research selenium and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): A double- blind randomised controlled trial
Selenium supplements can help improve symptoms and metabolic markers in lupus patients.
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research Characterization and Management of Adverse Events of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Treatment for Alopecia: A Narrative Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats alopecia but can cause side effects like excess hair growth and fluid retention.
research Rare Challenges in Diagnosing Cushing’s Syndrome and Primary Aldosteronism: A Case Report of a Female With a Negative Workup
The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.
research The Requirement to Monitor Low-dose Oral Minoxidil in the Management of Hair Loss
Routine monitoring isn't needed for healthy patients on low-dose oral minoxidil, but is advised for those with kidney issues.
research Before-after study with 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring after the first dose of 5 mg oral minoxidil
A 5-mg dose of oral minoxidil slightly lowers blood pressure temporarily, especially in those with higher initial blood pressure.
research Metabolic syndrome – a new definition and management guidelines A joint position paper by the Polish Society of Hypertension, Polish Society for the Treatment of Obesity, Polish Lipid Association, Polish Association for Study of Liver, Polish Society of Family Medicine, Polish Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Division of Prevention and Epidemiology Polish Cardiac Society, “Club 30” Polish Cardiac Society, and Division of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Society of Polish Surgeons
The Polish medical societies have redefined metabolic syndrome and recommend lifestyle changes, certain medications, and possibly bariatric surgery for treatment. They also discuss managing related health conditions.
research Comparing the Efficacy of Myo-Inositol Plus α-Lactalbumin vs. Myo-Inositol Alone on Reproductive and Metabolic Disturbances of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Myo-inositol plus α-lactalbumin works better than myo-inositol alone for improving symptoms of PCOS.
research Efficacy and safety of 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor monotherapy in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia: A meta-analysis
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.
research Treatment guidelines in adult women
Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
research Primary Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance or Chrousos Syndrome: Allostasis Through a Mutated Glucocorticoid Receptor
Chrousos Syndrome is caused by mutations that make the body less sensitive to glucocorticoids, leading to various symptoms and requiring high-dose treatment.
research Valproic acid reduces hair loss and improves survival in patients receiving temozolomide-based radiation therapy for high-grade glioma
Valproic acid helps delay hair loss and increases survival time for high-grade glioma patients undergoing radiation therapy.
research Combination of Low-Dose Isotretinoin and Pulsed Oral Azithromycin in the Management of Moderate to Severe Acne
Low-dose isotretinoin combined with pulsed azithromycin cleared acne in most patients, with mild side effects.
research The association of male pattern baldness and risk of cancer and high-grade disease among men presenting for prostate biopsy
Men with more advanced male pattern baldness have a higher risk of prostate cancer and more severe disease.
research The influence of low dose finasteride, a type II 5α-reductase inhibitor, on circulating neuroactive steroids
Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
research 412 High amphiregulin expression is a high-risk feature of acute graft-versus-host disease of the skin
High amphiregulin in the skin is a bad sign for acute graft-versus-host disease.
research Improved Hidden Markov Algorithm Based on Bayes in Low Dose CT Images
The improved algorithm enhances low-dose CT image quality significantly better than other methods.
research Increased Rate of Hair Regrowth in Mice with Constitutive Overexpression of Del1
Mice genetically modified to produce more Del1 protein had faster hair regrowth.
research The ability of melatonin to influence oxidative stress and lower the dose of prednisolone in patients with alopecia areata
Melatonin may help reduce the needed dose of prednisolone and improve hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
research Bioequivalence of a single 10-mg dose of finasteride 5-mg oral disintegrating tablets and standard tablets in healthy adult male Han Chinese volunteers: A randomized sequence, open-label, two-way crossover study
Finasteride 5-mg oral disintegrating tablets and standard tablets are bioequivalent in healthy adult male Han Chinese volunteers.
research The Ability of Nutrient Antioxidants to Influence Oxidative Stress and Lower the Dose of Prednisolone in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Nutrient antioxidants helped reduce prednisolone dosage and improved hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
research Investigation of the effect of anticoagulants on platelet recovery, enrichment factor, PDGF, TGF-β1 and optimal dose in the preparation of platelet-rich plasma
Using 120% sodium citrate in blood gives the best platelet recovery and enrichment.
research Determination of finasteride in human plasma by liquid chromatography–electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry with flow rate gradient
Researchers developed a quick and sensitive way to measure finasteride in blood using a small sample size.
research All sites but skin cancer incidences analyzed worldwide by sex, age, and skin type over time (1955-2007), advancing age, and UVB dose reveals important carcinogenic drivers
Cancer rates are increasing in developed countries, with estrogen, aging, low vitamin D3, and HPV infection as common causes.
research Editorial: Mechanisms and novel treatments of muscle wasting
High-dose testosterone with finasteride improves muscle health in males with spinal cord injury.
research Prospective cardiovascular evaluation with 24-hour Holter and 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in men using 5-mg oral minoxidil for androgenetic alopecia
The conclusion is that 24 weeks of low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for men with hair loss, with no significant changes in heart rate or blood pressure.
research Epidemiology of skin cancer in the mature patient
Older adults have a high rate of skin cancers like basal cell carcinoma and melanoma, mainly due to UV exposure and age.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Prevalence and associated factors of comorbid skin diseases in patients with schizophrenia: a clinical survey and national health database study
Patients with schizophrenia have a high rate of skin diseases, with fungal infections and dermatitis being most common, and those on clozapine have a lower risk of fungal infections.
research Dose–hair concentration relationship and pigmentation effects in patients on low-dose clozapine
Clozapine levels in hair reflect dosage and bind more to pigmented hair.
research Connection between granulosa cell pyroptosis and oocyte endoplasmic reticulum stress in a mouse model of polycystic ovary syndrome
Reducing granulosa cell pyroptosis may improve oocyte maturation in PCOS.