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December 2016 in “Sexual Medicine” Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.
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July 2018 in “General and comparative endocrinology” Thyroid hormones and androgens affect gene expression in frog reproductive organs differently between males and females.
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February 2016 in “Clinical Medicine” The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
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July 2012 in “Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research” A mutation in the Adam10 gene causes freckle-like spots on Hairless mice.
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May 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” AGA progression involves increased lipid synthesis, electron transport, and hair follicle miniaturization.
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January 1997 in “Endocrine Journal” Gonadal biopsy is the best method to diagnose gonadal dysgenesis.
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November 2010 in “Histochemistry and cell biology” The proteins transthyretin and megalin are more present in the growth phase of hair, suggesting they might affect hair health and growth.
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January 1998 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
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July 2022 in “Scientific reports” Crossbreeding improves goat fiber quality, and specific genes affect hair traits and color.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Headache & Pain Management” Discontinuing topical minoxidil can resolve headaches and dizziness.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Age-related immune changes worsen Parkinson's disease, suggesting new treatment strategies.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Certain drugs can cause male infertility, so fertility counseling and sperm preservation are advised.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Minoxidil can treat hair loss with topical, oral, and sublingual options, offering personalized choices.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” A 1.0% tyrosine diet increases melanin in chicken feathers.
November 2025 in “Cancers” Men with male pattern baldness may have a slightly higher risk of prostate cancer.
September 2025 in “Animals” Key circRNAs play a role in wool follicle development, aiding in breeding better quality wool sheep.
June 2025 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Adrenal disorders often cause high blood pressure in young people.
January 2025 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” Aesthetic medicine is rapidly advancing with new technologies for safer, personalized, and less invasive treatments.
November 2024 in “Communities in ADDI (University of the Basque Country)” Antisense oligonucleotides show promise for treating Myotonic Dystrophy type I.
Certain plasma proteins are linked to prostate cancer risk and could help in early detection and treatment.
April 2024 in “Dermatovenerologiâ, kosmetologiâ” Actinic keratosis is a sun-induced skin condition that can potentially turn into skin cancer and requires treatment to prevent malignancy.
November 2023 in “Global Medical Genetics” Netherton syndrome can cause severe dehydration, infections, and growth issues in infants.
The treatment was ineffective in humans.
September 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Researchers found that certain RNA sequences play a role in yak hair growth and these sequences are somewhat similar to those in cashmere goats.
June 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Activating β-catenin increases melanocytes and decreases Schwann cells.
May 2018 in “White Rose eTheses Online (University of Leeds, The University of Sheffield, University of York)” Alopecia areata may be treated by using EGCG to balance immune cells and reduce inflammation.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
Finasteride reduces prostate size and PSA levels in young patients.
SLC24A5 shows a clear selective sweep, but no link to UV radiation intensity.
December 2016 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Skin problems are common in thyroid disorders, with dry skin in hypothyroidism and warm, soft skin in hyperthyroidism.