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January 2004 in “European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology/European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology” Certain hormone medications can treat symptoms like acne and unwanted hair, regulate periods, and prevent pregnancy in women and teenage girls.
3 citations
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June 1981 in “PubMed” Taking hormonal contraceptives can cause skin changes, including hair loss, due to the effects of synthetic sex hormones.
November 1978 in “PubMed” Antiandrogenic treatments can effectively manage certain skin conditions by using female hormones.
50 citations
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January 2007 in “PubMed” Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
102 citations
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January 2020 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery” Tinea capitis in young children requires oral antifungal treatment for effective management.
54 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” FK506 may stimulate hair growth when applied to the skin.
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Different methods, including stress management, healthy diet, supplements, and treatments like minoxidil, can help hair grow back after COVID-19 related hair loss.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “International journal of general medicine” An 8-year-old boy with a scabies infection was successfully treated with permethrin, antihistamines, and antibiotics.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
January 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Combining PRP, light therapy, and microneedling can significantly regrow hair in severe alopecia cases.
December 2025 in “Journal of Mycology and Infection” Griseofulvin effectively treats tinea capitis in infants.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Experts recommend specific treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for managing hereditary hair loss.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair Heat Disease is caused by wet, oily hair and friction in hot, humid conditions.
January 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Unsanitary barber practices can spread scalp infections, treatable with oral antifungals.
July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Skin Allergy” Patchy hair loss from post-herpetic neuralgia can mimic trichotillomania but requires different treatment.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
5 citations
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October 2017 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
January 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Hormonal therapies effectively treat acne and improve quality of life.
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May 2014 in “Iranian Red Crescent medical journal” Laser hair removal is effective for hirsutism when combined with treatment for the underlying causes.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Oxidative stress and immune dysfunction are linked to both Hashimoto's thyroiditis and polycystic ovary syndrome, with diet and specific treatments important for managing these conditions.
1 citations
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October 2015 in “Journal of endocrinology and diabetes” Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.
October 2024 in “Más dermatología” Few people stick with topical minoxidil due to side effects, so alternatives and strategies are needed.
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September 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
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May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
24 citations
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January 2010 in “Annales d'endocrinologie” For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.
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February 2019 in “Internal Medicine Journal” Australian doctors experienced in adult transgender healthcare mostly prescribe intramuscular testosterone and oral estradiol, recommend mental health assessments before hormone therapy, and support improved training and guidelines.
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July 2010 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
December 2017 in “Journal of the Portuguese Society of Dermatology and Venereology” A sutura tricofítica melhora a aparência de cicatrizes em transplantes de cabelo e outras áreas pilosas.