November 2025 in “Australian Journal of General Practice” Oral finasteride and topical minoxidil can regrow hair, but finasteride may affect fertility.
February 2024 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Flibanserin shows promise for treating male sexual dysfunction but has side effects like insomnia and fatigue.
August 2023 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” Ayurveda can prevent hair fall and promote regrowth using herbs and lifestyle changes.
December 2022 in “International Journal of Biomedicine” Androgens may worsen COVID-19 and hair loss could indicate the disease's severity.
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
August 2022 in “IARS international research journal” The document concludes that drug repurposing, which is reusing known medicines for new illnesses, can provide faster, cheaper treatment options for various serious diseases, including cancer, COVID-19, and rare diseases.
January 2024 in “Hypertension research” More research is needed to understand sex and racial differences in long COVID.
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May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
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November 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil helps hair regrowth in 80% of alopecia patients, but only 18% see cosmetic improvement.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Telogen Effluvium is a common, usually reversible hair loss condition, often improved by removing the trigger and possibly treated with various products, though their effectiveness is uncertain.
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July 2022 in “Veterinary medicine international” Mange in rabbits is a serious disease that can spread to humans and is treated with medications and supportive care.
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February 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
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October 2020 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” Men have higher COVID-19 mortality rates than women due to biological and lifestyle factors.
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February 2015 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
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July 1984 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy helped increase hair growth in women with hormonal imbalances related to baldness.
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September 1996 in “Annals of Clinical Psychiatry” Hair loss from mood stabilizers is common but can be managed without stopping the medication.
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October 2009 in “Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition with acute cases resolving quickly and chronic cases potentially lasting longer, sometimes requiring treatment.
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 can cause skin issues like chilblains and rashes, which may help in early detection, especially in patients without other symptoms.
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January 2020 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Certain skin rashes can indicate COVID-19 severity, with chilblains-like rashes linked to milder cases and livedoid patterns to more severe cases.
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April 1993 in “Gastroenterology” A mother and son both had ulcerative colitis and alopecia, suggesting a genetic link in autoimmune disorders and successful treatment with cyclosporine.
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November 2013 in “The Open Cancer Journal” Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
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August 1985 in “European journal of endocrinology” Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
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January 2010 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Children with HIV often have skin problems that can indicate the severity of their immune system damage.
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June 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
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August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care” Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
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May 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” A COVID-19 patient had unusual nail discoloration and nail separation possibly due to the virus's effects on small blood vessels.
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February 2015 in “Cellular immunology” Deleting Snai2 and Snai3 causes fatal autoimmunity.
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October 2022 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Physicians often overlook patients' use of alternative medicine for psoriasis, highlighting a need for better communication.
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January 2012 in “Dermatology” Most hospitalized internal medicine patients have undiagnosed skin problems and want them treated.