Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
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September 2013 in “Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapies in IBD patients can increase the risk of skin cancer and cause various skin issues.
PEGylated liposomal doxorubicin improves cancer treatment effectiveness and reduces side effects like heart damage and hair loss.
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July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.
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April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
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September 2024 in “Current Oncology” Sacituzumab Govitecan is effective for certain breast cancers but requires careful management of side effects.
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July 2023 in “Cureus” Cetosomal minoxidil alone and with finasteride is effective and well-tolerated for hair loss treatment.
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July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” VYN201 shows promise as a safe and effective treatment for non-segmental vitiligo.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for the heart in the short term for hair loss patients.
July 2021 in “Open access journal of biomedical science” A lotion with natural extracts significantly sped up hair growth in women with hair loss from chemotherapy.
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May 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Autologous cell therapy can reduce facial wrinkles effectively.
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May 2016 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Topical calcitriol may reduce hair loss from chemotherapy at higher doses.
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May 2017 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Topical calcitriol is safe for preventing hair loss during chemotherapy.
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August 2021 in “Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports” Pegvaliase effectively reduces blood phenylalanine levels in most PKU patients, but requires personalized plans and good communication to manage side effects.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Abatacept may help some people with alopecia areata regrow hair.
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October 2024 in “Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care” Primary care doctors need to monitor JAK and TYK-2 inhibitors carefully for skin conditions.
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March 2017 in “PubMed” Increasing the dosage of minoxidil can help hair regrowth in women who didn't respond to the standard treatment.
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March 2024 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The chemical peel improved the appearance of hand spots safely and effectively.
November 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Saw palmetto extract safely improves hair growth and reduces hair loss.
July 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Rose stem cell exosomes can significantly improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
June 2024 in “American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research” TH07 effectively promotes hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia with high patient satisfaction and no major side effects.
February 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Topical minoxidil and dietary supplements improved hair regrowth in children with hair loss from chemotherapy.
March 2014 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Dutasteride 0.5mg was found to be more effective than finasteride 1mg in treating male pattern hair loss, with similar side effects.
February 2014 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Dutasteride 0.5mg is more effective than finasteride 1mg for treating male pattern baldness.
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January 2017 in “Journal of cardiovascular pharmacology” Re-evaluating minoxidil, reducing sodium intake, and addressing arteriolar hypertrophy can improve hypertension management.
June 2025 in “Revista Foco” JAK inhibitors effectively treat severe alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
December 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” GT20029 helps regrow hair in men with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Combining different drugs can improve hair loss treatment.
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May 2016 in “Breast cancer research and treatment” Some patients using cold caps to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy got mild scalp injuries similar to frostbite.
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September 2013 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Red light therapy at 655 nm significantly improved hair growth in men with hair loss.