research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats female pattern hair loss, but other treatments need more research.
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research Response to Article “Depression Circumstantially Related to the Administration of Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia” (J Dermatol, 29, 665-669, 2002)
Finasteride's link to depression is questionable due to study flaws and potential bias.
research The Use of Retention Sutures and Tensed Silastic‐Dacron Strips for the Prevention of Stretch‐Back after Alopecia‐reducing Procedures
Silastic-Dacron strips effectively prevent stretch-back after hair reduction surgeries.
research Dermoscopic findings in female androgenetic alopecia
Dermoscopy effectively diagnoses and evaluates female hair loss treatment.
research Hair loss in children.
Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.
research Salivary Gland Choristoma (Heterotopic Salivary Gland Tissue) on the Anterior Chest Wall of a Newborn
A newborn girl had a rare case of salivary gland tissue on her chest, which was safely removed.
research Scalp and Forehead
The document concludes that successful surgical repair of scalp and forehead issues requires careful planning and various techniques depending on the injury or defect size.
research Alopecia triangularis congenita in combination with androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
research The Anchor Flap
The Anchor Flap is an effective, quick treatment for severe baldness but requires skilled surgeons and careful patient selection.
research Intradermal Injection in Balding Region Versus Intramuscular Injection in Surrounding Muscles: A Split-Scalp, Randomized Trial on BoNT for Androgenetic Alopecia
Intramuscular injections improved hair density more than intradermal injections for treating hair loss.
research Clinical Correlation Between Alopecia Areata and Salmon Patches: A Case Series
Salmon patches on the neck may relate to the severity and recurrence of alopecia areata.
research PA15 Becker naevus syndrome associated with a mosaic pathogenic variant in ACTB
A girl with Becker naevus syndrome has a genetic variant in the ACTB gene related to her symptoms.
research Delayed Puberty
A 19-year-old male with delayed puberty was successfully treated for a condition that prevents normal hormone production.
research Hair and Nails
Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.
research Hyperpigmentation and Melasma
Hyperpigmentation is common in pregnancy and may not fully fade after birth; melasma, also frequent, can persist but has limited treatment options during pregnancy.
research Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes permanent hair loss; women use 2% minoxidil, men use 1 mg finasteride daily.
research Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes permanent hair loss; minoxidil helps men, finasteride helps men, minoxidil somewhat helps women, estrogens/antiandrogens lack evidence for women.
research Criteria for Defining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as a Predominantly Hyperandrogenic Syndrome: An Androgen Excess Society Guideline
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome should be seen mainly as a condition of excess male hormones, with a focus on this in its definition.
research The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society criteria for the polycystic ovary syndrome: the complete task force report
The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.
research Harmless Herbs? A Review of the Recent Literature
Herbal remedies can cause adverse effects and need more safety research.
research Hair and scalp dermatoscopy
Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research British Association of Dermatologists’ guidelines for the management of alopecia areata 2012
Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.
research Ethnicity, obesity and the prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes in PCOS: a systematic review and meta-regression
Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.
research S1 guideline for diagnostic evaluation in androgenetic alopecia in men, women and adolescents
Guidelines for diagnosing common hair loss include detailed history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic techniques.
research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Metaanalyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Alopecia areata and health-related quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Alopecia areata significantly lowers the quality of life, especially in emotional and mental health aspects.
research Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Insulin Sensitizers for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Metaanalyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.
research Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency revisited: an update with a special focus on adolescent and adult women
The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
research Long-term complications of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN): the spectrum of chronic problems in patients who survive an episode of SJS/TEN necessitates multidisciplinary follow-up
Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.