research Approach to the adult female patient with diffuse nonscarring alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
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research STEROIDS AND STEROID-LIKE COMPOUNDS
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research Gonadal dysgenesis and bone metabolism
Gonadal dysgenesis, like Turner's and Klinefelter's syndromes, negatively affects bone health, but hormone treatments can help.
research Clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and outcome of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) in children
Children generally have milder SARS symptoms than adults, with good outcomes and no deaths reported, but long-term effects are unclear.
research Familial and Sporadic Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
Most patients with Porphyria Cutanea Tarda had skin blisters and were often affected by hepatitis C and alcohol abuse, with differences between familial and sporadic cases.
research Lessons Learned from the First Decade of Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery
Laser-assisted drug delivery has shown improved treatment outcomes for skin conditions and has potential to reduce side effects and treatment time.
research Alopecia Areata
The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.
research Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne
Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
research Epidermal PPARγ Is a Key Homeostatic Regulator of Cutaneous Inflammation and Barrier Function in Mouse Skin
PPARγ is essential for maintaining healthy skin, controlling inflammation, and ensuring proper skin barrier function.
research Infertility: Evaluation and Initial Management
Healthcare providers should start with simple fertility tests and treatments before referring patients to specialists.
research “Structural imprinting” of the cutaneous immune effector function
Loricrin affects skin immune function and homeostasis.
research Skin penetration of active folate salts and their effects on wound healing in vitro: new approaches for dermal folate application
Folate salts penetrate skin well and improve wound healing, suggesting potential for skin treatments.
research Induction of autophagy improves skin and hair conditions in dogs with underlying diseases
Activating autophagy in dogs with certain diseases improves their skin and hair.
research 105 Spironolactone May be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Genital Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone may cause sexual pain and arousal issues in women, which can improve after stopping the drug and using hormone cream.
research Beyond Clinical Efficacy: A Literature Review on the Safety Challenges of Isotretinoin Therapy
Isotretinoin can safely and effectively control acne with proper risk management and monitoring.
research Efficacy and Safety of Ablative Fractional CO 2 Laser Therapy for Localized Scleroderma: A Comprehensive Bench‐to‐Bedside Approach
CO₂ laser therapy improves skin and hair growth in localized scleroderma without severe side effects.
research Mechanistic study of Erianin in alopecia areata
Erianin may effectively treat alopecia areata by targeting the immune system.
research Comment on “The post-finasteride syndrome: possible etiological mechanisms and symptoms”
Some men experience persistent sexual, neurological, and psychological symptoms after stopping finasteride, but evidence of permanent damage is inconclusive.
research The Endocrine Function of the Skin: An Analytical Narrative
The skin acts like an endocrine organ, producing hormones that affect various body functions and skin health, and understanding this can lead to new treatments.
research Considering the risk of a coloring shampoo with the function of gray hair cover cosmetology and skin barrier: A systematic review
Coloring shampoos for gray hair may cause gene mutation, reproductive issues, and skin damage, needing stricter regulation and expert consultation.
research Avaliação da pele e cabelos oleosos, desenvolvimento e eficácia clínica de formulações cosméticas contendo extrato de guaraná
Guaraná extract effectively reduces oiliness in skin and hair without harming skin health.
research Expression of collagen type I, skin fibroblasts and macrophages after 1550 nm erbium glass fractional laser in androgenic alopecia
The 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser improved hair regrowth in patients with androgenic alopecia, but didn't significantly change collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, or macrophages. More research is needed for optimal results.
research The Clinical Center’s Blood Glucose Management Service
The Blood Glucose Management Service improved patient safety and outcomes in managing blood sugar in hospitalized patients.
research Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids An Update
Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
research The rationale for physiological testosterone replacement in women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
research The Thyroid Hormone Analogue KB2115 (Eprotirome) Prolongs Human Hair Growth (Anagen) Ex Vivo
KB2115 (eprotirome) can safely extend the hair growth phase without damaging cells or changing hair color.
research Androgens and the Menopause
Testosterone replacement may help postmenopausal women with sexual function and bone density, but suitable treatments are limited.
research British Menopause Society Tools for Clinicians: Testosterone replacement in menopause.
Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.
research The role of Glucosylceramides in Keratinocyte Differentiation and Epidermal Barrier Function
Glucosylceramides are essential for healthy skin and proper wound healing.
research How far should we investigate diffuse alopecia in women?
Routine thyroid tests for diffuse alopecia in women may not be necessary, but checking for iron deficiency anemia could be useful.