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 Disorders of hair growth and the pilosebaceous unit: Facts and controversies
Experts don't fully agree on how to diagnose certain hair growth disorders and more research is needed to understand them better.
research Clinical Patterns of Hair Loss in Men
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand hair loss in men and to find new treatments.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Drugs
Skin reactions are a common reason for emergency visits due to drug allergies, with some severe cases needing intensive care.
research Hair loss in hospital medicine: a practical guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research ESGCT and FSGT Collaborative Congress Helsinki, Finland September 17–20, 2015 Abstracts
The congress highlighted new gene therapy techniques and cell transplantation methods for treating diseases.
research Clinicopathological characteristics of cutaneous lupus erythematosus patients in Bangladesh
Most patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus in Bangladesh are young women, with chronic forms and photosensitivity being common.
research Lifestyle Drugs in Old Age – A Mini-Review
Older adults use lifestyle drugs to improve life quality and appearance, but caution is needed due to side effects and potential abuse.
research The Case of the Elusive Androgen
The patient's high testosterone was reduced by a medication that suppresses gonadotropin.
research Hair Aging Revisited: An Expert Delphi Consensus on Pathogenesis, Clinical Features, and Future Therapies
Experts agree on understanding hair aging to improve diagnosis and treatments.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors
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.
research Cosmetic Approach for Men
Men are increasingly seeking quick-result cosmetic treatments for their thicker, oilier skin and hair loss issues.
research Androgen effects on the skin
Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
research Lichen planopilaris
Lichen planopilaris is a rare, chronic condition causing hair loss, mainly in middle-aged women, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent baldness.
research Cutaneous signals of immune system disease
Skin issues can indicate immune system problems.
research Dermatologic therapy: December 1987 to December 1988
New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.
research Growth factors and cytokines in hair follicle development and cycling: recent insights from animal models and the potentials for clinical therapy
Growth factors and cytokines are important for hair growth and could potentially treat hair loss, but more research is needed to overcome challenges before they can be used in treatments.
research The utility of elastic Verhoeff-Van Gieson staining in dermatopathology
EVG staining is a valuable, simple, and cost-effective method for diagnosing various skin conditions in dermatopathology.
research A bald statement - Current approaches to manipulate miniaturisation focus only on promoting hair growth
The conclusion is that future hair loss treatments should target the root causes of hair thinning, not just promote hair growth.
research In vivo evaluation of the efficacy, toxicity and biodistribution of PLGA-DMSA nanoparticles loaded with itraconazole for treatment of paracoccidioidomycosis
Itraconazole-loaded nanoparticles are more effective and less toxic for treating fungal infections than conventional oral itraconazole.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
research Reply to: ‘Severe diffuse non-scarring hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus - clinical and histopathological analysis of four cases’
The document suggests that severe hair loss in SLE patients may be an early sign of scalp DLE, treatable with immunosuppressive therapy.
research Dermatological adverse events with taxane chemotherapy
Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Azathioprine-induced liver injury in a patient with multiple autoimmune syndrome
A man with multiple autoimmune diseases developed liver injury from azathioprine, but his liver improved after stopping the drug.
research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
research Lichen Planopilaris: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment
New insights show Lichen Planopilaris is a rare, scarring hair loss condition, hard to treat, mainly affecting middle-aged women, and significantly impacts mental health.
research Lichen planus
Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
research Oxidative stress in ageing of hair
Oxidative stress contributes to hair graying and loss as we age.