research The Pharmacokinetics of 2.5- to 10-mg Oral Doses of Minoxidil in Healthy Volunteers
This document studied minoxidil in healthy volunteers. Minoxidil is quickly absorbed and eliminated from the body.
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research Evidence of increased DNA methylation of the androgen receptor gene in occipital hair follicles from men with androgenetic alopecia
Men with hair loss have more DNA changes in back-of-head hair follicles, possibly protecting them from thinning.
research Topical minoxidil reduces blood pressure
Minoxidil can lower blood pressure in some people.
research AN ATTEMPT TO ASSESS THE MAGNITUDE OF ENDOGENOUS ANDROGEN PRODUCTION IN A CASE OF THE ADRENOGENITAL SYNDROME*
A 17-year-old female with adrenogenital syndrome produces very high levels of androgens, which prevent complete feminization despite high estrogen doses.
research Edematous striae distensae
The girl's swelling and skin issues improved with fluid restriction and diuretics.
research Homologous recombination induced by doxazosin mesylate and saw palmetto in the Drosophila wing‐spot test
Doxazosin mesylate and saw palmetto cause genetic changes in fruit flies.
research Dermoscopic features of discoid lupus erythematosus
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring discoid lupus erythematosus by showing specific skin patterns.
research HIV infection mimicking autoimmune disorder
A girl with symptoms like an autoimmune disorder actually had HIV and a fungal infection, which was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to her death.
research Liquid Protein Diets and Telogen Effluvium: A Case Report
A liquid protein diet caused hair loss in a young woman.
research Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS): The role of medications in improvement of quality of life
Medications improve quality of life for men with lower urinary tract symptoms.
research Glossary
research Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto is not proven to improve urinary flow, prostate size, or hair loss.
research Severe Insulin Resistance in a Pediatric Patient: Key Areas to Address in the Screening
The case emphasizes the need for careful screening in children for insulin resistance and related conditions.
research Rates of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms in relatives of patients with PCOS
Female relatives of PCOS patients have a higher chance of showing PCOS symptoms.
research ALOPECIA AREATA
Alopecia areata's causes are unclear, treatments exist but relapses are common.
research Finasteride
Finasteride caused bleeding in a man, which stopped after stopping the drug.
research Spurenelementkonzentration im Haar bei Patienten mit Schilddrüsenerkrankungen
Trace element levels in hair differ in people with thyroid diseases.
research How do we investigate haematuria and what role has finasteride?
Finasteride can treat prostatic haematuria, but its use is controversial.
research A Pharmacogenetic Survey of Androgen Receptor (CAG)N and (GGN)N Polymorphisms in Patients Experiencing Long Term Side Effects after Finasteride Discontinuation
Longer CAG and GGN repeats increase alopecia risk, but no significant link to post-finasteride syndrome found.
research Efficacy and Safety of Long-Pulsed 755-nm Alexandrite Laser for Keratosis Pilaris: A Split-Body Randomized Clinical Trial
The laser treatment effectively and safely improved keratosis pilaris.
research Regarding prostate-specific antigen: let's not shoot the messenger
The drugs finasteride and dutasteride reduce low-grade prostate cancers but may double the risk of high-grade cancers.
research Diagnostic Accuracy of Polarized and Ultraviolet Fluorescence-Induced Dermoscopy in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecias: a Retrospective Observational Multicentric Study
UVF-dermoscopy is a useful tool for accurately diagnosing types of alopecia, especially in people with lighter skin.
research Aproximación a los metanálisis de comparación de múltiples tratamientos: una revisión de la literatura
Multiple treatment comparison meta-analyses help doctors make better decisions by comparing different interventions.
research Androgen receptor (AR) gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n length polymorphisms and symptoms in young males with long-lasting adverse effects after finasteride use against androgenic alopecia
Gene differences affect finasteride side effects in men with hair loss.
research 698 Clinical analysis in young patient with persistent sexual dysfunctions after finasteride assumption to prevent male pattern hair loss
Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting sexual side effects in young males.
research L-Ornithine ketoacid-transaminase assay in hair roots of homozygotes and heterozygotes for gyrate atrophy
research NTP Toxicology and Carcinogenesis Studies of C.I. Acid Orange 3 (CAS No. 6373-74-6) in F344/N Rats and B6C3F1 Mice (Gavage Studies).
C.I. Acid Orange 3 caused cancer in female rats but not in male rats or mice.
research Use of cyproterone acetate (CPA) in the treatment of acne, hirsutism and virilism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
research Herbal Therapy in Dermatology
Some herbal therapies may help with skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Clinical Manifestations of Toxic Shock Syndrome
Toxic Shock Syndrome mainly affects menstruating women, can recur, and is linked to staph bacteria, with rapid treatment being crucial.