research The effect of metformin on hirsutism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.
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research Distinguishing Androgenetic Alopecia From Chronic Telogen Effluvium When Associated in the Same Patient
Shorter, thinner hairs indicate AGA, while longer, thicker hairs suggest CTE; counting and measuring shed hairs helps diagnose hair loss type.
research Letter: Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treating Male Pattern Baldness
Injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can increase hair growth rate and density in male pattern baldness.
research Quantitative assessment of 2% topical minoxidil in the treatment of male pattern baldness
The study tested a hair treatment and found it can help grow hair, but won't stop baldness. It's safe and works well, but needs more testing.
research Hair removal using a long-pulsed alexandrite laser.
The long-pulsed alexandrite laser is effective for hair reduction, particularly for light-skinned individuals with dark hair, but caution is needed for darker skin.
research Targeted delivery of a poorly water-soluble compound to hair follicles using polymeric nanoparticle suspensions
Nanoparticles effectively deliver water-insoluble drugs to hair follicles, stimulating hair growth without irritating the skin.
research Contact dermatitis in reaction to 2% topical minoxidil solution
Minoxidil solution can cause skin irritation and allergies in some users.
research The quality of E uropean dermatological guidelines: critical appraisal of the quality of EDF guidelines using the AGREE II instrument
European dermatological guidelines vary in quality, with some highly rated, but improvements are needed in applicability and consistency.
research Cyproterone acetate as initial treatment and maintenance therapy for hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
research Nourkrin®: Objective and Subjective Effects and Tolerability in Persons with Hair Loss
Nourkrin® significantly increased hair growth and was well-tolerated by people with hair loss.
research Efficacy and safety of oral minoxidil 5 mg daily during 24-week treatment in male androgenetic alopecia
Oral minoxidil improves hair growth in men with hair loss, but caution needed for those with heart issues.
research Flutamide-Loaded Zein Nanocapsule Hydrogel, a Promising Dermal Delivery System for Pilosebaceous Unit Disorders
The flutamide-loaded hydrogel is a promising, skin-friendly treatment for acne and hair loss, potentially requiring less frequent application.
research Fat Transfer for the Management of Soft Tissue Trauma: The Do's and the Don'ts
Fat transfer can be effective for soft tissue trauma if the patient is chosen carefully and the procedure is done correctly.
research Treatment of Canine Otitis Externa Using Video Otoscopy
Using a video otoscope effectively treated ear infections in dogs.
research Scalp cooling in the prevention of anthracycline-induced alopecia
Scalp cooling prevented hair loss in half of the patients, despite significant side effects.
research “Miliacin encapsulated by polar lipids stimulates cell proliferation in hair bulb and improves telogen effluvium in women”
Miliacin with polar lipids helps hair growth and improves hair loss in women.
research Platelet-rich plasma in interventional dermatology and trichology: How far have we come?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise in skin and hair treatments but results vary with preparation methods.
research Complementary evolution of coding and noncoding sequence underlies mammalian hairlessness
Hairless mammals have genetic changes in both their protein-coding and regulatory sequences related to hair.
research Current Progress Regarding Cordyceps militaris, Its Metabolite Function, and Its Production
Cordyceps militaris is a promising, cost-effective medicinal fungus with health benefits and efficient production methods.
research Keeping Our Eye on the Ball: The American Society of Preventive Oncology in 2009
Cancer prevention is crucial, with a focus on research and improved screening methods.
research Reconsidering quantification and mechanistic inference in platelet-rich plasma research for androgenetic alopecia
PRP combined with minoxidil may help treat hair loss, but better methods and standardized practices are needed.
research Physical Treatments and Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy is the most supported treatment for hair loss, but other methods show promise.
research Meta-analysis on the Efficacy of Platelet-rich Plasma in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) helps treat hair loss effectively, especially when prepared using the double-spin method.
research Effect of Acupressure on Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Acupressure improves quality of life in PCOS patients.
research Trichoscopy and Trichogram
Trichoscopy and trichogram are useful for diagnosing hair and scalp conditions.
research An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for detection of botulinum toxin antibodies
Botox is effective for urinary incontinence, chronic migraines, and male pattern hair loss, and a new test for Botox antibodies is more humane.
research JOURNAL SCAN
White petrolatum jelly is as effective as bacitracin for wound healing without increasing infection rates and can save money.
research Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis
Hirsutism in women is mostly due to PCOS and can be managed with oral contraceptives and hair removal methods.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Leflunomide
Leflunomide is effective for rheumatoid arthritis but has significant side effects.