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Finasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate and male baldness, improves symptoms of hirsutism in women, but doesn't work for acne, and may delay prostate cancer progression with few side effects.
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research The promise and challenges of cell therapy for psoriasis*
Cell therapy shows promise for treating severe psoriasis but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and its Use for Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecias: A Narrative Review
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can promote new hair growth and increase hair density, but its effectiveness varies depending on the type of hair loss.
research Treatment-Refractory Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Responsive to a Novel Botanical Treatment
A new plant-based treatment was effective for hair regrowth in women with a specific type of hair loss that didn't respond to usual treatments.
research Expert Perspectives: Evidence-Based Applications of Polynucleotides (PNs) in Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatology
Polynucleotides show promise for improving skin conditions safely but need more research.
research Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder, more common in females, treated with therapy and sometimes medication.
research Dermatological drugs, topical agents, and cosmetics
Tretinoin gel is safe for sun exposure, but tacalcitol doesn't significantly improve non-segmental vitiligo.
research The Effect of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors on Pattern Hair Loss: A Pilot Study
Treatment with plasma rich in growth factors improved hair density and thickness for hair loss patients.
research Topical Janus kinase inhibitors: A review of applications in dermatology
Topical JAK inhibitors may help treat some skin conditions but need more research.
research Benefit and risk profile of tofacitinib for the treatment of alopecia areata: a systemic review and meta‐analysis
Tofacitinib is somewhat effective for alopecia areata, but more research is needed on its safety and long-term effects.
research Long-term control of epileptic drop attacks with the combination of valproate, lamotrigine, and a benzodiazepine: A ‘proof of concept,’ open label study
The drug combination significantly reduced epileptic drop attacks in patients.
research Monotherapy for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Intralesional corticosteroids work best for mild alopecia areata, and DPCP works best for moderate to severe cases.
research Review of the effects of 17α-estradiol in humans: a less feminizing estrogen with neuroprotective potential
17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.
research Ginseng phytochemicals as therapeutics in oncology: Recent perspectives
Ginseng may help treat cancer and reduce treatment side effects, but more research is needed.
research Potassium channel openers: therapeutic potential in cardiology and medicine
Potassium channel openers show promise for treating heart disease and other conditions, but more research is needed to fully understand their effects and safety.
research Antihelminthic Drugs
Antihelminthic drugs treat worm infections but face challenges like low treatment coverage and potential drug resistance, with various side effects reported for different drugs.
research Valproic acid and alopecia: A two-edged sword
Valproic acid can cause hair loss when taken orally but may promote hair growth when applied topically.
research Preclinical and Clinical Studies Demonstrate That the Proprietary Herbal Extract DA-5512 Effectively Stimulates Hair Growth and Promotes Hair Health
DA-5512 effectively improves hair growth and health, performing better than minoxidil.
research Treatment of female pattern hair loss with oral antiandrogens
Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.
research Nutritional factors and hair loss
Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.
research Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men—A Review of the Prevalence and Risk Factors
Erectile dysfunction is increasingly common in men under 40, with many physical and psychological causes, and various treatment options available.
research Systematic Review: Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Platelet-Rich Plasma and Biomaterials as New Regenerative Strategies in Chronic Skin Wounds and Soft Tissue Defects
Fat-derived stem cells, platelet-rich plasma, and biomaterials show promise for healing chronic skin wounds and improving soft tissue with few side effects.
research Novel Treatment Modalities for Hair Loss
New hair loss treatments show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.
research Diet in dermatology: Revisited
Certain diets can affect skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand these relationships fully.
research Selected topics in pediatric hair loss
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.
research Pharmacology of anabolic steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research 42175 PASI improvement in the first 12 weeks from the Phase 3 VOYAGE 1, VOYAGE 2, ORION and ECLIPSE guselkumab clinical trials
Guselkumab significantly improves psoriasis symptoms within 12 weeks.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Topical valproic acid increases the hair count in male patients with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, comparative, clinical feasibility study using phototrichogram analysis.
Applying valproic acid on the scalp increased hair growth in men with hair loss.
research Major randomized clinical studies of alopecia treatment with platelet-rich plasma: a systematic review
PRP effectively treats hair loss, especially when combined with microneedling or minoxidil.