September 2020 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” Some existing drugs and natural products might work against COVID-19 by targeting the virus's main protease.
Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.
April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document summarizes recent dermatological treatments and advances in areas like pediatric care, wound healing, skin closure, light-based therapies, pigment disorders, hair loss, immunotherapy, infection management, melanoma, drug reactions, and facial rejuvenation.
Children under 18 had milder SARS with no deaths, but teenagers faced higher severe illness risk, and effective treatments were uncertain.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Skin problems are common in Bangladesh due to arsenic, prompt treatment of diabetic foot ulcers is crucial, maternal transmission causes most neonatal herpes, treatments for pediatric vasculitis are effective, the chickenpox vaccine works, more frequent UVB therapy helps psoriasis, certain jobs increase hand dermatitis risk, monoclonal antibodies treat psoriasis well, lifestyle affects psoriasis, alefacept improves psoriasis, imiquimod cream partially clears basal cell carcinoma, and iron may not help chronic hair loss.
Antiandrogens might help prevent or treat COVID-19 by blocking the virus's entry into cells.
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October 2006 in “Steroids” New sulfur-containing steroid analogs show promise for more targeted medical treatments.
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November 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Certain herbal compounds, especially from bitter melon, can inhibit cancer growth and promote hair growth by blocking PAK1.
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May 2020 in “Biomolecules” Spironolactone, a heart and liver drug, has new uses including cancer treatment, viral infection prevention, and skin condition improvement.
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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Lindera aggregata has many beneficial compounds that can help prevent and manage diseases.
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April 2018 in “Natural Product Communications” Cynomorium songaricum has many health benefits and could help with hair regrowth.
Amotosalen-treated donor T-cells can prevent late CMV infection after bone marrow transplants.
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January 1998 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Mutations at Val-889 and Arg-752 disrupt key interactions in the androgen receptor, affecting its function.
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July 2021 in “UNC Libraries” Mutations at Val-889 and Arg-752 disrupt key interactions in androgen receptor dimerization.
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August 2018 in “Nature Reviews Microbiology” Some viruses can cause cancer by changing cell processes and avoiding the immune system; vaccines and targeted treatments help reduce these cancers.
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July 2017 in “Current sports medicine reports” Athletes can experience various skin issues, which can be treated and prevented with appropriate care and protective measures.
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March 2015 in “Hepatitis Monthly” A woman's hair loss during Hepatitis C treatment with PEG-INF-a-2a and Ribavirin was reversible after stopping the medication.
December 2017 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie” In 2017, pediatric dermatology advanced with new treatments and insights into various skin conditions in children.
January 2017 in “Journal of Antivirals & Antiretrovirals” Treatment strategies for breast cancer affect blood health, causing issues like anemia and require nutritional counseling.
June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Platelet-rich Plasma Gel may help treat en coup de sabre scleroderma, improving symptoms and skin quality with minimal side effects.
October 2022 in “Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19 shows promise but requires more research to confirm effectiveness.
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August 2012 in “Journal of Food Science” The best way to extract saponins from Eclipta prostrasta is using 70% ethanol, at 70°C for 3 hours with a 14:1 liquid to solid ratio.
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December 2018 in “Cytokine” Type I interferons play a key role in the development of various skin diseases.
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” COVID-19 may cause early hair loss similar to classic temporary hair loss, with further research needed.
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October 2016 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” 3-Deoxysappanchalcone helps human hair cells grow and stimulates hair growth in mice by affecting certain cell signaling pathways.
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June 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
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February 2011 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” Manage side effects of hepatitis C treatment with dose changes and medications, which may improve patient adherence and treatment success.
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June 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” Imiquimod used intravaginally for cervical issues can cause temporary hair loss, especially if severe side effects occur.