January 2024 in “Medicina” Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.
October 2023 in “International journal of rheumatic diseases” New treatments targeting the JAK signaling pathway, especially JAK inhibitors, show promise for alopecia areata.
February 2017 in “Cancer Research” Topical calcitriol appears safe and may reduce hair loss during chemotherapy.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” The hemp extract significantly increased hair regrowth in both men and women without any side effects.
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May 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Microneedling can effectively promote new hair growth in men with hair loss who didn't improve with traditional treatments.
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July 2024 in “Applied Psychology Research” Excessive body hair in women with PCOS can lower self-esteem and cause depression and anxiety.
July 2024 in “Periodontology 2000” Autologous platelet concentrates show promise in esthetic treatments but need more standardized research.
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April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal” Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
March 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Botulinum Neurotoxin-A can treat acne, oily skin, rosacea, hair loss, prevent scars, relieve nerve pain, reduce excessive sweating, and manage psoriasis, but more trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
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June 2017 in “Sexual Medicine Reviews” Erectile dysfunction is increasingly common in men under 40, with many physical and psychological causes, and various treatment options available.
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January 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Scalp photography helps patients feel less anxious about hair loss, agree more with doctors on severity, and stay motivated for treatment.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Platelet-Rich Plasma treatment improved hair growth and reduced inflammation in patients with patchy hair loss, but not in total hair loss, and Optical Coherence Tomography was useful in tracking this progress.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tofacitinib may help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata, but results differ greatly between people.
May 1993 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
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March 2020 in “Journal of Biomedical Science” Understanding how hair follicle stem cells work can help find new ways to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
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January 2009 in “International Journal of PharmTech Research” The polyherbal oil with Eclipta alba, Hibiscus rosa sinensis, and Nardostachys jatamansi was found to be highly effective in promoting hair growth, better than minoxidil.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Some alternative treatments may help with hair loss, but more evidence is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
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September 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The letter criticizes generalizations about older patients' abilities and calls for respectful, individualized care, while the original authors defend the need to adapt communication for those with impairments.
June 2023 in “The journal of sexual medicine” The treatment helped a transgender woman stop drinking, improved her mental health, and reduced her gender dysphoria.
May 2019 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Drinking alcohol before taking flibanserin does not increase the risk of severe low blood pressure or fainting.
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March 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology” Stress stops hair growth in mice by causing early hair growth phase end and harmful inflammation through a specific nerve-related pathway.
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May 2008 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Eclipta alba extract helps hair grow faster and more effectively than minoxidil in rats.
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March 2011 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.
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June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
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September 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.
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December 2002 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Balding men seen as older, less attractive, and less confident.
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August 2017 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Fractional lasers seem effective and safe for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to find the best treatment methods.
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March 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Testosterone treatment in transgender teens can worsen acne, requiring careful treatment due to mental health and medication side effects.