May 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” New treatments are needed for non-scarring alopecia due to current limitations.
January 2025 in “HORMONES” Gender-affirming hormone treatments need better patient-focused outcome measurements and standardized data collection.
May 2022 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology” Sodium valproate can cause serious high blood pressure in children.
February 2017 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” Hair loss can be treated with common methods like minoxidil and finasteride, but new potential treatments include growth factors, cytokines, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
April 2024 in “JCEM case reports” A man's breast enlargement from low-dose finasteride for hair loss didn't go away, even with treatment, and might be more common than reported.
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March 2023 in “PubMed” Stress and COVID-19 can worsen hair loss conditions like alopecia areata.
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August 2022 in “Animals” Essential oils may improve dogs' health and melatonin can help with their sleep and anxiety, but both should be used carefully.
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January 2019 in “BioMed Research International” Itchy scalp is common, linked to various conditions, and hard to treat effectively.
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October 2025 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Weight loss improves PCOS symptoms and overall health.
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August 2018 in “Psychiatry research” Estazolam reduces anxiety-like behavior in PTSD by increasing allopregnanolone levels.
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May 2016 in “Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry” Diazepam's effects on anxiety and memory differ between male and female rats due to hormonal influences.
January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
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February 2020 in “Endocrine” Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.
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January 2019 in “Brazilian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Maidenhair fern extract reduced anxiety and depression in rats and may work due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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February 2019 in “The European Research Journal” Laser pubic hair removal boosts self-esteem, body image, and sexual functions in women.
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February 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Health Sciences” Dexpanthenol may help treat epilepsy and depression.
December 2023 in “Malahayati International Journal of Nursing and Health Science” Chemotherapy in children often causes hair loss, nausea, vomiting, and mood swings.
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October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining plasma rich in growth factors with hair transplant surgery may lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for hair loss treatment.
Abortion access should be defended on public health grounds, and medical evaluations are crucial in psychiatric cases to avoid misdiagnosis.
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June 2023 in “Radiation oncology journal” Low-dose radiation therapy may improve brain function in some Alzheimer's patients and is generally well-tolerated.
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February 2002 in “Urologic clinics of North America” The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
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April 2017 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Post-finasteride patients show changed neuroactive steroid levels, possibly causing erectile dysfunction and depression.
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February 2019 in “Journal of Affective Disorders” Melatonin improved mental health and metabolism in women with PCOS.
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March 2015 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Testosterone therapy is generally safe for transmen, improves sexual function, and has manageable health risks with proper monitoring.
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February 2014 in “Psychopharmacology” Dutasteride makes alcohol less sedating and may lead to less drinking in men.
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September 2016 in “Neuropharmacology” Activating TSPO helps protect the retina from damage caused by high eye pressure in glaucoma.
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May 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” UV light does not significantly affect minoxidil's ability to treat male pattern baldness.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Review” Artefactual skin disorder involves self-inflicted skin lesions linked to mental health issues, needing combined medical and psychological treatment.
November 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Finasteride affects the male rat brain by reducing certain protein activation, but these effects may reverse after stopping the drug.
September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Evening primrose oil significantly improves hormone levels and reduces BMI and cholesterol in women with PCOS.