June 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Increased pigmentation may protect skin from UVB, new targets for skin disease treatments were identified, sunscreen ingredients don't affect hormones, TNF-α inhibitors may help diabetic wounds, and certain treatments could prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Plant-based chemicals may help hair growth and prevent hair loss but need more research to compete with current treatments.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Narrowband Ultraviolet B treatment can significantly reduce anxiety in psoriasis patients, but it doesn't significantly affect depression.
November 2025 in “Scientific Reports” Notopterygii rhizoma et radix (Qiang Huo) can effectively treat psoriasis by reducing skin symptoms and inflammation.
November 2025 in “Preprints.org” Phenytoin and spironolactone help prevent hair loss from chemotherapy by reducing stress and inflammation.
April 2008 in “Sexologies” Knowing about potential side effects can make them more likely to happen.
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August 2014 in “International journal of cancer” Scalp cooling significantly reduces chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
Neonatal allopregnanolone and stress affect behavior differently in adolescence and adulthood.
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August 2005 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy” New treatments for low male hormones improved sexual function and mood but had unclear risks, especially for older men.
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April 2020 in “Biomolecules” Brassinosteroids may be useful in treating cancer, infections, and other diseases.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Photodynamic therapy shows promise for oral lichen planus but needs more research for consistent results.
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January 2017 in “Nevrologiâ, nejropsihiatriâ, psihosomatika” Sustained-release sodium valproate is effective in treating epilepsy, with some side effects influenced by genetics.
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February 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” New acne treatments include combination creams, advanced retinoids, and light therapies, focusing on safety and patient adherence.
March 2023 in “The Journal of Urology” Nocturia cases increased, but medication use declined, suggesting under-treatment.
August 2022 in “Theriogenology” Neurosteroids affect prolactin levels in sheep differently depending on stress and pregnancy conditions.
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April 1982 in “Lancet” Most patients with hard-to-treat high blood pressure can be managed effectively with various treatments, but no single treatment is perfect.
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November 2000 in “Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association” The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.
July 2024 in “Medical alphabet” Premature graying and hair changes can be treated with certain peptides and possibly targeting the endocannabinoid system.
April 2026 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Combining dutasteride or finasteride with an α1 blocker is more effective for managing BPH than using either alone.
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March 2006 in “Drug Discovery Today: Therapeutic Strategies” The conclusion is that we need more effective hair loss treatments than the current ones, and these could include new drugs, gene and stem cell therapy, hormones, and scalp cooling, but they all need thorough safety testing.
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January 2014 in “Digital Commons@Becker (Washington University School of Medicine)” FDA-approved medications are important for treating high blood pressure in children, but non-approved ones can be used if needed.
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December 2024 in “BMC Women s Health” Lifestyle changes improve weight, waist size, menstrual regularity, and acne in teens with PCOS.
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May 2004 in “PubMed” Finasteride may help some male chronic pelvic pain patients, but more research needed.
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January 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Virtual reality can reduce pain during scalp injections.
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January 1987 in “Annual reports in medicinal chemistry” New treatments for skin diseases are more effective and patient-friendly, but many still lack a cure.
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March 2000 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.
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December 2021 in “Androgens” Testosterone and its metabolites affect brain functions and could help treat neurological disorders.
August 2024 in “Asian Journal of Research in Chemistry” Repurposing existing drugs can improve cancer treatment but faces challenges.
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May 2011 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry” Changing the 6-position on benzopyran molecules affects insulin release, with some compounds showing strong inhibitory effects.