research No evidence for the immunocompetence handicap hypothesis in male humans
Higher free testosterone levels in men are linked to a stronger immune response, not weaker.
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research Innovative sequence of docetaxel–gemcitabine based on preclinical data in the treatment of advanced non small cell lung cancer: a phase I study
The new chemotherapy combination for advanced lung cancer showed a 35.7% response rate but caused significant side effects.
research Pegylated-interferon-α2ain clinical practice: how to manage patients suffering from side effects
Manage side effects of hepatitis C treatment with dose changes and medications, which may improve patient adherence and treatment success.
research Isotretinoin and Hair Loss: A Clinical Perspective and Literature Review
Isotretinoin can cause hair loss, and reducing the dose or using supplements like vitamin D and iron may help.
research Effect of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on post-surgical complications against the backdrop of the opioid crisis
NSAIDs may not affect soft tissue healing but should be used carefully for bone fractures and more research is needed to understand sex differences in response.
research Nocebo effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.
research Détection précoce de la cardiotoxicité due à la doxorubicine chez le miniporc par imagerie par résonance magnétique
Doxorubicin causes heart damage, so early detection and monitoring are important during chemotherapy.
research Systemic Minoxidil Accidental Exposure in a Paediatric Population: A Case Series Study of Cutaneous and Systemic Side Effects
High-dose oral minoxidil in children can cause increased hair growth, especially on the face.
research Hidradenitis suppurativa/Acne inversa: an endocrine skin disorder?
Hidradenitis suppurativa may be related to hormones and patients often have metabolic disorders; more research is needed to understand this connection.
research Alopecia in Association with Malignancy: A Review
Hair loss in cancer patients can be related to the cancer itself, treatment, or other conditions, and understanding it is important for diagnosis and patient care.
research Selenium and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Current Knowledge and Future Directions: A Systematic Review
Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.
research Correlation Between Nongenomic Action of C19-Steroids and COVID-19 Severity
Low testosterone may increase COVID-19 severity in men.
research Hair follicle sulfotransferase activity and effectiveness of oral minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia
Low SULT activity in hair follicles leads to better response to oral minoxidil for hair loss.
research The Assessment and Treatment of Geezers
Amphetamine use may not cause hair loss, "geezer" traits are normal aging, not all educated older people are stereotypes, and metronidazole can rarely cause lung disease.
research The Effects of Single Testosterone Administration and Stress Induction on Steroid Hormone Levels in Hair
Testosterone increases hair testosterone levels, stress raises hair cortisol, and relationship status affects hormone levels.
research Hemodynamic effects of minoxidil following intravenous infusions in untreated hypertensive patients.
Minoxidil given intravenously caused small changes in diastolic blood pressure and increased heart rate at higher concentrations in patients with high blood pressure.
research Classification scale for male and female androgenetic alopecia.
Scale created to measure hair loss in men and women; MK-386 reduces acne; Niaspan treats dyslipidemia; minoxidil increases heart rate.
research Paneth Cells in Intestinal Homeostasis and Tissue Injury
Paneth cells help support stem cells and aid tissue regeneration after injury.
research LabeledIn: Cataloging labeled indications for human drugs
Researchers created LabeledIn, a detailed list of drug uses, showing the importance of human input in making such lists.
research Efectos de la terapia combinada del D-004 y el Finasteride sobre la hiperplasia de próstata inducida por testosterona en ratas
Combining D-004 and finasteride is more effective at reducing prostate enlargement than using either alone.
research Safety and efficacy of transdermal testosterone for treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
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 Propranolol induced alopecia
Propranolol can cause reversible hair loss.
research A hypothetical pathogenesis model for androgenic alopecia: clarifying the dihydrotestosterone paradox and rate-limiting recovery factors
The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.
research Curling of Hair in Two Female Patients Taking Alitretinoin
Alitretinoin may cause irreversible hair curling as a side effect.
research Neuroimaging of sleep and depression
Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.
research Comment on Malloy (2008) “James Watson tells the inconvenient truth: Faces the consequences”
The conclusion suggests a new treatment for infantile hemangiomas and a potential target for hair loss treatment.
research Tobacco and the skin
Smoking harms skin health, causing slower wound healing, more wrinkles, and worsening some skin conditions, but may protect against certain others.
research Pharmacological Inhibition of DGAT1 Induces Sebaceous Gland Atrophy in Mouse and Dog Skin While Overt Alopecia Is Restricted to the Mouse
Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
research Repurposing of Drugs as Novel Influenza Inhibitors From Clinical Gene Expression Infection Signatures
A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.