research How to Speak Postmodern: Medicine, Illness, and Cultural Change
The document suggests medicine should integrate biological and cultural factors and focus on holistic, equitable care.
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research Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of male-pattern and female-pattern hair loss, 2017 version
Use finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.
research Pathogenesis and treatment options for chemotherapy‐induced alopecia: a systematic review
Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.
research Epidermal Polarity Genes in Health and Disease
Disruptions in epidermal polarity genes can lead to skin diseases.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research Developing stratified epithelia: lessons from the epidermis and thymus
The skin and thymus develop similarly to protect and support immunity.
research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Young men’s coping with androgenetic alopecia: Acceptance counts when hair gets thinner
Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
research A pilot study on the sexual side effects of finasteride as related to hand preference for men undergoing treatment of male pattern baldness
Left-handed men experience more sexual side effects from finasteride treatment.
research Medical management of male pattern hair loss
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.
research Curly hair: measured differences and contributions to breakage
Curly hair breaks more easily, especially with chemical treatments, but simpler grooming reduces breakage.
research Hirsutism in the Adolescent Female
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Nocebo effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.
research Eyebrow restoration: the approach, considerations, and technique in follicular unit transplantation
Successful eyebrow restoration can be done using careful hair transplant techniques and choosing the right patients.
research Minoxidil for Endocrine Therapy–Induced Alopecia in Women With Breast Cancer—Saint Agatha’s Blessing?
Topical minoxidil improves hair loss in 80% of women with breast cancer undergoing endocrine therapy.
research Cross sectional quality of life assessment in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss lowers quality of life, causing embarrassment, frustration, and sexual rejection.
research Skin health and integrity
Maintaining skin health is crucial for overall well-being and involves protecting against environmental damage and using skincare products.
research Hair loss among transgender and gender‐nonbinary patients: a cross‐sectional study
Transgender and nonbinary individuals experience hair loss, with transmen on testosterone seeing more severe hair loss, while feminizing hormones may stabilize hair loss in transwomen.
research Management of Clinical Side Effects of DMPA
To improve use of the contraceptive DMPA among adolescents, effectively manage side effects like menstrual changes and weight gain through counseling and guidance.
research Psychosocial Aspects of Hair Loss
Hair loss can cause serious mental health problems and treating it requires a team of experts.
research Male Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgens contribute to common male hair loss; more research needed for hair growth medication.
research Early-onset baldness and the risk of aggressive prostate cancer: findings from a case–control study
Men who start balding at age 20 may have a higher chance of getting aggressive prostate cancer.
research Quantitative Analysis Using the Phototrichogram Technique of an Italian Population Suffering from Androgenic Alopecia
As people get older, they have less active hair growth, but women have thicker hair than men and respond better to hair loss treatments.
research Exploring the Lived Experiences and Coping Mechanisms of Unmarried Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Pakistan
Unmarried women with PCOS in Pakistan face stigma and use various strategies to cope, needing better support and accurate information.
research Autoimmune Skin Disorders
The document concludes that autoimmune skin disorders are treated with corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs.
research Androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss common in men and women, limited treatments available.
research Whole Tooth Regenerative Therapy Using a Bioengineered Tooth Germ
Bioengineered teeth could replace damaged teeth and restore oral functions.
research Relationship between Illness Behavior and Hair Loss Pattern According to the Basic and Specific (BASP) Classification
The BASP classification helps predict patient behavior and improve treatment for hair loss.