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January 2013 in “Clinical and Developmental Immunology” Alopecia areata is caused by immune system attacks on hair follicles, often triggered by viral infections.
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June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Acupuncture may improve reproductive and metabolic functions in PCOS without negative side effects, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
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March 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Chemotherapy caused a woman's permanent hair loss and early menopause.
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December 2006 in “Baillière's best practice and research in clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Vitamin D and its receptor are essential for hair growth, cell regulation, immune function, and heart health.
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March 2008 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Hormones and neuroendocrine factors control hair growth and color, and more research could lead to new hair treatment options.
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November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The commentary suggests that certain hair and skin care products may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia, but not sunscreens, and calls for more thorough research on the causes.
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August 2025 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” Long-term use of calcineurin inhibitors in transplant patients can cause hormone issues that can be managed with proper care.
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May 2016 in “SpringerPlus” Some breast cancer patients on hormone therapy experience hair loss, and treatments like certain topical inhibitors and supplements may help without harming their cancer prognosis.
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March 2024 in “Nanomaterials” Biomimetic scaffolds are better than traditional methods for growing cells and could help regenerate various tissues.
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July 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can affect all endocrine organs and systems, altering their function and potentially leading to disorders. Factors like diabetes and obesity increase infection risk and severity. Understanding these effects is key for effective treatment.
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November 2017 in “Scientific Reports” The pituitary gland functions normally even after losing most SOX2+ stem cells.
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February 2024 in “PloS one” Nutraceuticals that promote hair growth do not reduce tamoxifen's effectiveness in breast cancer treatment.
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January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery removed an ovarian tumor, improving her symptoms and normalizing testosterone levels.
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January 2023 in “Andrology” The testes produce sperm and hormones essential for male development.
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January 2013 in “BioMed Research International” Hormonal changes after childbirth and menopause can lead to women's hair loss and facial hair growth, with a need for better treatments.
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December 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology” PCOS is a major cause of infertility and requires personalized treatment.