research A New Look at the 5?-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
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research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride: Could They Be Permanent?
Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
research Androgen excess: Investigations and management
The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
research Psoriatic Alopecia/Alopecia Areata–Like Reactions Secondary to Anti–Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Therapy: A Novel Cause of Noncicatricial Alopecia
Anti-TNF therapy can cause a unique type of hair loss that may get better with topical treatments without stopping the therapy.
research Selected Disorders of Skin Appendages—Acne, Alopecia, Hyperhidrosis
The conclusion is that acne, alopecia, and hyperhidrosis are common skin issues with various treatments available, and accurate diagnosis is key for effective management.
research Hormonal Treatment Strategies Tailored to Non-Binary Transgender Individuals
Non-binary transgender individuals need personalized hormonal treatments for better well-being and quality of life.
research Finasteride and sexual side effects
Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.
research Age-related hair changes in men: Mechanisms and management of alopecia and graying
Men's hair loss is caused by hormones and genes, and can be treated with medication and surgery, while graying is due to aging and has no prevention except dyeing.
research Exclamation marks and other trichoscopic signs of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Chemotherapy can cause hair changes similar to alopecia areata, which might lead to misdiagnosis.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia – an approach to diagnosis and management
Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
research Finasteride induced gynecomastia: Case report and review of the literature
Finasteride for hair loss may cause gynecomastia; doctors should inform patients.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research Ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens during a woman's life span
Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.
research Dermatologic Conditions in Transgender Populations
Transgender patients need proper skin care, especially when undergoing hormone treatments, to manage issues like acne and hair loss.
research The Contribution of Endogenous and Exogenous Factors to Female Alopecia
Both genetic and lifestyle factors significantly affect female hair loss.
research Alopecia Possibly Secondary to Topical Ophthalmic β-Blockers
Topical eye β-blockers may cause hair loss.
research Low‐dose oral minoxidil as treatment for non‐scarring alopecia: a systematic review
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats non-scarring hair loss with some side effects like hypertrichosis and postural hypotension.
research The endocrinology of baldness
Hormones and genetics play key roles in male and female baldness, which can affect mental health and may be linked to other health issues.
research Follicular dysplasia in five Weimaraners
Five Weimaraners had a milder form of color dilution alopecia causing hair loss and skin issues.
research Common Dermatologic Conditions
The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.
research Dengue-associated telogen effluvium: A report of 14 patients
Dengue fever can cause a temporary type of hair loss called telogen effluvium.
research Spironolactone in dermatology: uses in acne and beyond
Spironolactone is a low-cost, effective, and generally safe treatment for various skin conditions related to hormones.
research Drug-induced skin reactions: a pathologist viewpoint
Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.
research RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN ALOPECIAS
Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
research Headgear-induced temporary pressure alopecia
A boy's hair grew back after he stopped using orthodontic headgear that caused temporary hair loss.
research Biotin
Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.
research The evaluation and treatment of androgen excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
research Lifestyle Diseases and the Hair Growth Cycle: A multidisciplinary approach using Nourkrin® with Marilex®, a proteoglycan replacement therapy, for anagen induction and maintenance
The study suggests that treating early hair loss with Nourkrin® with Marilex® can help prevent further hair loss and may be linked to reducing the risk of lifestyle diseases.