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October 2021 in “Exploration of targeted anti-tumor therapy” Breast cancer hormone therapy can cause hair loss, which can be treated with daily applications of specific topical solutions like minoxidil and hydrocortisone butyrate.
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March 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hormone therapies like birth control pills and spironolactone are safe and effective for treating women's adult acne.
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May 2010 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.
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August 2006 in “Human Reproduction” Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
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January 2001 in “Cancer investigation” Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
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January 2012 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.
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May 2016 in “Annual Review of Cell and Developmental Biology” Fat cells are important for tissue repair and stem cell support in various body parts.
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September 2013 in “Breast cancer research” A specific gene variant is linked to a higher risk of hair loss from chemotherapy in breast cancer patients.
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October 2018 in “Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences” Curcumin can protect against mercury's harmful effects on brain and behavior.
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August 2017 in “Supportive care in cancer” Madarosis (eyebrow and eyelash loss) significantly affects quality of life for breast cancer patients on taxane-based chemotherapy.
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December 2025 in “Cosmetics” Nanocarriers can improve skin treatments after cancer therapy by enhancing antioxidant delivery and effectiveness.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” Sowbhagya Chundi Legiyam helps postpartum women recover and prevent infections.
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November 2005 in “Journal of Endocrinology” Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
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September 2017 in “Journal of health psychology” Women who had cancer treatment feel both positive and negative about their bodies.
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June 2016 in “Human Reproduction Update” New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
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September 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.
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October 2018 in “British Journal of Haematology” Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.