research The clinical evaluation of hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
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research Innovative use of spironolactone as an antiandrogen in the treatment of female pattern hair loss.
Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.
research Gefitinib: an adverse effects profile
Gefitinib can cause skin problems, diarrhea, and nausea, but rarely causes severe lung disease or hair loss.
research Men with Kennedy disease have a reduced risk of androgenetic alopecia
Men with Kennedy disease have less chance of hair loss.
research Evidence-based treatments for female pattern hair loss: a summary of a Cochrane systematic review
Minoxidil helps regrow hair in female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Side effects of common acne treatments
Common acne treatments can cause various side effects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.
research Androgenetic alopecia: Quality-of-life and associated lifestyle patterns
Hair loss affects quality of life, self-esteem, and confidence, but younger patients cope better.
research Management of adverse events and other practical considerations in patients receiving capecitabine (Xeloda®)
Capecitabine is as effective as intravenous treatments with fewer side effects, but requires careful management of Hand-foot syndrome and patient education.
research Full investigation of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) presenting to four different clinical specialties reveals significant differences and undiagnosed morbidity
Many women with PCOS have undiagnosed health issues and show different symptoms based on the clinic they visit.
research Analysis of quantitative changes in hair growth during treatment with chemotherapy or tamoxifen in patients with breast cancer: a cohort study
Chemotherapy causes hair loss starting soon after treatment begins and recovers about 3 months after ending, while tamoxifen does not significantly affect hair growth.
research Androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss from genetics and hormones can be treated with drugs or surgery.
research Prevention and treatment of adverse effects related to chemotherapy for recurrent ovarian cancer
Nurses are crucial in managing chemotherapy side effects for ovarian cancer patients to improve their quality of life.
research Minoxidil for patchy alopecia areata: systematic review and meta‐analysis
Minoxidil effectively and safely treats patchy hair loss, but more research needed.
research A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Various Topical Treatment Modalities for Alopecia Areata
Steroids are the best treatment for Alopecia Areata with few side effects.
research Cutaneous adverse reactions linked to targeted anticancer therapies bortezomib and lenalidomide for multiple myeloma: new drugs, old side effects
The cancer drugs bortezomib and lenalidomide cause skin side effects in many patients.
research Selected variants of the steroid-5-alpha-reductase isoforms SRD5A1 and SRD5A2 and the sex steroid hormone receptors ESR1, ESR2 and PGR: No association with female pattern hair loss identified
No link found between specific genes and female pattern hair loss.
research Cyproterone acetate as initial treatment and maintenance therapy for hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
research The aetiology and pathogenesis of alopecia areata
The cause of alopecia areata is likely a mix of genetics, immune system issues, and environmental factors, with more research needed to understand it fully.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
research Spironolactone for treatment of female pattern hair loss
Spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with few side effects.
research Dermatologic Reactions to Targeted Therapy
Targeted cancer therapies can cause skin side effects, which should be treated early to help patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.
research Is There Really Relationship between Androgenetic Alopecia and Metabolic Syndrome?
No clear link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome, but some differences in blood pressure and glucose levels.
research Oral vitamin A as an adjunct treatment for canine sebaceous adenitis
Vitamin A might be a safe extra treatment for dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness.
research Alopecia and Hirsuties
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.
research Preparation and Characterization of Solution-Processed Nanocrystalline p-Type CuAlO2 Thin-Film Transistors
Turmeric may improve knee osteoarthritis, depression, and metabolic syndrome, but evidence is weak.
research Platelet-rich plasma microneedling versus 5% topical minoxidil in the treatment of patterned hair loss
Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
research Hormone Therapy in the Era of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review
Careful medical care is needed for those over 50 on hormone therapy during COVID-19.
research Thermal imaging and dermoscopy for detecting inflammation in frontal fibrosing alopecia
Infrared thermography, especially with dermoscopy, improves accuracy in diagnosing active hair loss due to inflammation.
research Serum biotin and zinc in male androgenetic alopecia
Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
research Evaluation of long‐term efficacy of finasteride in Korean men with androgenetic alopecia using the basic and specific classification system
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in Korean men for at least 5 years, with V type responding better.