research Depressive Symptoms and Suicidal Thoughts Among Former Users of Finasteride With Persistent Sexual Side Effects
Former finasteride users showed higher rates of depression and suicidal thoughts compared to those who never used it.
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690-720 / 1000+ results research Three Considerations Before Advising 5-α-Reductase Inhibitors for Chemoprevention
5-α-reductase inhibitors don't prevent prostate cancer but may reduce unnecessary biopsies.
research Beyond cancer treatment: dermo-aesthetic and other wellness recommendations for breast cancer patients
Breast cancer patients should balance treatment with safe wellness practices to improve quality of life, consulting their oncologist first.
research Scalp cooling and chemotherapy-induced alopecia: Evaluating cost-effectiveness and insurance coverage
Scalp cooling is cost-effective for reducing hair loss from chemotherapy and should be covered by insurance.
research News & Notes
Loop diuretics may double bone loss in elderly men, finasteride lowers prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors, abarelix reduces testosterone quickly, and transdermal testosterone offers minimal sexual benefit for women.
research ORAL TARGETED THERAPY-INDUCED CUTANEOUS TOXICITY: LIFE EXPERIENCE OF PATIENTS WITH ADVANCED LUNG CANCER IN TAIWAN
More research is needed to understand chemotherapy-induced hair loss and its phases.
research Computational Evaluation of Dibenzo Compounds as Potential Dual Inhibitors of Androgen Receptor and 5α-Reductase
Some dibenzo compounds might help treat cancer with fewer side effects.
research 5PSQ-117 Effectiveness of baricitinib in alopecia areata
Baricitinib effectively treats alopecia areata, with over half of patients improving after 52 weeks.
research Lichen planopilaris treated by the peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-γ agonist pioglitazone: Lack of lasting improvement or cure in the majority of patients
Pioglitazone usually doesn't effectively treat or cure lichen planopilaris.
research The Impact of Routine Skin Care on the Quality of Life
A good skin care routine improves happiness, self-esteem, and overall quality of life.
research Drug repurposing—a promising approach for patients with angina but non-obstructive coronary artery disease (ANOCA)
Using existing drugs for new purposes could be a cost-effective way to treat chest pain and non-clogged heart arteries, with some drugs for lung blood pressure showing promise but needing more testing.
research Efficacy and safety of tofacitinib in patients with alopecia areata
Tofacitinib helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata but relapse is common after stopping treatment.
research Intermittent treatment with farnesyltransferase inhibitor and sulforaphane improves cellular homeostasis in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria fibroblasts
Alternating treatment with two drugs could help cells in a rapid aging disease.
research Simultaneous improvement of alopecia universalis and atopic dermatitis in a patient treated with a JAK inhibitor
A JAK inhibitor improved both severe hair loss and chronic skin disease in one patient.
research Fluoroquinolone-induced serious, persistent, multisymptom adverse effects
Some people experience severe, long-lasting side effects from fluoroquinolone antibiotics, leading to the recommendation of limited use and increased awareness of these risks.
research Symptoms of hypogonadism caused by 5α-reductase inhibitors
A man's low testosterone and related symptoms improved after he stopped taking hair loss drugs.
research Complementary Therapies for Idiopathic Hirsutism: Topical Licorice as Promising Option
Adding licorice gel to laser treatment is more effective for reducing facial hair than laser alone.
research Effect of dose reduction of dutasteride in combination with alpha-blockers in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic enlargement
Taking dutasteride every other day works as well as daily and better preserves sexual function.
research Porphyria Cutanea Tarda – a Case Report
Stopping oral contraceptives improved symptoms of porphyria cutanea tarda in a young woman.
research A Disease-Modifying Approach for Advanced Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Regimen with Metformin, Liraglutide, Dapsone, and Finasteride): A Case Report
Combination therapy helped patient with advanced Hidradenitis Suppurativa achieve remission.
research 34546 A topical antioxidant serum containing silymarin reduces sebum peroxidation and improves facial acne
The serum reduces acne and improves skin clarity.
research A case report of a novel, integrative approach to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with unexpected results
A 23-year-old woman with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis improved significantly after a 15-month integrative treatment plan.
research [Cutaneous manifestations of zinc deficiency in ethylic cirrhosis].
Zinc deficiency in alcoholic cirrhosis patients causes skin issues and other symptoms, which improve with zinc treatment.
research Telogen Effluvium Following the Treatment of Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis in a Patient With Heavy Soft Drink Intake: A Case Report
Hair loss can occur after treating diabetic ketoacidosis, especially with rapid weight loss and high soft drink intake.
research Proceedings of the RAMI Intern Section Meeting, 18th January 2014
The meeting discussed medical findings, including benefits of certain treatments for cancer and heart conditions, and highlighted issues like poor adherence to preventive measures and skill gaps among interns.
research Integration of biological and psychological factors in horticultural therapy for cancer patients: focused on making grass dolls, transplanting, and making tea with herb plants
Horticultural therapy helped cancer patients feel hopeful and positive about their disease experience.
research Quality of life and patient-reported side effects of low-dose oral minoxidil in treating female pattern hair loss
Low-dose oral minoxidil improves hair loss and quality of life in women, with manageable side effects.
research Complete Regrowth of Beard Hair with Ruxolitinib in an Alopecia Universalis Patient
Ruxolitinib helped a man regrow his beard after years of hair loss.
research Chemopr�vention des Prostatakarzinoms
There is no strong evidence that chemopreventive agents effectively prevent prostate cancer.
research Is the effect worth the risk? - The most common complaints during oral isotretinoin anti-acne therapy and controversies around its adverse effects
Most patients on isotretinoin for acne experience mild, dose-related side effects, but the connection to depression or bowel disease is uncertain.