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April 2008 in “Steroids” The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.
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January 2018 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Darkened knuckles can be an early sign of insulin resistance.
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June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” This new method makes checking for female infertility less painful, less invasive, and doesn't use radiation.
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June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Curly hair shape is determined by the hair bulb.
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February 2016 in “ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces” Technique creates 3D cell spheroids for hair-follicle regeneration.
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March 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
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June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Topical DPCP is somewhat effective for hair loss in alopecia areata, but more research is needed.