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research Combined autologous platelet-rich plasma with microneedling verses microneedling with distilled water in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: a concurrent split-face study
Using platelet-rich plasma with microneedling works better for acne scars than microneedling with water.
research Blockade of S100A3 activity inhibits murine hair growth
Stopping S100A3 activity slows down hair growth in mice.
research A Case Report of Association between Canine Hypothyroidism and Diabetes
Canine hypothyroidism can be linked to diabetes, requiring thorough testing for proper diagnosis.
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 Androgens and human hair growth
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.
research Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.
research Red ginseng monograph
Red ginseng may improve immunity, fatigue, memory, blood circulation, and menopausal symptoms, and is generally safe to consume.
research Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome associated with androgen insensitivity syndrome (testicular feminization)
A woman had both Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome, causing hair loss, and complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, making her genetically male but physically female. This suggests androgens don't affect the hair loss condition.
research Trichothiodystrophy with Dysmyelination and Central Osteosclerosis
Specific brain and bone imaging findings can help diagnose Trichothiodystrophy.
research Sorafenib-Associated Facial Acneiform Eruption
Sorafenib can cause facial acne-like eruptions, which improve after reducing the dose or stopping the drug.
research Triangular Temporal Alopecia - Two Case Reports, Dermoscopy and Review
Triangular temporal alopecia is a benign hair loss pattern best diagnosed with dermoscopy, with limited treatment options like surgery and hair transplantation.
research Can the thyme oil be an alternative treatment for human demodicosis?
Thyme oil may effectively treat human demodicosis.
research Study to compare the efficacy of 50% glycolic acid with 65% trichloroacetic acid in the treatment of atrophic acne scar by CROSS technique
65% TCA improves acne scars more but has more side effects than 50% GA.
research Treatment of severe alopecia areata with oral tofacitinib: A case series
Oral tofacitinib may be an effective and tolerable treatment for some people with severe alopecia areata.
research Index of Suspicion
The document says that hookworms are treated with mebendazole and stress-related hair loss usually gets better in 6 months, while other hair loss types have specific treatments.
research Aesthetic medicine treatments for oncology patients — a narrative literature review
Aesthetic treatments can safely improve cancer patients' quality of life with oncologist approval.
research A case series on pediatric tinea capitis
Early diagnosis and treatment of tinea capitis in children is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and scarring.
research Salivary Gland Inflammation During Acitretin Therapy for Generalized Pustular Psoriasis: a Case Report and Diagnostic Challenge
Acitretin may cause salivary gland inflammation.
research L-(+)-Tartaric Acid Minimally Affects the Viability or Molecular Signature but Increase the Expression of Selected Hair Growth Associated Genes in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
L-(+)-Tartaric Acid may help increase certain hair growth genes without harming cells.
research Procyanidin B-2, extracted from apples, promotes hair growth: a laboratory study
Apple extract called procyanidin B-2 was found to greatly increase hair growth.
research Focus on herbal home remedies for hair regrowth and loss
Herbal home remedies can effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects.
research Impact of adipose-derived stem cells on engineering hair follicle germ-like tissue grafts for hair regenerative medicine
Adding human fat-derived stem cells to hair follicle grafts greatly increases hair growth.
research Loose Anagen Hair as a Cause of Hereditary Hair Loss in Children
Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome is a hereditary condition causing hair loss in children due to abnormal hair follicles.
research Emerging Nonsteroid-Based Procedural Therapies for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Nonsteroid treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need more high-quality research.
research Acne and acneiform eruptions
Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.
research A review of diagnosis and treatment of acne in adult female patients
Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
research Ginseng for Health Care: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials in Korean Literature
Ginseng is possibly safe but its effectiveness is unclear due to poor quality studies and mixed results.
research Chronic Restraint Stress Inhibits Hair Growth via Substance P Mediated by Reactive Oxygen Species in Mice
Chronic stress can cause hair loss by increasing oxidative stress, but antioxidants may help.
research Azelaic Acid: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications
Azelaic acid is effective for treating rosacea, acne, and melasma.