research Hormesis and medicine
Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
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research Hirsutism and acne in polycystic ovary syndrome
Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
research The Use of Neurotoxins in the Male Face
Men need higher doses of botox than women and a different approach for facial aesthetics due to their unique facial features and muscle mass.
research Alopecia Associated with Fluconazole Therapy
High doses of fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Comprehensive Safety Exposure‐Response Analysis to Support Ritlecitinib Dose Selection
A 50 mg non-loading dose of ritlecitinib is safe for adults and adolescents.
research Evolution of long scalp hair in humans
Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research The prostaglandin synthases, COX-2 and L-PGDS, mediate prostate hyperplasia induced by low-dose bisphenol A
Low-dose bisphenol A increases prostate size in rats by affecting certain enzymes.
research Comparison between low-dose chemotherapy and surgery for the treatment of extremity-associated solitary bone lesions in children with Langerhans cell histiocytosis in South China: A case-control study
Low-dose chemotherapy is safer, more effective, and cost-effective than surgery for treating bone lesions in children.
research Characterization and Management of Adverse Events of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Treatment for Alopecia: A Narrative Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats alopecia but can cause side effects like excess hair growth and fluid retention.
research Efficacy and Safety of Low-Dose (0.2 mg) Dutasteride for Male Androgenic Alopecia: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group Phase III Clinical Trial
Low-dose dutasteride effectively and safely promotes hair growth in men.
research Supraphysiological Dose of Testosterone Impairs the Expression and Distribution of Sex Steroid Receptors during Endometrial Receptivity Development in Female Sprague–Dawley Rats
High doses of testosterone disrupt hormone levels and receptor expression in the uterus, affecting fertility.
research A systematic review of neutrophilic alopecias of the scalp in the pediatric population
Current treatments for neutrophilic alopecias in children are limited and often ineffective, especially for males and those of Afro-Caribbean descent.
research Impacto del desequilibrio del microbioma del cuero cabelludo en la severidad de la alopecia areata, marcadores inflamatorios y cambios post-tratamiento
An imbalanced scalp microbiome may worsen alopecia areata severity and inflammation, but treatment can partially restore balance.
research Effects of all-trans retinoic acid on goat dermal papilla cells cultured in vitro
All-trans retinoic acid at high doses harms goat hair growth cells and could be bad for hair growth.
research Primary cutaneous diffuse large B‑cell lymphoma of the scalp: A case report and brief review of the literature
Lymphoma should be considered in unusual scalp hair loss cases, as treatment can work but may lead to severe complications.
research Comparative Analysis of Biological Properties of Large-Scale Expanded Adult Neural Crest-Derived Stem Cells Isolated from Human Hair Follicle and Skin Dermis
Skin-derived stem cells grow faster and are easier to obtain than hair follicle stem cells, but both can become various cell types.
research Cytotoxicity and Collagen Expression Effects of Tideglusib Administration on Human Periodontal Cells: An In-Vitro Study
Tideglusib may help bone regeneration without being toxic at low doses.
research Post-natal development of rats` offspring treated with the ethanol extract of Neem leaves (Azadirachta indica A. Juss) during pregnancy and lactation
Neem extract is safe for pregnant or lactating rats at tested doses.
research Evaluation of Eclipta alba L. selections for higher biomass and bioactive compound
Eclipta alba IIHR Sel EA 43 is best for large-scale cultivation due to high growth, yield, and wedelolactone content.
research Cannabinoids for the Treatment of Hair, Scalp, and Skin Disorders: A Systematic Review
Cannabinoids may help some skin conditions but more research is needed.
research Styling without shedding: Novel topical formula reduces hair shedding by contracting the arrector pili muscle
A new topical solution safely reduces hair shedding by 38% on average by tightening a muscle in the scalp.
research AN ATTEMPT TO ASSESS THE MAGNITUDE OF ENDOGENOUS ANDROGEN PRODUCTION IN A CASE OF THE ADRENOGENITAL SYNDROME*
A 17-year-old female with adrenogenital syndrome produces very high levels of androgens, which prevent complete feminization despite high estrogen doses.
research A Phase 1 Study to Investigate the Effects of Cortexolone 17α‐Propionate, Also Known as Clascoterone, on the QT Interval Using the Meal Effect to Demonstrate ECG Assay Sensitivity
Clascoterone is safe for the heart, even at high doses.
research RISK FACTORS, PREVALENCE AND DIAGNOSIS OF HUTCHISON GILFORD SYNDROME WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO CASE REPORTS
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a specific gene mutation, characterized by aging symptoms and managed by monitoring heart health and using low-dose aspirin.
research Safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of CG2001 in Chinese adult male subjects with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single- and multi-doses, phase 1 clinical study
CG2001 is safe and well-tolerated for treating hair loss, with fewer side effects than oral finasteride.
research Comparative study of efficacy of excimer light therapy vs. intralesional triamcinolone vs. topical 5% minoxidil for alopecia areata: an observational study
Intralesional triamcinolone is the most effective treatment for alopecia areata, followed by excimer light therapy, and then topical minoxidil. The scalp responds better to treatment than the beard area.
research SUMMARIES OF PAPERS
Herpes gestationis is linked to certain antigens, atopic eczema affects T cell populations and may be eased by breastfeeding, higher doses of anti-androgen treatment can improve androgenic alopecia, topical minoxidil increases hair thickness, long-term methotrexate therapy can cause liver fibrosis in psoriasis patients, and Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus patients aren't at higher risk for autoimmune disorders.
research Patient’s experience with subcutaneous and oral methotrexate for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis often causes side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, especially at higher doses.
research Alopecia – New building blocks
New treatments for hair loss are emerging, and doctors need to learn how to use them effectively.