12 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
10 citations
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January 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology” Alopecia areata causes unpredictable hair loss and emotional distress, with no cure and limited treatment options.
March 2024 in “Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine” Alpha-blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors are main treatments for BPH, with new support for phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors and beta-3 agonists.
Diet and supplements can significantly affect acne, with some foods and nutrients reducing and others worsening it.
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.
13 citations
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August 1985 in “Archives of Internal Medicine” Polysorbate 60 does not help with male pattern baldness.
4 citations
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August 1985 in “Archives of Internal Medicine” Polysorbate 60 does not help with male pattern baldness.
4 citations
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May 2014 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Glycyrrhizic acid from sweet licorice can effectively remove hair without skin irritation.
53 citations
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July 2009 in “Cancer Research” Blocking certain proteins can reduce skin inflammation caused by cancer treatment.
September 2021 in “Yearbook of pediatric endocrinology” Stress hormone stops a growth signal and keeps hair stem cells inactive, reducing hair growth.
March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Few dermatologists in Ontario accept OHIP referrals for hair loss, leading to long wait times and high fees.
August 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” February 2026 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Managing skin diseases during pregnancy and postpartum requires careful consideration of treatment safety and dosing to protect both mother and baby.
March 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cannabinoids may help manage epidermolysis bullosa symptoms, but more research is needed.
5 citations
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March 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Prurigo pigmentosa mainly affects middle-aged White and Asian women, often linked to a ketogenic diet, and is best treated with oral antibiotics.
2 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” The hCG diet and testosterone therapy can cause hair loss in some people.
38 citations
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May 2010 in “American Journal Of Pathology” 17β-Estradiol slows wound healing in male mice through estrogen receptor-α.
January 2026 in “Industrial Psychiatry Journal” Dengue fever can cause significant mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
December 2020 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” The document concludes that more research is needed to confirm if blood tests for things like iron and vitamin D are helpful for hair loss from Telogen effluvium.
24 citations
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December 2016 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Transgender women can develop feminine traits and improve their quality of life through hormone therapy and surgery, but results vary and access to surgery can be limited.
233 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Chemotherapy reduces taste and smell, but they mostly recover after treatment; adding spices may help improve appetite.
151 citations
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May 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Many patients experience long-lasting symptoms like fatigue and pain after COVID-19, regardless of initial disease severity.
56 citations
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September 2010 in “Veterinary pathology” Certain mouse strains develop a skin condition similar to a human hair loss disease due to genetic defects.
48 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Contact sensitizers like DCP and SADBE are the most effective treatments for alopecia areata.
18 citations
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July 2016 in “Clinics in dermatology” Nutrition affects skin health differently based on age and condition.
14 citations
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August 2017 in “International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology” Photodynamic therapy improved skin issues from sorafenib when other treatments failed.
11 citations
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July 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons” PRP treatments have shown mixed results for healing, and future research should focus on how PRP is used and which type is used.
9 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Medical aesthetics now helps treat medical conditions, expanding options for dermatologists.
2 citations
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July 2014 in “Journal of pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics” A woman got unwanted hair growth on her face from using bimatoprost eyedrops for glaucoma.