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July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses” Microneedling is effective for skin rejuvenation and various skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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March 2021 in “Cosmetics” Hair transplant surgery is the most effective, safe, and satisfying treatment for hair loss.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Experimental Social Psychology” Baldness and shaved heads change how traits are seen but don't really affect leader preferences.
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September 2022 in “JMIR dermatology” Alopecia Areata greatly affects the quality of life and mental health of Canadian patients and their caregivers.
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March 2016 in “Health Communication” Health experts should not ignore their own health issues and seeking treatment is important for their well-being and work.
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June 2013 in “Medicine” A thorough skin history and full examination are important for diagnosing and understanding the impact of skin diseases.
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February 2004 Skin diseases are common and can significantly affect people's lives; better outcome measures and ethical clinical trials are needed to improve dermatology care.
January 2026 in “Nanoscale Advances” Microneedles combined with light therapy can improve skin disease diagnosis and treatment.
Microneedling may improve neck scars, but more research is needed.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” The combination treatment improved acne scars.
March 2024 in “Intisari Sains Medis” PRP injections improve periorbital wrinkles and show promise as a treatment.
January 2024 in “Dermatology Review” Combining PRP with hydroquinone is more effective for treating melasma than using hydroquinone alone.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.
September 2017 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The document concludes that an experimental drug may help wound healing in Epidermolysis Bullosa, links Hydroa vacciniforme to EBV, discusses diagnosing hair loss disorders, finds many children with eczema have allergies, reviews the safety of a skin medication in children, notes side effects of a Duchenne's treatment, and identifies a marker for pediatric mastocytosis.
May 2011 in “Value in Health” CP-690,550 significantly reduced itching in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
Hair restoration surgery has improved to transplant hair in natural groupings, but it's labor-intensive and can't fully restore normal hair density.
October 1987 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair transplantation is beneficial if the right patients are chosen and the procedure is done carefully.
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June 1975 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
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March 2010 in “Gynecological endocrinology” New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.
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December 2016 in “International journal of nursing practice” Puerto Rican children with cancer often experience symptoms like irritability, nausea, and hair loss, and need better education and continuous symptom management.
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January 2013 in “Bundesgesundheitsblatt - Gesundheitsforschung - Gesundheitsschutz” Older adults still engage in sexual activities but face challenges like health issues and lack of professional support, highlighting the need for better healthcare provider education and research on sexual fulfillment in old age.
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November 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Early treatment with azithromycin and other drugs reduced COVID-19 symptoms and complications.
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January 1991 in “Urology” New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
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March 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP therapy increases hair density for androgenetic alopecia.
Stem cell therapy shows promise for treating hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
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December 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma may help in skin and hair treatments, and with muscle and joint healing, but more research is needed to fully understand its benefits and limitations.
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April 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PRP injections may be a safe, effective alternative for hair loss treatment compared to minoxidil and finasteride.
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December 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Microneedling can help stimulate hair growth, especially when used with other treatments, but it's not better than existing therapies.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma, taken from a person's own blood, can help rejuvenate skin, stimulate hair growth, and treat hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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February 2025 in “Nano-Micro Letters” Microneedles offer a promising, painless way to treat skin diseases but need improvements for better use.