research The Osler Lecture 2012 'Pharmacology 2.0, medicines, drugs and human enhancement'
The lecture concluded that drugs for human enhancement are here to stay and called for their responsible development and fair access.
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research The use of testosterone after menopause
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual satisfaction and mood in surgically menopausal women when used with estrogen, but its long-term safety and effects on naturally menopausal and premenopausal women are unclear.
research Divergences in insulin resistance between the different phenotypes of the polycystic ovary syndrome
Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome show varying levels of insulin resistance, with the 'PHO' type being the most insulin resistant.
research Animal fibre: connecting science and production
Improving knowledge and practices in animal fibre production is crucial to meet market demands and potentially revive natural fibres.
research A genetically informed brain atlas for enhancing brain imaging genomics
GIANT improves brain imaging by using genetics to better map brain regions.
research A Bibliometric Analysis of Alopecia Areata Literature over the Past 50 Years.
More research is needed on alopecia areata treatments and its psychological effects.
research The causal relationship between androgenetic alopecia and serum uric acid: A bidirectional Mendelian randomization analysis
There is no causal relationship between androgenetic alopecia and serum uric acid.
research Beneath the surface: dermatology and psychiatry
Skin diseases can cause psychological issues, and better integration of dermatology and psychiatry is needed to improve patient care.
research Getting ahead of tinea capitis
Oral griseofulvin for 6-12 weeks cures most scalp fungal infections in children.
research Intermittent nitrate transdermal therapy
Using minoxidil for hair growth may cause skin lesions in some people, and taking breaks from nitrate patches for angina might worsen symptoms.
research Use of oral Janus kinase inhibitors for the treatment of severe alopecia areata: narrative review and real-world experience
Janus kinase inhibitors help some people with severe alopecia areata regrow hair, but not everyone responds, and relapses can happen.
research British Association of Dermatologists living guideline for managing people with alopecia areata 2025
The guideline recommends personalized treatment for alopecia areata, including new oral medications and psychological support.
research 368 The Unanticipated Costs, Deficits, and Other Unexpected Burdens in a Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata requires addressing both emotional and financial challenges for better patient care.
research Hair loss treatments: A Google trends analysis worldwide of the past 5 years (2018-2023)
Interest in hair loss treatments, especially Minoxidil and Finasteride, has increased globally, with variations by region.
research LEADING SECTOR OF HEALTH TOURISM; HAIR TRANSPLANTATION APPLICATIONS: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS
Hair transplantation research is growing, needing more interdisciplinary studies and tech advancements.
research BH17 Bridging the gap: identifying dual-targeting therapies for patients with alopecia areata and coexisting immune-mediated inflammatory diseases
Dual-targeting therapies like Janus kinase inhibitors may treat both alopecia areata and other immune diseases.
research The Requirement to Monitor Low-dose Oral Minoxidil in the Management of Hair Loss
Routine monitoring isn't needed for healthy patients on low-dose oral minoxidil, but is advised for those with kidney issues.
research Evaluating the effect of social media on the popularity of vampire facial using google trends
Celebrity endorsements can greatly increase interest in cosmetic procedures.
research Sparse haplotype-based fine-scale local ancestry inference at scale reveals recent selection on immune responses
Recent selection on immune response genes was identified across seven ethnicities.
research Medicine Update
The CDC reports 23 measles cases in unvaccinated US kids, new treatments for eosinophilic esophagitis and osteopenia are approved, poor sleep may cause migraines, atopic dermatitis could lead to asthma, migraines might increase Crohn's disease risk, cancer may raise heart disease risk, gout is linked to prostate issues, Cabo Verde is malaria-free, social factors and vitamin D affect dementia risk, smoking increases hair loss risk, certain drugs might lower thyroid disease risk in arthritis, noma is a neglected disease, and meal timing could impact heart health.
research SUBSTYTUCJA EGZOGENNYCH CHOLINESTERAZ W LECZENIU CIĘŻKICH ZATRUĆ ZWIĄZKAMI FOSFOROORGANICZNYMI
Combining standard treatment with exogenous cholinesterases can improve outcomes in severe organophosphate poisoning.
research How can we make the STEM workforce more equitable? A new report suggests next steps
The report recommends a government-wide action plan to increase diversity in the STEM workforce over the next decade.
research Chronic diarrhoea
Sexually transmitted infections and HIV should be considered as possible causes of chronic diarrhea, especially in men who have sex with men.
research Clinical and analytical evaluation of LC-MS methods for plasma renin activity and aldosterone
The study developed methods to measure biomarkers in mice and found differences in hormone levels linked to gut microbiota diversity and stress response.
research Voluntary registers no longer have gravitas
Professionals believe voluntary registers cannot ensure public safety like mandatory ones with laws.
research This sector needs laser protection supervisors
Clinics using lasers should have trained laser safety supervisors to reduce accidents and possibly lower insurance costs.
research Encouraging self-care through charity
Charities help patients manage their own health by providing resources and support.
research Clinical Snippets
Skin has a larger surface area than thought, certain skin cells improve skin flap survival, better trials for skin conditions in children are needed, Stevens-Johnson syndrome rates vary by age and race, and better skin barrier function may reduce inflammation in the elderly.
research Abstracts from the 17th Congress of the European Society for Dermatology and Psychiatry
The congress showed that psychological therapy can help skin condition patients, social media affects acne stigma, education improves atopic dermatitis, and patient satisfaction in dermatology is high, especially with good doctor engagement.
research Plain language summaries
Doctors need more training in skin cancer screening, a new treatment is effective for a skin condition, better diagnosis methods for skin cancer are available, hair loss in women may be linked to hormones and cholesterol, certain skin care products might cause hair loss, babies' skin gets weaker after birth, and a gene mutation might be linked to eczema.