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January 2011 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology” New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
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August 2021 in “Consilium Medicum” Selencin effectively reduces hair loss and improves hair health in diffuse alopecia.
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March 2013 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Minoxidil and finasteride are effective long-term treatments for male hair loss.
January 2026 in “Forum Dermatologicum” JAK inhibitors and combination therapies show promise for treating severe alopecia areata.
July 2024 in “Russian Journal of Child Neurology” Selumetinib effectively reduces tumor size in many children with neurofibromatosis type 1, but can cause skin and hair issues.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Combination pharmacotherapy is generally more effective for treating keloids and hypertrophic scars.
November 2022 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Combination therapy for hair loss can improve results and reduce side effects.
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January 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
June 2026 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” New treatments for hair loss focus on targeting specific causes to improve effectiveness and safety.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more testing for effectiveness and safety.
September 2015 in “Korean Journal of Clinical Pharmacy” Dutasteride is highly effective for hair loss treatment in Korea, with more side effects than finasteride.
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December 2022 in “Cells” Cannabinoids like CBD and THC may help treat non-cancer skin diseases, but more research is needed.
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March 2015 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
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March 2021 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Various treatments help hair growth, but more research needed for safety and effectiveness.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Biologic agents are effective for severe hidradenitis suppurativa when other treatments fail.
April 2023 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy” Birth control pills and antiandrogens are the most effective medicines for excessive body hair in women, but combining them with other treatments and psychological support is best.
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October 2008 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” Coumarin derivatives show promise as anti-estrogenic agents for treating breast cancer, with some in clinical trials.
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February 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” Polyphenols may help treat skin diseases due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
March 2023 in “The Journal of Urology” Nocturia cases increased, but medication use declined, suggesting under-treatment.
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January 2005 in “PubMed” Alpha-blockers are the most effective and widely used treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms, with minimal side effects.
February 2026 in “Scientific Messenger of LNU of Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnology” Dermatophytosis in cats is treated with antifungal medications.
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are the best treatments for hirsutism.
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” Premature graying of hair is linked to various health issues and can sometimes be reversed by treating underlying conditions.
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February 2009 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews” Trichotillomania involves hair pulling and can be treated with therapy and medication.
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November 2013 in “European journal of endocrinology” Effective hirsutism treatment for women with PCOS should be personalized and may include lifestyle changes and medication.
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp, and parents may not notice; stress can trigger it, and asking detailed questions helps in diagnosis and treatment.
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March 1994 in “Harvard Review of Psychiatry” Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
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December 2022 in “Molecules” Nanotechnology can improve treatments for skin discoloration.
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August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Skin and hair-picking disorders are common and need both skin and mental health treatments.