June 2022 in “C&EN global enterprise” The drug Olumiant is now approved to treat severe hair loss from alopecia and can also be used for some hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
November 2010 in “Value in Health” Cataract surgery in Europe varies in frequency and cost between countries.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine” Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
January 2014 in “Healthy aging research” Polycystic ovarian disease symptoms can continue after menopause, making diagnosis and management in older women challenging.
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May 2012 in “Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is common but often undiagnosed, and early treatment is important to prevent health problems.
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January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Birth control pills can help manage acne, but dermatologists should know their skin-related side effects, especially when prescribing drugs that can harm unborn babies.
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June 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” A woman with Rhupus and Rowell syndrome was treated successfully with medication adjustments.
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June 2020 in “Open access rheumatology” A patient with Rhupus was diagnosed with Rowell syndrome and treated with various medications.
November 2019 in “Monatsschrift Kinderheilkunde” The document concludes that pediatricians play a vital role in supporting adolescents through puberty and should enhance their competence in this area.
December 2011 in “Asia-Pacific biotech news” In 2011, there were major scientific breakthroughs in cancer treatment, immunity, Parkinson's, virus simulation, schizophrenia, hair growth, lung cancer, and medical grafts.
August 1996 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” The document concludes that PCOS in adolescents is complex and requires comprehensive care to manage its symptoms and associated health risks.
Depo-Provera effectively prevents pregnancy but has many side effects and safety concerns, leading to its ban in the U.S.
November 2023 in “L'Endocrinologo” Women with PCOS are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction, but lifestyle changes and weight loss can improve sexual function.
December 2015 in “European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology” Newborns can experience temporary hair loss in bands, unrelated to sleeping position.
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January 2004 in “Drugs” Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate is a safe and effective birth control pill that also helps regulate menstrual cycles, reduces period pain, and treats certain skin and hair conditions.
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December 1979 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
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June 1997 in “Baillière's clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Most women with too much androgens have PCOS, which can be managed with birth control pills, medication for hair growth, and fertility treatments, and losing weight helps too.
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” A new device, IVL-PPF Microsphere®, was created to deliver a hair loss drug for up to 3 months with one injection, potentially replacing daily pills.
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July 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” A woman's hair loss after COVID-19 was likely due to a mix of pressure-induced alopecia and acute telogen effluvium.
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April 2012 in “Pediatrics in review” Common skin fungal infections can suggest a weak immune system, and for scalp infections, pills work better than creams, with several drug options available.
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December 1997 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Pediatricians should advise sexually active teens on safe sex and STD prevention, and discuss contraceptive options and their side effects.
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June 2021 in “Preprints.org” Hair relaxers and straighteners can be toxic to skin cells.
Women with female pattern hair loss may have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
December 2014 in “Research and Reviews: Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicological Studies” Cabbage extract in hair gel may promote hair growth and could help treat hair loss.
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February 1992 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Serum from alopecia patients does not stop hair growth in grafted skin on mice.
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December 1988 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical cyclosporin may help delay hair loss.
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January 2004 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” Polyquaternium-64 helps damaged hair look healthy again.
January 2023 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences” Low levels of vitamin D and ferritin may increase the risk of female pattern hair loss.
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May 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair relaxers can cause lasting scalp damage and hair loss.
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June 2019 in “Dermatopathology” Histopathology is not reliable for detecting early fibrosis in traction alopecia or for showing how severe it is.