research Human skin color: Origin, variation and significance
Human skin and hair color variation is mainly due to melanin produced by a few genes, with melanin protecting against sun damage.
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360-390 / 1000+ resultsresearch Grey hair: clinical investigation into changes in hair fibres with loss of pigmentation in a photoprotected population
Grey hair is wilder, drier, and less manageable than pigmented hair.
research Is increased constitutive skin and hair pigmentation an early sign of puberty?
Darker skin in 10-year-old girls may be an early sign of puberty.
research Analysis of Copy Number Variation in the Whole Genome of Normal-Haired and Long-Haired Tianzhu White Yaks
CNVs influence hair length in Tianzhu white yaks.
research Relative studies between hair index, hair area, and medullary index with age and sex in Thai scalp hair
Hair area varies with age and sex, but hair index and medullary index do not.
research Serum lipid profile and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Women with PCOS may have higher bad cholesterol and are at risk for blood sugar issues; lifestyle changes are recommended.
research Serum anti-Müllerian hormone as a predictor of polycystic ovarian syndrome among women of reproductive age
High levels of anti-Müllerian hormone can indicate polycystic ovarian syndrome in women who can have babies.
research Histopathological Evidence of Occipital Involvement in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Advanced male pattern baldness affects the back of the scalp, reducing hair follicles.
research Naturally Occurring Hairlines in Orientals of Southeast and East Asian Origin and Their Application in Hair Restoration Surgery
Southeast and East Asian men typically have straighter hairlines with less recession and lower hair density, which is important to consider in hair restoration surgery.
research Perceptions of female age, health and attractiveness vary with systematic hair manipulations
Shiny, straight hair is seen as more youthful, healthy, and attractive.
research Premature Hair Graying and Its Associated Factors Among Medical Students and Resident Physicians at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Premature hair graying is common and linked to stress, obesity, vitamin deficiencies, family history, lack of exercise, smoking, and allergies.
research Comorbidities of Primary Scarring Alopecias: A Retrospective Multi‐Site Cross‐Sectional Study
People with primary scarring alopecia have higher risks of other health issues like vitamin D deficiency and thyroid disease.
research Pattern of body fat distribution in patients of PCOS using DEXA-based indices
PCOS patients have more central body fat, which can be effectively measured using DEXA.
research Tackling underrepresentation to aid understanding of Parkinson’s disease: Progress and further opportunities
Increasing research diversity is key for better understanding and treating Parkinson's Disease.
research Post-SARS-CoV-2 Acute Telogen Effluvium: An Expected Complication
Many COVID-19 patients experience temporary hair loss after infection, not linked to infection severity or treatment.
research Pilot study: genetic distribution of AR, FGF5, SULT1A1 and CYP3A5 polymorphisms in male Mexican population with androgenetic alopecia.
Certain genetic variations are linked to hair loss in Mexican men.
research Headcover and male-pattern hair loss: A cross-sectional study
Wearing headcovers doesn't affect male-pattern hair loss severity.
research Insights into disparities observed with COVID‐19
Age, health conditions, race, and gender affect COVID-19 risk.
research Characterization of Clinical Features of Hospitalized Patients Due to the SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the Absence of Comorbidities Regarding the Sex: An Epidemiological Study of the First Year of the Pandemic in Brazil
Males had more severe COVID-19 symptoms, but their risk of death was only slightly higher than females.
research COVID-19 Severity and Androgen Receptor Polymorphism
Men with more CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene and lower testosterone levels may experience more severe COVID-19.
research The distribution of hair in Han Chinese
Healthy Han Chinese have lower hair density than whites and Africans, and transplanting 300 hair units can nearly restore normal hair density.
research Risk of Poor Glycemic Control in Tamsulosin Versus Finasteride Users with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Tamsulosin and finasteride have similar effects on blood sugar control in men with type 2 diabetes.
research P381 Kinetics of Titan cells generation and transcriptome modifications comparing three in vitro protocols
Three different methods were compared for creating Titan cells, a type of fungus cell. The OZ method made the most cells initially, but the number dropped quickly. The EB method also made a lot of cells, but the number also dropped. The AA method made fewer cells, but the number stayed steady. The methods also affected which genes were active in the cells.
research Prevalence of Cutaneous Disorders in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
research Hair Drug Testing Routine in Many Clinical and Forensic Applications
Hair testing is effective for detecting long-term drug use.
research Androgen Levels and Body Size Are Associated with Directional as Well as Fluctuating Asymmetry Patterns in Adult !Kung San and Kavango Males from Northern Namibia
Higher androgen levels are linked to less asymmetry in !Kung San males.
research Uterine transplantation in transgender women
Uterine transplants for transgender women are feasible but need more research.
research Trends in Prevalence and Incidence of Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis, and Alopecia Universalis Among Adults and Children in a US Employer-Sponsored Insured Population
Alopecia areata and its severe forms are becoming more common, especially among females, adults, and people in the Northeast.
research Hirsutism, Normal Androgens and Diagnosis of PCOS
Hirsutism can occur in women with PCOS even if their androgen levels are normal, making diagnosis challenging.
research Prevalence of the metabolic syndrome in African populations: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Metabolic syndrome is common in African populations, needing urgent prevention and treatment.