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October 2009 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” Finasteride may help reduce inappropriate sexual behaviors in dementia patients with prostate issues.
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January 1998 in “Neurourology and Urodynamics” AMN can cause bladder problems due to nerve damage.
Vibration anesthesia can significantly reduce pain during hair transplant surgery.
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August 2016 in “kufa journal for nursing sciences” Many elderly in geriatric homes are overweight and show signs of nutritional deficiency, needing better nutrition and education.
March 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often worsening with standing or sitting and occurring mostly in the evening or at night.
November 2001 in “The Journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences/The journal of neuropsychiatry and clinical neurosciences” Divalproex sodium can unexpectedly cause agitation and hyperactivity in some patients.
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March 2018 in “BMJ case reports” Dilated pupils can be an early sign of HIV/AIDS.
October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Vitamin D3 deficiency is common in Pakistanis with diffuse hair fall, and early treatment is advised.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low levels of BDNF and vitamin D are linked to higher depression in alopecia areata and vitiligo patients.
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August 1993 in “Colloid & Polymer Science” The observed "toughening" in keratin was actually due to water evaporation, not a real change in keratin.
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July 2011 in “Folia Histochemica et Cytobiologica” Calcium reduces involucrin in rat hair bulbs but doesn't affect filaggrin and Kdap.
June 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Xerosis and wrinkling are common in elderly skin, but some conditions can be harmful.
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July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” Older adults have a wide range of skin conditions, with dry skin being very common and many also experiencing skin growths, itching, and infections.
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January 2012 in “Frontiers in Neural Circuits” Neurosteroids and benzodiazepines reduce neuron excitability, with lasting effects on inhibitory neurons.
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April 2007 in “The FASEB Journal” Lack of certain fatty acids causes skin, immune, and fertility issues in mice.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Cancer” Low intensity ultrasound may reduce side effects of chemotherapy drugs like paclitaxel.
Depressed individuals have higher hair sodium and potassium levels, similar to changes seen in astronauts.
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December 2010 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Decreased CD200 in hair follicles may cause immune issues in some alopecia areata cases.
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October 2017 Vibration anesthesia can significantly lessen the pain during hair restoration surgery.
July 2021 in “Clinical Medicine” Iron deficiency without anemia can cause itching and other skin-related symptoms, and iron supplements may help.
August 2020 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Dutasteride for hair loss can cause skin reactions like itchy red plaques.
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February 2014 in “Neuron” Delta opioid receptors help regulate touch sensation by reducing neurotransmitter release in the spinal cord.
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January 1998 in “Neurourology and Urodynamics” Adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN) can cause bladder problems due to nerve damage.
October 2019 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Pellagrous dermatitis, caused by niacin deficiency, can be cured with vitamin supplements.
Gray hair affects hair's movement and appearance, making it less bouncy and more wavy.
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August 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Degenerative changes in the lower cervical spine are common in patients with abnormal scalp sensations, with some improvement seen using pain medication and physical therapy.
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March 2000 in “The Journal of Urology” Men over 50 may experience hormone decline causing various symptoms, and proper management is crucial.
January 1999 in “Universitas Philosophica” Cornifin-alpha/SPRR1 is increased in certain skin conditions and by specific treatments.
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June 2014 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Elkonyxis, a rare nail condition, improved when patients stopped their nail-picking habits.
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August 2003 in “Journal of comparative neurology” Naked mole-rats have unique skin and hair nerve structures, lacking certain pain and temperature-related neuropeptides.