research British Association of Dermatologists guidelines on the efficacy and use of acitretin in dermatology
Acitretin is effective for severe skin conditions but has significant side effects and requires careful monitoring.
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research Hormesis and medicine
Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
research Proliferative and Non-Proliferative Lesions of the Rat and Mouse Integument
The project created a standardized system for classifying skin lesions in lab rats and mice.
research Distinct Phenotypic and Genomic Signatures Underlie Contrasting Pathogenic Potential of Staphylococcus epidermidis Clonal Lineages
Staphylococcus epidermidis A/C strains are more antibiotic-resistant and infection-adapted, while B strains thrive in hair follicles.
research Treatment options for androgenetic alopecia: Efficacy, side effects, compliance, financial considerations, and ethics
Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
research Clinical characterization of men with long QT syndrome and torsades de pointes associated with hypogonadism: A review and pharmacovigilance study
Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.
research Medical treatment regimens of hirsutism
Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research Photobiomodulation in Dermatology: Harnessing Light from Visible to Near Infrared
Low-intensity light therapy is effective for skin healing, reducing inflammation, and treating various skin conditions.
research Endocrine effects of long-term calcineurin inhibitor use in solid organ transplant recipients
Long-term use of calcineurin inhibitors in transplant patients can cause hormone issues that can be managed with proper care.
research Prostatic irradiation-induced sexual dysfunction: A review and multidisciplinary guide to management in the radical radiotherapy era (Part III on Psychosexual Therapy and the Masculine Self-Esteem)
Prostate cancer patients need early psychological and sexual support during radiotherapy to improve their quality of life.
research The effect and mechanism of YH0618 granule on chemotherapy- induced hair loss in patients with breast cancer: study protocol for a randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical trial
YH0618 granule may help prevent hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
research Immunological and Metabolic Causes of Infertility in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS causes infertility mainly due to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation.
research Synthesis and Evaluation of Finasteride-Loaded HPMC-Based Nanogels for Transdermal Delivery: A Versatile Nanoscopic Platform
Finasteride-loaded nanogels are effective, safe, and improve drug absorption through the skin.
research The state‐of‐the‐art in the management of androgenetic alopecia: A review of new therapies and treatment algorithms
New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
research Drug utilization pattern and adverse drug reactions of chemotherapy in pediatric patients at Muhimbili National Hospital, Tanzania
Most pediatric cancer patients at Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania experienced side effects from chemotherapy, with nausea, hair loss, and low white blood cell count being the most common.
research Selenium and its Inorganic Compounds [BAT Value Documentation, 2011]
Selenium is essential for health, but too much or too little can cause problems; blood selenium levels are a good measure of intake.
research Safety of Alopecia Treatments in Patients with Breast Cancer and High-Risk Women: A Review
Alopecia treatments like 5α-reductase inhibitors and spironolactone are safe for breast cancer patients and high-risk women.
research Exploring the Efficacy and Potential Mechanisms of Topical Periplaneta americana (L.) Extract in Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in a Mouse Model: A Systems Pharmacology and Skin Microbiome Analysis
Periplaneta americana extract promotes hair growth and is safe for treating hair loss.
research Gray Hair: From Preventive to Treatment
Gray hair can potentially be managed or reversed with treatments that boost melanin production and address nutritional deficiencies.
research Progress on mitochondria and hair follicle development in androgenetic alopecia: relationships and therapeutic perspectives
Maintaining healthy mitochondria may help treat hair loss.
research Evaluation of the Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of Combined Treatment with Hair Growth Stimulants
Combining medications with scalp care and lifestyle changes boosts hair growth and reduces medication side effects.
research Association of Ferritin and Vitamin-D (Calciferol) Deficiency with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Low vitamin D and ferritin levels are linked to female hair loss.
research Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Oral Minoxidil in Children: A Systematic Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for treating children's hair disorders.
research Androgenetic alopecia: An update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
research Hypertensive urgency in a child with focal epilepsy: Is it sodium valproate induced?
Sodium valproate can cause serious high blood pressure in children.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research (2015)
The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus
Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
research Female pattern hair loss: therapeutic update
Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
research The Possible Association of Female Pattern Hair Loss and Alteration in Serum Cholecalciferol Level
Low vitamin D levels can significantly contribute to hair loss, especially in women aged 35-45. Correcting these levels early may help prevent and treat this condition.
research Dietary Collagen Supplementation as a Strategy for Skin Health: A Narrative Review of Clinical Effects on Skin, Hair, Nails, and Wound Healing
Collagen supplements may improve skin, hair, and nails, but more research is needed.