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April 2008 in “Therapeutics and clinical risk management” The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
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December 2021 in “Cureus” Proxalutamide improved recovery, lowered death rates, and reduced hospital stay for COVID-19 patients.
March 2026 in “Bulletin of the Medical Institute of Continuing Education” Female-pattern hair loss can be diagnosed with trichoscopy and treated with nutrition, external therapies, and physiotherapy.
November 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
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August 2016 in “Current Urology Reports” Nandrolone and oxandrolone could help treat male health issues like muscle loss and low testosterone.
June 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Gender-affirming hormone therapy changes hair growth in transgender people, with feminizing therapy reducing hair and masculinizing therapy increasing it, but sometimes additional treatment is needed.
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January 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The document concludes that we need more research to understand Telogen Effluvium and find effective treatments.
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August 2022 in “Veterinary medicine and science” The main prostate diseases in dogs are benign growth, infections, and cancer, with various treatments ranging from drugs to surgery, but cancer treatments have limited success.
April 2026 in “microPublication” Minoxidil might partially activate estrogen receptors, affecting hair growth.
December 2024 in “Revista Brasileira de Plantas Medicinais” Phenolic compounds may help treat hair loss, but more research is needed.
Hair RiseTM microemulsion effectively promotes hair growth and treats hair loss better than standard treatments.
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December 2022 in “BMC Plant Biology” The black orchid Brasiliorchis schunkeana produces chemicals that attract certain insects and have potential antimicrobial properties.
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August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” The conclusion is that understanding how hair follicle stem cells live or die is important for maintaining healthy tissue and repairing injuries, and could help treat hair loss, but there are still challenges to overcome.
March 2024 in “Dermatology and therapy (Internet)” Genetic factors could lead to personalized treatments for hair loss.
October 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Male and female pattern hair loss have different molecular pathways, suggesting unique treatment targets for each sex.
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Bicalutamide improves hair density in women safely.
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December 2001 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.
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June 2008 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” Early diagnosis and personalized treatment are crucial for managing different types of alopecia effectively.
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March 2010 in “Gynecological endocrinology” New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.
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January 2009 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Liposomes improve drug delivery and reduce skin irritation in dermatology.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Finasteride may help treat frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
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June 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Future acne treatments should aggressively target inflammation to prevent scarring.
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December 2015 in “Drugs” New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” A holistic approach, including medical treatments, lifestyle changes, and mental health support, is crucial for managing hirsutism in women.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
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March 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” PRP therapy improves hair density and thickness in AGA patients, even with other treatments.
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May 2020 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Clascoterone may be a promising treatment for hair loss.
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March 2018 in “Dermatologie pro praxi” Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness, except for minoxidil, which works but stops working if you stop using it.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective and safe for hair loss, but more research is needed.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” New treatments are making advanced prostate cancer management more complex but also more hopeful.