topical vitamin D3 analogue in humans
Topical vitamin D3 does not prevent hair loss from chemotherapy.
research Off-Label Use of Topical Minoxidil in Alopecia: A Review
Minoxidil helps treat eyebrow thinning, monilethrix, early hair loss, and shortens chemo-related hair loss.
research Alopecia in general medicine
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
research Diseases on Hair Follicles Leading to Hair Loss Part I: Nonscarring Alopecias
Common types of non-scarring hair loss have various causes and treatments, but more effective solutions are needed.
research The effect and mechanism of YH0618 granule on chemotherapy- induced hair loss in patients with breast cancer: study protocol for a randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical trial
YH0618 granule may help prevent hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
research Epigallocatechin-3-gallate inhibits paclitaxel-induced apoptosis through the alteration of microRNA expression in human dermal papilla cells
Green tea extract helps prevent cell death and supports cell survival in hair cells exposed to a chemotherapy drug.
research Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia Among Women With Breast Cancer
Asian women with breast cancer experience the highest rates of long-term hair loss and related distress after chemotherapy.
research Drug utilization pattern and adverse drug reactions of chemotherapy in pediatric patients at Muhimbili National Hospital, Tanzania
Most pediatric cancer patients at Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania experienced side effects from chemotherapy, with nausea, hair loss, and low white blood cell count being the most common.
research Cancer-Related Alopecia Risk and Treatment
Scalp cooling helps prevent hair loss during chemotherapy, and minoxidil aids regrowth.
research Trichilemmal Carcinoma of the Thigh
Trichilemmal carcinoma is rare, usually benign after removal, but needs close follow-up due to recurrence risks.
research Referee report. For: Drug utilization pattern and adverse drug reactions of chemotherapy in pediatric patients at Muhimbili National Hospital, Tanzania [version 1; peer review: 1 approved, 1 approved with reservations]
Most pediatric cancer patients at Muhimbili National Hospital experienced adverse drug reactions during chemotherapy, highlighting the need for careful monitoring.
research A prospective observational study on drug safety monitoring and Pharmacoeconomics in patients with locally advanced unresectable NSCLC in a tertiary care hospital
Carboplatin-paclitaxel is preferred for advanced lung cancer due to its balance of affordability and patient well-being.
research Hair Loss in Women
Up to 50% of women may experience significant hair loss by age 50, with various causes and treatments available.
research Iatrogen male infertility
Medical treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy can harm sperm production, so freezing sperm before treatment is important for men who want children later.
research RF-Scalp Cooling
Scalp cooling reduces chemotherapy-induced hair loss without increasing risk of skin metastases.
research Manejo de alopecia no paciente em tratamento oncológico
Topical Minoxidil effectively and safely regrows hair in cancer patients.
research Complications associated with oncological therapy - how to minimize?
Personalized treatment and teamwork among doctors can reduce chemotherapy side effects and improve patient outcomes.
research Outcomes in Clinically Relevant Patient Subgroups From the EMBRACA Study: Talazoparib vs Physician’s Choice Standard-of-Care Chemotherapy
Talazoparib is more effective than standard chemotherapy for advanced breast cancer with BRCA mutations.
research Beyond DNA-targeting in Cancer Chemotherapy. Emerging Frontiers - A Review
New cancer treatments aim to reduce side effects and improve effectiveness.
research Patient, Oncologist, and Payer Preferences for Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy and CDK4/6 Inhibitor Regimens in Early-Stage Breast Cancer: A Discrete Choice Experiment
Patients and oncologists prioritize survival benefits, while payers focus on treatment costs.
research An In Situ Chemotherapy Drug Combined with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor for Chemoimmunotherapy
Combining specific nanoparticles with immune therapy significantly improves cancer treatment.
research Management of Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Patients Taking Adjuvant Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy
Non-hormonal treatments should be used first for sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal breast cancer patients on aromatase inhibitors, with hormones as a second option.
research Bioabsorbable nano-micelle hybridized hydrogel scaffold prevents postoperative melanoma recurrence
A special gel with medicine helps prevent melanoma from coming back after surgery.
research Oral minoxidil for late alopecia in cancer survivors
Oral minoxidil effectively improves hair regrowth in cancer survivors with late alopecia.
research Assessment of Quality of Life and Treatment Outcomes of Patients With Persistent Postchemotherapy Alopecia
Hair regrowth treatments had modest benefits for patients with long-term hair loss after chemotherapy.
research The utility of DHL-HisZnNa, a novel antioxidant, against anticancer agent-induced alopecia in breast cancer patients: a multicenter phase II clinical trial
DHL-HisZnNa may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy, but more research is needed.