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October 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Isotretinoin effectively treats severe acne and similar conditions, but has common, mostly reversible side effects, requiring careful patient monitoring.
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October 1993 in “Drug Safety” Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
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May 2017 in “Scientific reports” ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
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October 2024 in “The American Journal of Gastroenterology” Nutrafol may cause liver damage.
January 2026 in “Pediatrics International” Live vaccines can be safely given to infants with a FOXN1 variant if their immune function improves over time.
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July 2019 in “Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences” Quinoa and safflower seeds may help fight cancer and protect the liver.
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August 2014 in “American Journal of Physiology-gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology” Finasteride helps brain function in rats with liver-related brain issues.
February 2019 in “Americanae (AECID Library)” Selenium and zinc deficiency in sheep leads to thyroid and skin problems.
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January 2020 in “Recent Research in Genetics and Genomics/Recent Research in Genetics and Genomics ” High doses of Lepidium sativum seed extract are toxic and should be used with caution.
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May 2005 in “Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism” Kawasaki Disease is rare and often missed in adults, who show different symptoms than children, and may benefit from early treatment.
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March 2006 in “Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics” The document concludes that managing side effects of MS therapies is crucial for treatment success and patient adherence.
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September 1989 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Carbamazepine may cause reversible nail detachment.
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June 2013 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
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January 2017 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.
October 2022 in “The American journal of gastroenterology” Thymoma-associated multiorgan autoimmunity can cause liver damage and affects multiple organs, with limited treatment options and a generally poor prognosis.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Posaconazole is a promising new treatment for toenail fungus.
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November 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A 6-year-old girl with alopecia universalis regrew most of her hair after treatment with simvastatin/ezetimibe, minoxidil, and prednisolone.
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November 2004 in “Paediatric Respiratory Reviews” Children generally have milder SARS symptoms than adults, with good outcomes and no deaths reported, but long-term effects are unclear.
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July 1999 in “Clinics in Sports Medicine” Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
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January 2010 in “Internal Medicine” A woman's liver was damaged by taking the herbal supplement Shou-Wu-Pian, but it got better after she stopped using it.
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
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May 1998 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Acne is caused by increased sebum, abnormal skin shedding, bacteria, and inflammation, not dirt; treatments vary from creams to antibiotics or isotretinoin, with severe cases needing a dermatologist's care.
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March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Isotretinoin is a preferred treatment for severe acne, often leading to long-term improvement, but requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects.
January 2026 in “Quality in Sport” Isotretinoin can safely and effectively control acne with proper risk management and monitoring.
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February 2019 in “Biological Trace Element Research” Chromium salts may help with insulin sensitivity in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their overall effectiveness and safety.
March 2023 in “East African scholars journal of medical sciences” Metformin may help regulate periods and cause modest weight loss in PCOS patients, but more research is needed.
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October 2015 in “Endocrine Practice” The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
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February 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.
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December 2005 in “Clinical Techniques in Equine Practice” Skin and hair changes in horses can indicate serious diseases, and recognizing these signs is important for treatment and management.
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Skin's epithelial stem cells are crucial for repair and maintenance, and understanding them could improve treatments for skin problems.