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March 2011 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” Spironolactone improved blood vessel function and cholesterol levels in non-obese women with PCOS.
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January 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.
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September 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lower irisin levels in the blood may indicate more severe acne.
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June 2018 in “Journal of Diabetes, Metabolic Disorders & Control” Women with PCOS may have higher bad cholesterol and are at risk for blood sugar issues; lifestyle changes are recommended.
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June 2016 in “Russian Journal of Skin and Venereal Diseases” People with alopecia areata have lower blood zinc and iron, and higher hair iron, copper, chromium, and nickel.
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September 2020 in “The Indian journal of veterinary sciences and biotechnology” Mange in camels causes blood and organ damage, especially in older females.
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November 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Males with male pattern baldness have higher blood galectin-3 levels.
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February 2023 in “riUfes (Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo)” High testosterone affects blood vessel function, with estrogen playing a key role in maintaining heart health.
February 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” People with Telogen Effluvium have similar zinc levels in their blood as healthy individuals.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
Finasteride treatment increased blood volume and reduced vessel leakiness in beagle prostates.
January 2026 in “Scientific Reports” Certain blood cell ratios are higher in kids with alopecia areata and might help predict the disease.
February 2023 in “Suez Canal University Medical Journal” Lower survivin levels in blood are linked to more severe and progressing alopecia areata.
Finasteride reduces blood vessel formation in seminal vesicles.
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October 1980 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Minoxidil lowers blood pressure effectively but may cause unwanted hair growth and other side effects.
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January 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain blood clotting factors, suggesting a greater risk of cardiovascular issues.
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October 2022 in “Ophthalmic Research” Red light therapy temporarily increased blood flow in the eye but didn't change other eye structures.
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January 2012 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry” C-reactive protein helps monocytes stick to blood vessel cells by causing oxidative stress.
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July 2018 in “African Journal of Urology” Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and slightly improves early postoperative quality of life.
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December 2022 in “Parodontologiya” Carboxytherapy effectively reduces inflammation and improves blood flow in treating gum diseases.
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January 2011 in “China Modern Medicine” Chinese Herbal Hair Renewal Liquid improves blood flow in mice ears.