research Use of cyproterone acetate (CPA) in the treatment of acne, hirsutism and virilism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
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research Exclamation marks and other trichoscopic signs of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Chemotherapy can cause hair changes similar to alopecia areata, which might lead to misdiagnosis.
research Hormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Men (Female-to-Male)
Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.
research Alopecia universalis after discontinuation of pegylated interferon and ribavirin combination therapy for hepatitis C: a case report
A man lost all his hair after stopping hepatitis C treatment and it didn't grow back.
research Prevalence and Partern of Early Adverse Reactions in Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy at Ocean Road Cancer Institute
Early detection of chemotherapy side effects allows treatment adjustments, improving patient outcomes.
research Informed consent in dermatology: What′s known and what′s new?
The document concludes that clear communication and a strong doctor-patient relationship are essential for effective informed consent in dermatology.
research Expanding research and development of novel agents for the treatment and prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
No FDA-approved treatments for chemotherapy-induced hair loss existed in 2006; more research was needed.
research Side Effects of Sodium Valproate among Children with Epilepsy under 2 Years of Age
Sodium valproate caused vomiting, hair loss, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, weight gain, and anemia in young children with epilepsy.
research Benign Cutaneous Eruptions After Transplantation
Transplant patients often get skin problems, with treatments varying by condition.
research Predicting Quality of Life from Symptom Experience and Symptom Management Behaviors in Women with Ovarian Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Symptom interference negatively affects quality of life in women with ovarian cancer.
research Contents
Biologicals are increasingly used in medicine and cosmetics, especially for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed.
research Book Review Pediatric Endocrinology: A Practical Clinical Guide (Contemporary Endocrinology.) Edited by Sally Radovick and Margaret H. MacGillivray. 582 pp., illustrated. Totowa, N.J., Humana, 2003. $165. 0-89603-946-3
The book is a comprehensive and current guide on hair disorders, with minor flaws.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Chemotherapy often causes temporary hair loss, which is distressing and needs better treatment and support.
research Hormonal contraceptives: pharmacology tailored to women's health
New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
research An Approach to the Patient with Hirsutism
The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
research Oral tofacitinib monotherapy in Korean patients with refractory moderate-to-severe alopecia areata: A case series
Tofacitinib is effective and safe for treating severe hair loss in Korean patients.
research Medical therapy for frontal fibrosing alopecia: A review and clinical approach
Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Ketocazole as an adjunct to finasteride in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men
Ketoconazole shampoo with finasteride improves hair density in men with hair loss.
research Injectable Platelet-, Leukocyte-, and Fibrin-Rich Plasma (iL-PRF) in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
iL-PRF treatment improves hair growth for androgenetic alopecia.
research Lack of Response to Laser Comb in Spontaneous and Graft-Induced Alopecia Areata in C3H/HeJ Mice
The laser comb did not improve hair regrowth in mice with alopecia areata.
research The α-Lipoic acid derivative sodium zinc dihydrolipoylhistidinate reduces chemotherapy-induced alopecia in a rat model: A pilot study
A substance called sodium zinc dihydrolipoylhistidinate can significantly reduce hair loss caused by chemotherapy in rats.
research Alopecia Areata Universalis After Phenobarbital-Induced Anti-Convulsant Hypersensitivity Syndrome
A 3-year-old boy lost all his hair due to a rare reaction to phenobarbital, but it grew back after steroid treatment.
research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research An accessible pharmacodynamic transcriptional biomarker for notch target engagement
Hair follicle samples effectively show how well the drug MK-0752 targets and engages with the Notch pathway.
research Management of Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted therapies for lung cancer are effective but require careful management of side effects to benefit patients.
research Advances in Aesthetic Therapies: Plasma-Rich Protein Procedure for the Treatment of Alopecia
Platelet-rich plasma therapy shows promise for hair regrowth in alopecia patients.
research Past, Present and Future Treatment of Alopecia Areata
More research is needed to find the best long-term treatments for Alopecia Areata.
research Perifollicular Inflammation and Fibrosis in Androgenetic Alopecia: Implications for Diagnosis and Treatment - A Comparative Histopathologic and Clinical Study with Normal-Appearing Scalp
Early diagnosis and targeted anti-inflammatory treatments can improve outcomes in androgenetic alopecia with perifollicular inflammation and fibrosis.
research Autoamputation in a 45-Year-Old Female with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Overlap with Systemic Sclerosis: A Case Report
Early recognition and tailored treatment are crucial for managing overlapping systemic lupus erythematosus and systemic sclerosis.