research Anti-androgen therapy in dermatology: a review
Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
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research Topical retinoids: role and place in acne therapy
Topical retinoids are important for treating acne effectively and safely.
research Alopecic Scalp Cysts Following Isotretinoin
Isotretinoin can cause rare scalp cysts and hair loss, treatable with medication.
research Acne induced by 'Sus' and 'Deca'
Using anabolic steroids 'Sus' and 'Deca' for bodybuilding caused severe acne in a man.
research Transdermal Hyaluronic Acid – Minoxidil Conjugates for the Treatment of Hair Loss
research Intralesional therapy for the treatment of keratoacanthoma
Intralesional therapy for keratoacanthoma is effective and has fewer side effects than systemic treatments.
research Excess granulation tissue and hair loss following acitretin
Acitretin can cause excess tissue growth and hair loss.
research A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Low Dose Flutamide, Finasteride, Ketoconazole, and Cyproterone Acetate-Estrogen Regimens in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.
research A Real-World Study of Steroid-Free Monotherapy with Tofacitinib in Severe and Therapy-Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis, and Alopecia Universalis Cases: A Retrospective Analysis
Tofacitinib was effective for severe, treatment-resistant hair loss without side effects.
research Androgens and Anti-androgen Therapy
Antiandrogen therapy, like cyproterone acetate, effectively treats acne, hirsutism, and hair loss.
research In Vivo Evaluation of Cromolyn Sodium Topical Gels for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
Cromolyn sodium oleate gel is more effective and safer for treating atopic dermatitis than dexamethasone.
research A summary of in vitro, phase I, and phase II studies evaluating the mechanism of action, safety, and efficacy of clascoterone (cortexolone 17a propionate, CB-03-01) in androgenetic alopecia
Clascoterone safely promotes hair growth similar to minoxidil.
research Management of tinea capitis in childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
research Diclofenac/imiquimod
Some elderly men had healing problems after using imiquimod and diclofenac for skin conditions on their scalps.
research Kinetic analysis of LY320236: competitive inhibitor of type I and non-competitive inhibitor of type II human steroid 5α-reductase
LY320236 is a strong blocker of two enzymes that change testosterone into dihydrotestosterone and might help treat conditions related to male hormones.
research Tofacitinib therapy for children with severe alopecia areata
Tofacitinib may help treat severe childhood alopecia areata, but risks require careful consideration.
research Improvement of Recalcitrant Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp After a Trial of Upadacitinib
Upadacitinib significantly improved a man's severe scalp condition when other treatments failed.
research 290 Brepocitinib improves cicatricial alopecia and downregulates key T-helper biomarkers
Brepocitinib improves cicatricial alopecia and reduces key immune markers.
research Secukinumab-Induced Alopecia Areata Successfully Treated with Tofacitinib in a Patient with Palmoplantar Pustulosis
Tofacitinib improved hair loss and skin symptoms in a patient after secukinumab caused hair loss.
research P576 Kerion: a nasty scalp infection
Kerion is a rare but serious scalp infection that needs proper treatment.
research Eruptive vellus hair cysts: report of a pediatric case with partial response to calcipotriene therapy.
A child with eruptive vellus hair cysts showed some improvement with calcipotriene cream.
research Coexistence of alopecia areata and fixed drug eruption: An uncommon isotopic phenomenon?
A rare skin reaction occurred when a man took paracetamol, causing a new rash in an area already affected by hair loss.
research Deep eutectic solvent-mediated local delivery of Cacumen Platycladi essential oil against androgenetic alopecia
Using a special solvent can make Cacumen Platycladi essential oil more effective for treating hair loss.
research A randomized prospective study to evaluate the efficacy of various topical treatment modalities in patients of alopecia areata
0.05% betamethasone dipropionate is the most effective treatment for mild alopecia areata.
research Cyclohex-1-ene Carboxylic Acids: Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Inhibitors of Human 5α Reductase
Scientists made new substances that can block an enzyme linked to prostate issues and hair loss, with potential for creating a new treatment.
research Efficacy and tolerance of 2,3-diphenylcyclopropenone in propylene glycol versus 2,3-diphenylcyclopropenone in isopropanol – a novel formula designed for the treatment of alopecia areata
Both treatments helped hair regrowth in alopecia areata, with isopropanol being better tolerated.
research Topical Carrier-Free Delivery of Finasteride and Peptides for Enhanced Hair Growth
A new topical method using peptides boosts hair growth effectively with less finasteride and fewer side effects.
research Topical tofacitinib for the treatment of alopecia areata affecting facial hair
Topical tofacitinib may effectively and safely regrow facial hair in some people with alopecia areata.
research Five‐year experience in the treatment of alopecia areata with DPC
Diphencyprone (DPC) is an effective and safe long-term treatment for alopecia areata, especially with maintenance therapy.