9 citations
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Medical aesthetics now helps treat medical conditions, expanding options for dermatologists.
502 citations
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February 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Treat significant hirsutism with medication and hair removal; use birth control pills first, adding antiandrogens if needed.
69 citations
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January 2002 in “Journal of biomedical optics” Dyes can penetrate human skin and hair follicles up to 1.2 mm deep and the sebaceous gland can store dye; Indocyanine Green lotion was made for safe dyeing and monitoring.
5 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Experts advise using sunscreen and proper skin care before, during, and after procedures to speed healing, prevent complications, and reduce scarring.
1 citations
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August 2022 in “Veterinary medicine and science” The main prostate diseases in dogs are benign growth, infections, and cancer, with various treatments ranging from drugs to surgery, but cancer treatments have limited success.
45 citations
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June 2004 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Intense pulsed light (IPL) is an efficient and safe method for hair removal, reducing hair by about 80%.
8 citations
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November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” LED light therapy is effective for skin and hair treatments but requires careful use to minimize risks.
134 citations
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September 2008 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” Low fluence photoepilation temporarily removes hair by targeting the hair follicle's pigmented area without severe damage.
2 citations
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June 2013 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” The hot-wire hair removal device is no better than shaving.
23 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Pulsed-intense light can significantly reduce hair, with effectiveness depending on treatment number and timing, and has mild side effects.
67 citations
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October 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The EpiLight Hair Removal System removed about 60% of hair with some side effects, and more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
17 citations
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January 2011 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” A rare genetic skin condition usually affecting males was found in a 9-year-old girl.
8 citations
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February 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Intense pulsed light treatment effectively reduces underarm hair by making hair follicles smaller and extending their resting phase.
2 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of metabolic syndrome” The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
39 citations
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May 2011 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.
19 citations
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September 2004 in “Reviews in gynaecological practice” Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
9 citations
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November 2000 in “Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE” Dyeing hair can help target and destroy hair follicles selectively.
3 citations
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November 2005 in “Women's health” Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.
12 citations
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May 2005 in “Current obstetrics and gynaecology/Current obstetrics & gynaecology” Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.
110 citations
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August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
84 citations
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April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Treatments for melanin disorders exist, but more effective options needed.
1 citations
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September 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” More research is needed to find the best treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds” Using developmental signaling pathways could improve adult wound healing by mimicking scarless embryonic healing.
39 citations
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April 2018 in “Hormones” No consistent link between genotype and phenotype in 5-α-Reductase type 2 deficiency.
48 citations
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July 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cosmetics enhance beauty, fix defects, and intimidate enemies, with varying cultural standards and alternative methods.
30 citations
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
July 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Pioglitazone, Trimipramine, and Dimetindene may be repurposed to treat psoriasis.
36 citations
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April 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology” Personalized treatment plans improve vitiligo care.
33 citations
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June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.