research Biomedical versus cultural constructions of abnormality: The case of idiopathic hirsutism in the United States
The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
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research Cocaine-related bullous disease
Cocaine use can cause a blistering skin disease.
research A comparative study of cutaneous manifestations of hyperandrogenism in obese and non-obese Taiwanese women
Obese women had more testosterone and less acne, but similar hair growth compared to non-obese women.
research Sensitization to saw palmetto and minoxidil in separate topical extemporaneous treatments for androgenetic alopecia
Saw palmetto causes allergic reaction, minoxidil causes skin irritation; use cautiously for hair loss.
research The treatment of alopecia areata
Different treatments for alopecia areata have unpredictable results and varying success rates.
research Topical minoxidil reduces blood pressure
Minoxidil can lower blood pressure in some people.
research Optimization, characterization, and follicular targeting assessment of tretinoin and bicalutamide loaded niosomes
The niosomes effectively target hair follicles for acne treatment.
research Biological significance of FoxN1 gain-of-function mutations during T and B lymphopoiesis in juvenile mice
FoxN1 overexpression in young mice harms immune cell and skin development.
research Case 21-2012
The patient was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition, requiring urgent refeeding and monitoring.
research Localized cutaneous necrosis associated with the antiphospholipid syndrome
A woman with lupus experienced skin death due to a blood clotting disorder after stopping a blood thinner, which healed with treatment.
research The role of dermocosmetics in the management of cancer-related skin toxicities: international expert consensus
Dermocosmetics help manage skin issues in cancer patients, improving outcomes and reducing treatment interruptions.
research Short- and long-term effects of two emollients on itching and skin restoration in xerotic eczema
Both emollients effectively reduced itching and improved skin moisture in xerotic eczema.
research Prevalence and associated factors of comorbid skin diseases in patients with schizophrenia: a clinical survey and national health database study
Patients with schizophrenia have a high rate of skin diseases, with fungal infections and dermatitis being most common, and those on clozapine have a lower risk of fungal infections.
research Contact dermatitis to phenol‐formaldehyde resin in two plywood factory workers
Two plywood factory workers developed contact dermatitis from phenol-formaldehyde resin, a known allergen.
research Clinical relevance of hair microscopy in alopecia
Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing certain hair loss conditions but has limitations and must be interpreted carefully.
research Tamoxifen-Induced Female Androgenetic Alopecia in a Patient with Breast Cancer
Tamoxifen caused hair loss in a 52-year-old woman.
research Surgical Treatment of the Brow and Upper Eyelid
Individualized assessment and meticulous planning are crucial for successful brow and upper eyelid surgery.
research In Vivo Investigation in Pigs of Intestinal Absorption, Hepatobiliary Disposition, and Metabolism of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride and the Effects of Coadministered Ketoconazole
Ketoconazole increases finasteride's effectiveness and lifespan in the body.
research Part I: Accuracy of Teledermatology in Inflammatory Dermatoses
Teledermatology is highly accurate for diagnosing inflammatory skin conditions.
research Spontaneous cutaneous adverse drug reaction reports—An analysis of a 10‐year dataset in Singapore
In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.
research Allergic contact dermatitis from Minoxidil
Some patients using Minoxidil for baldness developed allergic skin reactions.
research Pregnancy's effects on the skin
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes, including pigmentation, acne, and stretch marks, and may affect preexisting skin conditions.
research A pure, monolayer culture of Merkel cells from sinus hair follicles of the rat
Adding fetal calf serum helps Merkel cells survive and change shape.
research Carboxytherapy in Aesthetic Medicine
Carboxytherapy can improve skin conditions with few side effects, but results may vary and are not guaranteed.
research LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Careful management of blood thinners is crucial for lupus patients with APS.
research Trichorrhexis Nodosa After Hair Transplantation: Dermoscopic, Pathologic and Electron Microscopy Analyses
Hair transplant complications were likely due to deep graft placement and rough handling.
research Recent Developments in the Treatment of Obesity with Particular Reference to Semistarvation Ketogenic Regimens
The document concludes that a high-protein, low-carb diet can lead to significant weight loss but requires caution and further research.
research The Wound Microbiome
The document concludes that better understanding the wound microbiome can improve chronic wound care by preserving helpful bacteria and targeting harmful ones.
research Extra Virgin Olive Oil as Nutritional Therapeutic Immuno-Enhancer
Extra virgin olive oil may boost the immune system and help fight infections like COVID-19.
research Symptoms compatible with long-COVID in healthcare workers with and without SARS-CoV-2 infection – results of a prospective multicenter cohort
Healthcare workers with a positive COVID-19 test were more likely to report long-COVID symptoms.