research Drug-Induced Skin, Nail and Hair Disorders
Some drugs can cause skin, nail, and hair problems, which are important for healthcare professionals to recognize and report.
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research Topical imiquimod—Be aware of the unexpected
A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.
research Urticariform plaques: delayed hypersensitivity reaction type IV to enoxaparin
A woman had a delayed allergic reaction to the blood thinner enoxaparin, treated with a steroid cream.
research Tofacitinib for the treatment of severe alopecia areata and variants: A study of 90 patients
Tofacitinib is effective and safe for severe hair loss, but full regrowth is less likely after 10 years of hair loss.
research Review of applications of microneedling in dermatology
Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research Tofacitinib 2% ointment, a topical Janus kinase inhibitor, for the treatment of alopecia areata: A pilot study of 10 patients
Tofacitinib 2% ointment helped hair regrow in 3 out of 10 patients with alopecia areata, but caused side effects like scalp irritation and raised cholesterol in some.
research Tofacitinib for the treatment of alopecia areata in preadolescent children
Tofacitinib helped some young children with severe hair loss grow their hair back without bad side effects.
research Rejuvenation of the male scalp using 1,927 nm non-ablative fractional thulium fiber laser
Laser treatment improved scalp skin condition with no side effects.
research Malarone® induced pancreatitis and alopecia in a dog: a case report
Malarone® caused pancreatitis and hair loss in a dog for the first time.
research Efficacy and safety of a botanical shampoo containing Morus alba root extract in Republic of Korea: a single-center, open-label, pilot study in mild to moderate non-scarring alopecia of the scalp
The botanical shampoo with Morus alba root extract is safe and effective for treating hair loss.
research 344 Topical carbamide peroxide for treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris
10% carbamide peroxide is safe and effectively reduces mild to moderate acne.
research Relapsing nail fibrokeratoma: A case report on a teenager
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair growth with similar side effects.
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Dutasteride works better than finasteride for hair growth with similar side effects.
research Safety and efficacy of tavaborole (AN2690), a novel boron-based molecule, in 3 phase II trials for the topical treatment of toenail onychomycosis
Tavaborole is a safe and effective toenail fungus treatment, with the 5% solution being the best option.
research Effects of photobiomodulation therapy for androgenic alopecia: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Photobiomodulation therapy significantly increases hair density and growth for androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm safety.
research Immune globulin
Two men experienced hair regrowth while being treated with immune globulin for other health issues, but there were also side effects.
research A phase IIA randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to study the efficacy and safety of the selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM), MK-0773 in female participants with sarcopenia
MK-0773 safely increased muscle mass but did not improve muscle strength or function in elderly women with sarcopenia.
research Unmet Medical Needs in Chronic, Non-communicable Inflammatory Skin Diseases
There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.
research Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
research “Cold” X5 Hairlaser™ used to treat male androgenic alopecia and hair growth: an uncontrolled pilot study
The X5 Hairlaser might help treat male hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Oral vitamin A as an adjunct treatment for canine sebaceous adenitis
Vitamin A might be a safe extra treatment for dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness.
research Topical, Non-Medicated LOYON® in Facilitating the Removal of Scaling in Infants and Children with Cradle Cap: a Proof-of-Concept Pilot Study
LOYON® is a safe and effective way to reduce cradle cap in infants and children.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Food Supplement Containing L-cystine, Serenoa repens Extract and Biotin for Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females. A Prospective, Randomized, Double-blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial
The food supplement with L-cystine, Serenoa repens extract, and biotin safely reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in men and women.
research Short communication: Clinical evaluation of pea sprout extract in the treatment of hair loss
Pea sprout extract is safe and effectively reduces hair loss.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Oral JAK Inhibitor : Focusing on Clinical Outcomes with Baricitinib
Baricitinib is an effective treatment for severe alopecia areata.
research Treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
Combining proper shaving, topical treatments, and laser therapy effectively reduces Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.
research Targeted Follicular Delivery via Liposomal Encapsulation of Sesbania grandiflora - Enhances Hair and Scalp Health: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study
Sesbania grandiflora improves hair growth and health.
research Evaluating the Efficacy of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Exosome (ADSCE) in Treating Androgenetic Hair Loss: An Open-Label Clinical Trial
Adipose-derived stem cell exosomes are more effective and satisfying for treating hair loss than minoxidil.
research Evaluation of the efficacy of a polynucleotide-based preparation in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
The polynucleotide-based gel effectively treats hair loss with minimal side effects.
research Biologic Therapies and Small-Molecule Inhibitors for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review
TNFα inhibitors are effective and well-tolerated for treating severe scalp cellulitis.