research Recent advances in drug repositioning and rediscovery for different therapeutic activities utilizing updated technological approaches
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research Combination Therapy with Baricitinib and Narrowband Ultraviolet B for Active Non-Segmental Vitiligo: A Retrospective Controlled Study
Combining baricitinib with UV-B therapy effectively treats non-segmental vitiligo and is well-tolerated.
research Safety and efficacy of a topical treatment (SM04554) for androgenetic alopecia (AGA): Results from a phase 1 Trial
Dutasteride more effective than finasteride for hair growth; SM04554 safe and potentially effective for hair loss.
research Randomized controlled evaluator blinded study of dutasteride versus finasteride in men with androgenetic alopecia
Dutasteride more effective than finasteride for hair growth; SM04554 safe and potentially effective for hair loss.
research Folliculitis decalvans: A multicenter review of 82 patients
Oral clindamycin and rifampicin are the most effective treatments for Folliculitis decalvans.
research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
research Titagen® for total wellness: results from a randomised, placebo controlled clinical study on adults for osteoarthritis, improvement in skin, nail and health
Titagen® improves skin, hair, nail health, and reduces osteoarthritis symptoms safely.
research Association Between Serum Zinc, Vitamin D, and Ferritin Levels and Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Study of Patients at Al-Ajilat Central Clinic
Hair loss is linked to low levels of zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin.
research Efficacy of Fire Needle Therapy Combined with Doxycycline Hydrochloride in the Management of Moderate-to-Severe Acne Vulgaris: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Combining fire needle therapy with doxycycline improves severe acne more than doxycycline alone.
research Differential plasma proteome analysis reveals key proteins associated with insulin resistance in acne vulgaris patients
C4BPA protein may link acne severity and insulin resistance.
research Efficacy and Safety of Autologous Follicular Unit Excision in Pediatric Secondary Cicatricial Alopecia: A Retrospective Case Series
FUE hair transplantation is safe and effective for improving hair loss in children.
research #threadlift: Information Quality Analysis on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok
Thread lift information on social media is mostly poor quality, especially on TikTok.
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 Lasers in Onychomycosis
Oral minoxidil effectively increases hair growth in male baldness but can cause side effects like excessive hair growth and swelling.
research Lichen planopilaris after hair transplantation
Oral minoxidil improved male baldness, but had side effects; certain antibiotics effectively treated a rare scalp condition; hair transplants might trigger another scalp condition.
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Some moles can disappear naturally, maintenance therapy for Stage 1 mycosis fungoides may not be necessary, allergic skin reactions in children are rising, weekly methotrexate for psoriasis is more effective than daily, long-term finasteride use improves hair growth with few side effects, and petrolatum improves UV therapy for psoriasis.
research Skin Manifestations of Insulin Resistance: From a Biochemical Stance to a Clinical Diagnosis and Management
Certain skin conditions can indicate insulin resistance and should prompt lifestyle changes and medical treatment to manage underlying health issues.
research Endocrine disorders and hormonal therapy for adolescent acne
Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.
research Stem cell research and regenerative medicine: meeting report from the Royan International Stem Cell Congress 2025
Stem cell therapies are advancing quickly with new technologies and need supportive regulations for clinical use.
research Nanoemulgels: A new approach for the treatment of skin-related disorders
Nanoemulgels improve skin disorder treatment by delivering drugs more effectively and reducing application frequency.
research Application of Platelet-Rich Gel in Repairing Scalp Defects Combined with Skull Exposure: A Case Series Analysis
Platelet-rich gel is an effective treatment for healing scalp wounds with exposed skull.
research Efficacy and Safety of Combination 308-nm Excimer Laser and Intralesional Corticosteroid versus Intralesional Corticosteroid Monotherapy in the Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Pilot Study
Combining laser and corticosteroid is not better than corticosteroid alone for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research 23 Management Strategies for the Aging Asian Face: Philosophy and Evolution
The document recommends personalized, culturally sensitive treatments to rejuvenate the aging Asian face, focusing on natural results and specific techniques for skin, hair, and facial features.
research Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in Thai men and women: a 24-week, randomized, double-blind, sham device-controlled trial
LLLT promotes hair growth and improves hair density safely in men and women.
research A randomized, double-blind controlled study of the efficacy and safety of topical solution of 0.25% finasteride admixed with 3% minoxidil vs. 3% minoxidil solution in the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and minoxidil mix works better for hair growth than minoxidil alone, with similar safety.
research A randomized, investigator-blinded, controlled, split-scalp study of the efficacy and safety of a 1550-nm fractional erbium-glass laser, used in combination with topical 5% minoxidil versus 5% minoxidil alone, for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Laser and minoxidil combo promotes better hair growth than minoxidil alone, safely.
research Evaluation of long‐term efficacy of finasteride in Korean men with androgenetic alopecia using the basic and specific classification system
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in Korean men for at least 5 years, with V type responding better.
research Efficacy of tip cryotherapy in the treatment of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis (IGH): a randomized, controlled, evaluator-blinded study
Tip cryotherapy effectively treats idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis with minimal side effects.
research Leflunomide
Leflunomide is effective for rheumatoid arthritis but has significant side effects.