November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
June 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Use telemedicine and strict hygiene for safe hair and scalp treatments during COVID-19.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
Botulinum toxin type A significantly reduces scalp psoriasis severity compared to placebo.
August 2008 in “Current Opinion in Internal Medicine” In 2007, prostate cancer research improved understanding of risk, diagnosis, and treatment, but also showed heart risks with certain therapies and the need for personalized care.
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
Stem cell therapy shows promise for treating hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mint water extract boosts protective enzymes in skin cells.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Claudin-1 and Claudin-3 are crucial for keeping hair follicle structure and preventing a type of hair loss called telogen effluvium.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The role of γδT-cells in causing alopecia areata remains unclear.
November 2013 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
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April 2010 in “Gastroenterology” Targeting colon cancer stem cells might lead to better treatment results.
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September 2018 in “Regenerative Medicine” New hair can grow from large wounds in mice, but less so as they age, involving reprogramming of skin cells and specific molecular pathways.
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October 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Avacopan is generally safe, with some minor side effects like nausea and fatigue.
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May 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.
September 2023 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” JAGGED1 could help regenerate tissues for bone loss and heart damage if delivered correctly.
April 2023 in “Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Universidade de São Paulo)” Mesenchymal stem cells from laser-assisted liposuction are as effective and safe as those from conventional liposuction for cell therapy.
Mesenchymal stem cells from laser-assisted liposuction are as effective and safe as those from conventional methods for cell therapy.
A very low-calorie ketogenic diet led to weight loss and improved metabolic and hormonal health in obese men, with better sperm motility.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Different types of fibroblasts play various roles in diseases and healing, and more research on them could improve treatments.
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July 2018 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” PCOS is a complex disorder in women that can lead to various health risks and requires personalized treatment.
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September 2018 in “Rheumatology” JAK inhibitors are effective in treating various immune-related diseases, not just rheumatoid arthritis.
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color production in mice is closely linked to the hair growth phase and may also influence hair growth itself.
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June 2016 in “PLoS ONE” Nucleic acid polymers can enhance antiviral responses and improve treatment outcomes for chronic hepatitis B.
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August 2004 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
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January 1999 in “Drugs” Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
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May 2019 in “Pharmacological Research” Lignans and neolignans from plants may help protect against various health issues, including cancer and heart disease.
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Hair color production is closely linked to the active growth phase of hair in mice and may also influence hair growth itself.
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January 2016 in “Food & Function” Olive oil compounds may help prevent cancer in animals, but human results are mixed.