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research Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia by Docetaxel: Prevalence, Treatment and Prevention
Docetaxel often causes hair loss, with limited effective treatments and no cure for permanent hair loss.
research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
research PV-0538 Prostaglandin related distinct regenerative activities in hair follicles following radiation injury
HPV infection is linked to better survival in advanced anal cancer, higher radiation doses improve survival, especially in HPV-negative patients, and prostaglandin E₂ pretreatment can protect mouse hair follicles from radiation damage.
research ACUTE TOXICITY STUDIES AND EVALUATION OF ANALGESIC PROPERTY OF TECTONA GRANDIS METHANOLIC SEED EXTRACT IN SWISS ALBINO MICE
Teak seed extract is safe and reduces pain in mice.
research Prolactin and the Skin: A Dermatological Perspective on an Ancient Pleiotropic Peptide Hormone
Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.
research Sublingual tofacitinib for alopecia areata: a roll‐over pilot clinical trial and analysis of pharmacokinetics
The trial showed that a new under-the-tongue treatment for severe hair loss was somewhat effective in a small group of people.
research TICE salvage chemotherapy treats germ-cell tumors effectively
TICE salvage chemotherapy is effective for treating germ-cell tumors with poor prognosis.
research 1451 THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN MALE PATTERN BALDNESS AND SECOND TO FORTH FINGER RATIO WITH PROSTATE CANCER- A PROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY
Male pattern baldness may predict prostate cancer risk.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research Hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative metastatic breast cancer: Impact of CDK4/6 inhibitors on the current treatment paradigm
CDK4/6 inhibitors have improved treatment outcomes for certain advanced breast cancer patients.
research Hereditary vitamin D resistant rickets (HVDRR) case series: phenotype, genotype, conventional treatment, and adjunctive cinacalcet therapy
Cinacalcet may help treat hereditary vitamin D resistant rickets safely.
research Erythema multiforme in a Central American tapir (Tapirus bairdii) calf, clinical case report
A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.
research Repurposing of Drugs as Novel Influenza Inhibitors From Clinical Gene Expression Infection Signatures
A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.
research Advances in the Management of Cutaneous Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.
research Determination of finasteride in human plasma by liquid chromatography–electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry with flow rate gradient
Researchers developed a quick and sensitive way to measure finasteride in blood using a small sample size.
research Association between air quality index and risk of alopecia areata: A nationwide population-based cohort study
Higher air pollution increases the risk of alopecia areata.
research Medical Treatment of Liver Hydatidosis
Surgery is the main treatment for liver hydatidosis, but has risks; albendazole is the most effective drug but can have side effects.
research Docetaxel, cisplatin and 5-fluorouracil in patients with locally advanced unresectable head and neck cancer: a phase I–II feasibility study
The treatment combining docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-FU is feasible and effective for advanced head and neck cancer.
research Interferon alfa-2a in the treatment of cutaneous T cell lymphoma
Interferon alfa-2a is effective for treating cutaneous T cell lymphoma but has significant side effects.
research Micronutrients for Hair and Nails
Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.
research Original papers A study on efficacy of 308 nm excimer light therapy in alopecia areata
308 nm excimer light therapy may help hair regrowth in alopecia areata with delayed results and no serious side effects.
research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy
Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
research INTERFERONS IN DERMATOLOGY
Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
research Apoptosis in growing hair follicles following gamma-irradiation and application for the evaluation of radioprotective agents.
Radiation increases cell death in hair follicles, but certain treatments can protect against this effect.
research Time-dependent 53BP1 foci kinetics in X-irradiated human hair follicle dermal papilla cells
53BP1 focus analysis in hair cells can help estimate radiation doses.
research Nano-pulse stimulation™ therapy (NPS™) is superior to cryoablation in clearing murine melanoma tumors
Nano-Pulse Stimulation™ Therapy is more effective and less damaging than cryoablation for treating melanoma tumors in mice.
research A 3D microtumour system that faithfully represents ovarian cancer minimal residual disease
The study developed a 3D model that closely imitates remaining ovarian cancer after treatment and identified a potential drug targeting resistant cancer cells.
research Drug repurposing of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors for neutrophilic acute respiratory distress syndrome and psoriasis
CDK inhibitors may help treat ARDS and psoriasis but need more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research Investigating material basis and molecular mechanism of Qing Cuo formula in the treatment of acne based on animal experiments, UPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap-MS and network pharmacology
Qing Cuo Formula may effectively treat acne by reducing inflammation and hormone levels.