research Selenium or No Selenium- That Is the Question in Tumor Patients: A New Controversy
There is no clear recommendation for using selenium in cancer patients; it may be beneficial to correct low selenium levels before treatment.
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90-120 / 1000+ results research Comparing the therapeutic effects of finasteride gel and tablet in treatment of the androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride gel is slightly more effective than the tablet for treating hair loss.
research The versatility of azelaic acid in dermatology
Azelaic acid is safe and effective for treating rosacea and other skin issues.
research Improvement of endothelial function with metformin and rosiglitazone treatment in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.
research Elevated Free Testosterone Levels in Women With Acne
Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.
research Benefit and risk profile of tofacitinib for the treatment of alopecia areata: a systemic review and meta‐analysis
Tofacitinib is somewhat effective for alopecia areata, but more research is needed on its safety and long-term effects.
research Vitamin D Concentrations are Decreased in Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with Alopecia Areata have lower vitamin D levels.
research Treatment of melasma by low-fluence 1064 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser
The laser treatment effectively and safely improved melasma in Asian patients.
research Inhibition of 5α-reductase in the nucleus accumbens counters sensorimotor gating deficits induced by dopaminergic activation
Finasteride may help improve certain brain function issues linked to dopamine.
research SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein S1-Mediated Endothelial Injury and Pro-Inflammatory State Is Amplified by Dihydrotestosterone and Prevented by Mineralocorticoid Antagonism
Spironolactone may help reduce COVID-19 severity in men by blocking harmful effects of certain hormones.
research Benefit of different concentrations of intralesional triamcinolone acetonide in alopecia areata: An intrasubject pilot study
Using 2.5 mg/mL triamcinolone acetonide is effective for hair growth in alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
research Fiber growth initiation in hair follicles of goats treated with melatonin
Melatonin treatment started hair growth in goats and affected their hormone levels.
research Male reproductive health after 3 months from SARS-CoV-2 infection: a multicentric study
COVID-19 temporarily affects male reproductive health, but sperm and testosterone levels generally return to normal after three months.
research High-throughput T cell receptor sequencing identifies clonally expanded CD8+ T cell populations in alopecia areata
CD8+ T cells are involved in alopecia areata and may cause disease relapse.
research Effects of caffeine and siloxanetriol alginate caffeine, as anticellulite agents, on fatty tissue: histological evaluation
Caffeine and siloxanetriol alginate caffeine in emulsion form can reduce fatty cell size and number, potentially treating cellulite effectively.
research Ultrasonographic and laboratory markers of metabolic and cardiovascular disease risk in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Obese women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
research Prevalence of hormonal and endocrine dysfunction in patients with lichen planopilaris (LPP): A retrospective data analysis of 168 patients
Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is linked to androgen excess, while frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is linked to androgen deficiency.
research Environmental stress but not subjective distress in children or adolescents with alopecia areata
Kids with alopecia areata may experience more stress but not necessarily feel more anxious or depressed than others.
research The association between Interleukin (IL)-4 gene intron 3 VNTR polymorphism and alopecia areata (AA) in Turkish population
IL-4 gene variation may increase the risk of alopecia areata in Turkish people.
research Anticancer agents against malaria: time to revisit?
Anticancer drugs like methotrexate and trimetrexate could be effective and safe for treating malaria at low doses.
research Prenatal serological diagnosis of intrauterine cytomegalovirus infection.
Blood tests confirmed a baby in the womb had a CMV infection.
research Toxic Hepatitis Induced by Show-Wu-Pian, a Chinese Herbal Preparation
A woman's liver was damaged by taking the herbal supplement Shou-Wu-Pian, but it got better after she stopped using it.
research Bimatoprost in the treatment of eyelash universalis alopecia areata
Bimatoprost helped eyelash growth in nearly half of the patients with a type of eyelash hair loss.
research Genetic association of HLA‐DQB1 and HLA‐DRB1 polymorphisms with alopecia areata in the Italian population
The DQB1*03 allele is linked to higher alopecia areata risk in Italians.
research Guidelines on the use of finasteride in androgenetic alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Effective treatment of folliculitis decalvans using selected antimicrobial agents
Antimicrobial therapy can help manage Folliculitis Decalvans.
research Pharmacokinetics of a new testosterone transdermal delivery system, TDS®‐testosterone in healthy males
The new testosterone patch works as well as the gel.
research Investigation of rosemary herbal extracts (Rosmarinus officinalis ) and their potential effects on immunity
Rosemary extract may boost the immune system, but more research on humans is needed to confirm this.
research Adverse Effects and Safety of 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors (Finasteride, Dutasteride): A Systematic Review.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors are generally safe but can cause sexual side effects and require patient education on risks.
research A Clinical Approach to Severe Insulin Resistance
Severe insulin resistance can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and treatment for related conditions.