research Photobiomodulation therapy in management of cancer therapy-induced side effects: WALT position paper 2022
Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
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720-750 / 1000+ results research Gender Differences in Response to COVID-19 Infection and Vaccination
Men generally face more severe COVID-19 outcomes than women, partly due to hormonal differences.
research The burden of alopecia areata: A scoping review focusing on quality of life, mental health and work productivity
Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of 6-Month Treatment with Tamsulosin Plus the Hexanic Extract of Serenoa repens versus Tamsulosin Plus 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Moderate-to-Severe LUTS-BPH Patients: Results of a Paired Matched Clinical Study
Tamsulosin with Serenoa repens is as effective as with 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors but causes fewer side effects.
research Spectrum and Impact of Reported Side Effects of Omalizumab in Patients With Chronic Urticaria: A Long‐Term Multicentre Real‐World Study
Omalizumab is generally safe for chronic urticaria, but hair loss is a common side effect.
research Association between androgenetic alopecia and psychological well-being: a systematic review and meta-analysis
People with androgenetic alopecia often experience more anxiety, depression, and lower self-esteem.
research Evaluation of the CNC® prosthetic system in recurrent breast cancer patients with chemotherapy-induced alopecia: a pilot study
The CNC® prosthetic system improved body image in breast cancer patients with hair loss from chemotherapy but did not significantly change their psychological wellbeing.
research Prevalence of alopecia areata in Japan: Estimates from a nationally representative sample
Alopecia areata affects 1.45% of people in Japan, impacting mood and self-esteem, with many not seeking treatment.
research Scalp cooling to prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Scalp cooling is an effective way to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy.
research Impact of Reducing Obesity in PCOS: Methods and Treatment Outcomes
Weight loss improves PCOS symptoms and overall health.
research Unraveling Translational Insights into Systemic Multi-Organ Toxicity of Cytosine Arabinoside (Ara-C): A Systematic Review of Preclinical Animal Evidence
Cytarabine can cause multiple organ toxicities, especially neurotoxicity, but better research methods are needed to fully understand and predict these effects.
research A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) Evaluating the Efficacy of an Exosome-Containing Plant Extract Formulation for Treating Male Alopecia
The plant extract helped increase hair growth in men without severe side effects.
research Evaluating changes in the breast cancer-related quality of life of young women with breast cancer: long-term results from a multicenter prospective cohort
Many young women with breast cancer experience poor quality of life, especially in sexual health and hair loss, but future outlook improves over time.
research Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Baricitinib Against Traditional Therapies in Severe Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Baricitinib is effective for severe alopecia areata but has some side effects.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with weight‐loss attempts and perception of overweight independent of BMI: a population‐based cohort study
Women with PCOS often try to lose weight and see themselves as overweight, regardless of their actual BMI.
research Immunoreactivity of the SARS-CoV-2 entry proteins ACE-2 and TMPRSS-2 in murine models of hormonal manipulation, ageing, and cardiac injury
Age affects how certain proteins involved in COVID-19 infection are expressed in mice, but sex hormones and heart injury do not.
research A Multimodal Hair-Loss Treatment Strategy Using a New Topical Phytoactive Formulation: A Report of Five Cases
The new topical botanical formulation significantly regrew hair in all five patients without side effects.
research A Novel Nutraceutical Gummy for Hair Regrowth in Women: A Case Series
The gummy improved hair growth and reduced shedding in women.
research Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor Geftinib-induced erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp – A report with a brief review of the literature
Gefitinib can cause scalp skin issues and permanent hair loss.
research Anabolic androgenic steroids and carcinogenicity focusing on Leydig cell: a literature review
Anabolic androgenic steroids can increase cancer risk and disrupt hormones.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Oral Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata in Children
Tofacitinib effectively reduces hair loss in children with alopecia areata but may cause mild side effects and relapses.
research The Hidden Epidemic of Topical Steroid Use: Prevalence and Impact Among Jordan’s General Population
Many people in Jordan misuse topical steroids without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for better education and regulation.
research Interventions for central serous chorioretinopathy: a network meta-analysis
No single treatment is clearly effective for central serous chorioretinopathy.
research Efficacy and safety of metformin for melasma treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Topical metformin effectively treats melasma with minimal side effects.
research Efficacy and safety of oral minoxidil in the treatment of alopecia: a single-arm rate meta-analysis and systematic review
Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia, improving hair growth with minor side effects.
research Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Oral Minoxidil in Children: A Systematic Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for treating children's hair disorders.
research The secret identities of TMPRSS2: Fertility factor, virus trafficker, inflammation moderator, prostate protector and tumor suppressor
TMPRSS2 helps viruses enter cells and protects the prostate from inflammation-related cancer.
research Improving Quality of Life During Chemotherapy: Cannabinoids, Cryotherapy, and Scalp Cooling
Cannabis, cryotherapy, and scalp cooling can help improve the quality of life for chemotherapy patients.
research Harm reduction measures in a recreational gym user with anabolic androgenic steroid dependence: a case report in the context of current best clinical practice
Non-medical steroid use in gym-goers is risky and needs better prevention and care strategies.
research Abstracts from the 4th Annual Student Medical Summit
The document concludes that more research is needed to reduce frequent hospital visits, addiction medicine education improves with specific training, early breast cancer surgery findings are emerging, nipple smears are not very accurate, surgery for older melanoma patients doesn't extend life, a genetic condition in infants can often be treated with one drug, doctors are inconsistent with blood clot medication, a certain gene may protect against cell damage, muscle gene overexpression affects many other genes, and some mitochondrial genes are less active in mice with tumors.