October 2006 in “Urology” Finasteride may help treat BPH by affecting certain biological markers.
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March 2001 in “Endocrine practice” The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
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December 2015 in “F1000Research” BPH treatments are improving with personalized medicine and better surgical options.
Certain chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss.
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April 2011 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Polygonum multiflorum extract helps grow hair by activating certain hair growth signals in mice.
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Some skin conditions look like acne but are caused by drugs, and they usually get better when the drug is stopped.
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April 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
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June 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.
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August 2011 Prompt treatment of tinea capitis with oral antifungals leads to excellent recovery, but delayed care can cause permanent hair loss.
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August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
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April 2015 in “Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology” Effective symptom management in IBD improves quality of life and prevents complications.
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December 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause a unique skin reaction on the penile shaft.
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July 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with bullous pemphigoid had an allergic reaction to azathioprine, but got better with alternative treatments.
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January 2008 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Monilethrix, a genetic hair disorder causing fragile hair, affects three generations in a family.
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
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January 2005 in “Elsevier eBooks” Follicular Unit Transplantation is a precise hair restoration technique that requires careful planning and a skilled team, and Follicular Unit Extraction offers a less invasive option.
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November 2016 in “Current sexual health reports” Over-the-counter products can help with menopause symptoms, but be aware of their ingredients.
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November 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Ketoconazole shampoo can cause rare pink hair discoloration.
July 2025 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent irreversible hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris.
June 2022 in “Research, Society and Development” COVID-19 may cause increased hair loss, but the exact reason is unclear and standard hair loss treatments are recommended.
June 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Getting insurance to cover the hair loss treatment tofacitinib is hard because it's not officially approved for that use.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Some chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss, which usually grows back after stopping the treatment.
November 2018 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research” PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
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.
April 2016 in “Apollo (University of Cambridge)” Trichotillomania is a hair-pulling disorder needing different treatments than OCD.
July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
February 2010 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Finasteride can cause skin reactions, so dermatologists should be aware.
December 2004 in “Medicine” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
Combining α-blockers and Finasteride is useful for treating small prostate enlargement.