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August 2008 in “Sociology of Health and Illness” The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
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March 2014 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipids” Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.
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June 2015 in “Nature Reviews Urology” Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
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March 2016 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems due to itching and may benefit from melatonin, which helps with sleep and skin symptoms.
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June 2018 in “Nutrients” Celiac disease can cause skin problems that may get better with a gluten-free diet.
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June 2018 in “Medicine Health Care and Philosophy” The article suggests using four questions to tell apart necessary medicalization from excessive medicalization, focusing on problem significance, social expectations, medical understanding, and effective resolution.
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May 2017 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Cyproterone acetate treatment is safe and causes mild feminization, which increases with added estrogen.
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March 2016 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Synthetic cannabinoid addiction can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss.
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October 2020 in “Infant behavior & development” Collecting hair for cortisol analysis is possible in low-income mother-toddler pairs.
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February 2017 in “Clinical Drug Investigation” Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction and depression, which may persist and require hormonal treatment.
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July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” Adolescents with severe alopecia incur significantly higher healthcare costs.
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May 2014 in “Biomarkers and Genomic Medicine” Charnoly bodies could be a marker for cell damage, and certain nutrients and proteins might prevent them, potentially helping with brain diseases and cancer.
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May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
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November 2023 in “The Journal of Health Design” Be cautious with health info on TikTok; many videos have questionable content, but those by healthcare providers are better.
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July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” Alopecia areata in US adolescents leads to significant healthcare costs and usage.
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February 2016 in “Scandinavian journal of urology” Finasteride use varies among Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, with higher usage in Finland and Sweden.
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November 2008 in “Medical Hypotheses” VEGF and its receptor might cause hair loss.
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January 2024 in “Scandinavian Journal of Public Health” Diseases have a big social impact in Nordic countries, affecting healthcare decisions.
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October 2019 in “Medicina UPB” Multiple treatment comparison meta-analyses help doctors make better decisions by comparing different interventions.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Web Based Communities” Creators of YouTube 'bro-science' baldness videos are driven by a need to share and persuade, often emphasizing authenticity and community building, while navigating trust issues related to commercial ties.
November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Minoxidil and spironolactone can improve hair growth, but responses vary and side effects are common.
May 2024 in “Scientific Reports” Androgen receptors in the mouse brain may explain cognitive and mood changes in prostate cancer treatment.
Dutasteride is more effective and better tolerated than finasteride for hair loss treatment.
January 2023 in “Frontiers research topics” Skin conditions can cause significant psychological distress, so addressing mental health is crucial for improving quality of life.
April 2022 in “Health care of Tajikistan” Managing alopecia areata in children needs a personalized approach considering genetic, immune, and environmental factors.
January 2020 in “Current trends in diagnosis & treatment” The review suggests doctors should carefully weigh risks and benefits of off-label drug use, involve patients in decisions, and calls for better regulations and monitoring.
July 2017 in “Clin-Alert” Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
9 citations
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November 2018 in “International Journal of Medical Reviews” Young men's sexual dysfunction often has physical causes, which can lead to stress and worsen the problem.
Tailored nonsurgical cosmetic procedures are crucial for safely treating diverse skin types, especially skin of color.
77 citations
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August 2025 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” Extracellular vesicles show promise for treating diseases but face challenges in development and regulation.