research COVID-19 and endocrine and metabolic diseases. An updated statement from the European Society of Endocrinology
People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
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research Disinfection, sterilization and operation theater guidelines for dermatosurgical practitioners in India
Indian dermatosurgical practitioners were given guidelines in 2011 to reduce infection risks, including hand hygiene, sterilization methods, operation theater standards, and proper waste disposal.
research Love is in the hair: arginine methylation of human hair proteins as novel cardiovascular biomarkers
Human hair protein modifications could potentially indicate heart disease risk.
research Medical consequences of long-term anabolic-androgenic Steroids (AASs) abuses in athletes
Long-term steroid abuse in athletes causes serious health risks, outweighing any benefits.
research Female sexual dysfunction in androgenetic alopecia: Case-control study
Hair loss in women linked to higher sexual dysfunction risk.
research The Relation of Androgenetic Alopecia Severity with Epicardial Fat Thickness
More severe hair loss links to thicker heart fat, suggesting possible heart disease risk.
research Hair Loss: A Harbinger of the Morbidities to Come!
Early hair loss in men and women may indicate a higher risk of heart disease and metabolic problems.
research Recent advances in the genetics of alopecia areata
New research has found 14 genes linked to the risk of developing alopecia areata, improving understanding and treatment options.
research A national ethics committee
Taking calcium may help elderly with osteoporosis, birth control with levonorgestrel doesn't increase heart attack risk, Salmonella can cause arthritis, a national ethics committee is recommended, and sulfasalazine might help with a hair loss condition.
research The relation between the severity of androgenetic alopecia and cardiovascular atherosclerosis measured via carotid intima-media thickness and the syntax score
Severe hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is linked to higher risk of heart disease (cardiovascular atherosclerosis).
research DRUG NEWS
The FDA approved a new breast cancer treatment, found flu shots may reduce heart risks, questioned the safety of fast-tracked drug approvals, showed statins don't help with certain pneumonia, and approved a new dementia imaging agent.
research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2014 objectives and design update
The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.
research Cutaneous effects of the most commonly used antidepressant medication, the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
Antidepressants called SSRIs can cause skin problems, bleeding risk, and other side effects.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common Reproductive and Metabolic Disorder Necessitating Early Recognition and Treatment
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS is crucial to reduce emotional distress and health risks.
research Efficacy and safety of 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor monotherapy in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia: A meta-analysis
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.
research Wnt signaling activation: targets and therapeutic opportunities for stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine
Wnt activation shows promise for regenerative medicine but requires selective targeting to minimize risks like cancer.
research The Shifting Landscape of Disease-Modifying Therapies for Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
New treatments for relapsing multiple sclerosis are more effective and convenient but have higher risks of serious side effects.
research Multiple endocrine defects in adult-onset Sprouty1/2/4 triple knockout mice
Removing Sprouty genes in mice causes various hormone-related issues but does not increase cancer risk by one year of age.
research Association of small, dense LDL cholesterol with acute myocardial infarction in young population
Higher levels of small, dense LDL cholesterol are linked to a greater risk of heart attack in young adults.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment
The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.
research Cyclophosphamide: As bad as its reputation? Long-term single centre experience of cyclophosphamide side effects in the treatment of systemic autoimmune diseases
Cyclophosphamide has serious side effects, but long-term follow-up can help manage risks.
research Sex hormones and sarcopenia in older persons
Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.
research Immunologic adverse reactions of β-blockers and the skin (Review)
β-blockers can cause skin problems like psoriasis and vitiligo, and doctors should tell patients about these risks.
research Prescribing testosterone and DHEA: The role of androgens in women
Testosterone and DHEA can benefit women's health but must be prescribed carefully due to potential risks.
research Gender Differences in Skin Aging and the Changing Profile of the Sex Hormones with Age
The document concludes that there are still unknowns about the effectiveness, risks, and detection of performance-enhancing drugs, and doping remains a challenge.
research Safety of treatment options for spondyloarthritis: a narrative review
Most treatments for spondyloarthritis are safe, but monitoring and careful selection based on patient risks are important.
research Psychoactive drugs and skin
Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
research Topical L‐thyroxine: The Cinderella among hormones waiting to dance on the floor of dermatological therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.