research How not to detect prostate cancer
Using a single PSA level to decide on a prostate biopsy is not effective; a more personalized approach considering various factors is recommended.
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research Anticonvulsant hypocalcaemia.
Long-term use of seizure medications can disrupt calcium metabolism, but this can be treated with vitamin D or UV light and does not affect seizure control.
research 451 Spironolactone for treatment of concomitant female pattern hair loss in scarring alopecia patients
Spironolactone safely and effectively treats hair loss in female scarring alopecia patients.
research Potential adverse effects of long-term testosterone therapy
Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.
research CAG Repeat Testing of Androgen Receptor Polymorphism: Is This Necessary for the Best Clinical Management of Hypogonadism?
Testing for CAG repeat polymorphism in the androgen receptor gene is not currently recommended for managing hypogonadism.
research Minoxidil therapy in children with severe hypertension
Minoxidil helps lower high blood pressure in kids, but can cause fluid retention and hair growth.
research Hair extensions: a concerning cause of hair disorders
Hair extensions can cause hair loss and scalp damage, and these problems might be more common than people realize.
research New developments in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus
New treatments for lupus show promise, but more research is needed, especially for children.
research Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma in androgenetic alopecia patients
PRP therapy safely improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
research A Review of Herbal Medications for the Treatment of Alopecia
Herbal medications might be safer and more effective for hair loss than synthetic treatments.
research Urticariform plaques: delayed hypersensitivity reaction type IV to enoxaparin
A woman had a delayed allergic reaction to the blood thinner enoxaparin, treated with a steroid cream.
research Hair Regeneration Therapy: Application of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells
Using fat-derived stem cells for hair loss treatment is safe and effective, improving hair growth and patient satisfaction.
research Protection Against Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
No treatment fully prevents hair loss from chemotherapy yet.
research Low level laser therapy and hair regrowth: an evidence-based review
Low-level laser therapy is safe and can increase hair growth for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Alopecia With Endocrine Therapies in Patients With Cancer
Endocrine therapies for cancer significantly increase the risk of hair loss.
research Bimatoprost versus Mometasone Furoate in the Treatment of Scalp Alopecia Areata: A Pilot Study
Bimatoprost was found to be safer and more effective than mometasone furoate for treating scalp hair loss.
research Low level light-minoxidil 5% combination versus either therapeutic modality alone in management of female patterned hair loss: A randomized controlled study
Combining low-level light therapy and minoxidil 5% is more effective for female hair loss than using either treatment alone.
research Friends Turned Foes: Angiogenic Growth Factors beyond Angiogenesis
Some growth factors, while important for normal body functions, can cause diseases when not regulated properly.
research Captopril and alopecia: A case report and review of known cutaneous reactions in captopril use
Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.
research Alterations of gut microbiota composition in post-finasteride patients: a pilot study
Post-finasteride patients show changes in gut bacteria, possibly causing various symptoms.
research Teriflunomide: a novel oral treatment for relapsing multiple sclerosis
Teriflunomide is an effective and safe first-line oral treatment for relapsing multiple sclerosis.
research Dovobet ointment under occlusion overnight for troublesome scalp psoriasis
Dovobet ointment used overnight effectively reduces scalp psoriasis severity and itch.
research pH Dependence of the Coiled-Coil Structure of Keratin Intermediate Filament in Human Hair by 13C NMR Spectroscopy and the Mechanism of Its Disruption
Keratin structure in hair is stable at pH 5-6 but disrupts between pH 6-7.
research Severe hair loss associated with psyc hotropic drugs in psychiatric inpatients—Data from an observational pharmacovigilance program in German-speaking countries
Some psychiatric drugs can cause severe hair loss, especially valproic acid, and it's more likely in women or those with thyroid issues or past hair loss.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.
research Drug Repositioning: New Opportunities for Older Drugs
Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
research Alopecia areata; combination therapy with isotretinoin (0.05%) gel and minoxidil (2%) solution
Using isotretinoin gel and minoxidil solution together effectively regrows hair in most people with patchy hair loss.
research Nifedipine: a new treatment for perniosis
Nifedipine may help treat perniosis, improving symptoms and clearing lesions for some patients.
research Dutasteride: A Review of its Use in the Management of Prostate Disorders
Dutasteride is effective for treating prostate enlargement and reducing related surgery risk, but is not approved for preventing prostate cancer.
research Dermatologic Care of the Transplant Patient
Transplant patients on immunosuppressive medications have a higher risk of skin cancer, and managing this involves balancing medication with cancer risk.