research Adverse health effects of androgen use
Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.
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research Selective inhibition by minoxidil of prostacyclin production by cells in culture
Minoxidil stops cells from making prostacyclin, which may help with hair growth. More research is needed.
research Teriflunomide in multiple sclerosis: an update
Teriflunomide effectively reduces relapses and disability in MS and has a manageable safety profile.
research ADVANCES IN PSORIASIS THERAPY
New psoriasis treatments are effective but come with side effects and risks.
research Spironolactone and XPB: An Old Drug with a New Molecular Target
Spironolactone, a heart and liver drug, has new uses including cancer treatment, viral infection prevention, and skin condition improvement.
research A Pilot Study of a Grape Seed Procyanidin Extract for Lung Cancer Chemoprevention
Grape seed extract may safely and effectively help prevent lung cancer.
research Clinico-investigative profile of patients of hirsutism in a tertiary level institution
Most hirsutism patients had idiopathic hirsutism or PCOS, with hormonal imbalances and signs like acne and irregular periods.
research A case of androgen-secreting adrenal carcinoma with non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia
A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.
research “Osler’s phenomenon”: misdiagnosing Cushing’s syndrome
Doctors often diagnose Cushing's syndrome late, which worsens symptoms; earlier detection is needed.
research Recent advances in congenital ichthyoses
New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.
research Selected variants of the melanocortin 4 receptor gene (MC4R) do not confer susceptibility to female pattern hair loss
MC4R gene variants not linked to female hair loss.
research A falling out following minoxidil: Telogen effluvium
A man lost a lot of scalp hair quickly after stopping minoxidil, but it grew back with mild male pattern baldness.
research Efficacy and Safety of Bimatoprost 0.01% for the Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis
Bimatoprost 0.01% effectively and safely improves eyebrow growth.
research Endocrinopathies and Other Disorders Inducing a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotype
Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.
research Allergic contact dermatitis to topical brimonidine
A man developed an allergic skin reaction after using brimonidine for rosacea.
research Scaled Quantum Chemical Studies of the Molecular Structure and Vibrational Spectra of Minoxidil
The analysis shows where minoxidil's atoms are likely to react and describes its electronic transitions and behavior with temperature changes.
research Virilising ovarian tumour in a woman with an adrenal nodule
A woman with high testosterone and an adrenal nodule had an ovarian tumor causing her symptoms, which improved after the tumor was removed.
research Proxalutamide Reduction of Mortality Rate in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Depends on Treatment Duration – an Exploratory Analysis of the Proxa-Rescue AndroCoV Trial
Completing a 14-day proxalutamide treatment significantly lowers death rates in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
research The Adapted Classification of Male Pattern Hair Loss Improves Reliability
Adapted classification better assesses male pattern hair loss and its link to heart disease.
research Exploring obesity-related endocrine disorders beyond diabetes: a narrative review
Doctors should watch for and treat hormonal issues in obese patients beyond just diabetes.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that can be influenced by diet, lifestyle, and hormones, and requires a treatment approach that includes psychological considerations.
research PATTERN OF SKIN DISEASES IN GERIATRIC PATIENTS ATTENDING TERTIARY CARE CENTRE
Older adults often have dry skin and itching, with high blood pressure frequently linked to skin problems.
research Metformin or thiazolidinedione therapy in PCOS?
Metformin and thiazolidinediones are similarly effective for PCOS, but metformin is often preferred due to fewer side effects.
research Iododerma in pregnancy secondary to iodinated multivitamins
A man developed an allergic skin reaction to a rosacea treatment and improved after stopping the medication and receiving allergy-specific care.
research Minoxidil Cannot Be Used To Target Lysyl Hydroxylases during Postnatal Mouse Lung Development: A Cautionary Note
Minoxidil does not work to inhibit lysyl hydroxylases in newborn mouse lungs.
research Appearance of alopecia areata during treatment with tildrakizumab for severe palmoplantar psoriasis
Tildrakizumab may cause alopecia areata, but stopping it and using corticosteroids can regrow hair.
research Diagnostic value of the diagonal earlobe crease in combination with lipoprotein(a) in coronary heart disease
Diagonal earlobe crease and lipoprotein(a) together help diagnose coronary heart disease.
research EXPERIENCE WITH ANIFROLUMAB IN SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS PATIENTS WITH NEUROLOGICAL MANIFESTATIONS
Anifrolumab helped some lupus patients reduce steroid use, but safety concerns remain.
research Defining the short-term and long-term skin manifestations of COVID-19: insights after more than three years of the pandemic
COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, but long-term skin problems are rare.
research Azathiopine for the Treatment of Extensive Forms of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Azathioprine may help treat severe alopecia areata, but more research is needed.