March 2026 in “Inflammopharmacology” Ursolic acid from Ochrosia elliptica leaves may help manage PCOS symptoms.
September 2025 in “Arthritis Research & Therapy” BMS-470539 reduces skin fibrosis and inflammation.
Genetic factors in PCOS are complex, with potential influences from the MC4R gene.
Testosterone's health effects are complex and not definitively understood.
May 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” miR-29a-5p prevents the formation of early hair structures by targeting a gene important for hair growth and is regulated by a complex network involving lncRNA627.1.
35 citations
,
January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
20 citations
,
May 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low vitamin D receptor levels found in hair loss patients; topical vitamin D treatment suggested.
15 citations
,
August 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
6 citations
,
October 2012 in “Journal of Heredity” The Itpr3 gene causes a specific hair pattern in mice.
6 citations
,
January 2012 in “Breast cancer” Breast cancer may be detectable through changes in scalp hair lipids.
5 citations
,
July 2021 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism” Glioblastoma cells can make androgens, which might help the tumor grow.
1 citations
,
November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Future research should focus on making bioengineered skin that completely restores all skin functions.
77 citations
,
January 1989 in “Clinical Infectious Diseases” Toxic Shock Syndrome progresses quickly, often involves multiple organs, and is linked to Staphylococcus aureus toxins, with treatment options available but diagnostic challenges remaining.
28 citations
,
January 2000 in “Medical Mycology” Fungal infections in lab animals can interfere with research.
2 citations
,
May 2023 in “Current Nutrition Reports” Eating a Mediterranean diet and taking certain supplements may improve symptoms of PCOS.
August 2025 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Current treatments for androgenetic alopecia are complex and promising, but more research is needed.
Hairlessness in mammals is due to complex genetic changes in both genes and regulatory regions.
December 2020 in “Innovation in aging” Rapamycin treatment helps reduce brain inflammation and symptoms of mitochondrial disease by blocking specific pathways in mice.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
December 2013 in “Biomedical and biopharmaceutical research” Nanotechnology shows promise for better drug delivery and cancer treatment.
June 2026 in “Virtual and Physical Prototyping” A new method creates precise, stable microscale structures with reduced friction and potential for complex designs.
41 citations
,
June 2023 in “Antioxidants” Pomegranate has health benefits and new methods are improving its use in supplements.
"Bider" markings in Dun Mongolian horses are caused by a complex network of genes and pathways.
The atlas maps maize peptides, showing complex regulation and varied roles across tissues and stages.
Older people tend to have higher biotin levels, which are weakly linked to certain blood components and negatively linked to triglycerides; biotin should be checked in patients with high triglycerides or medication-related skin issues, and only supplemented if deficient. Vitamin D and folate deficiencies are linked to specific skin conditions.
1 citations
,
January 2021 CD4+ skin cells may be precursors to basal cell carcinoma.
1 citations
,
December 2024 in “Qeios” Hair loss affects attractiveness but can suggest intelligence, and face perception is complex, involving factors like age and smile.
March 2024 in “Nutrients” Alopecia Areata is linked to specific gut bacteria and metabolites, indicating a complex gut microbiome.
98 citations
,
June 2008 in “Human mutation” A genetic change in the EDAR gene causes the unique hair traits found in East Asians.
37 citations
,
October 2021 in “Nutrients” Vitamin D might help regulate insulin in the body, but taking Vitamin D supplements doesn't clearly prevent or improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed.