August 2024 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” A new compound, HTPI, promotes hair growth by protecting cells from damage and regulating energy use.
8 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of The Royal Society Interface” Giant axonal neuropathy changes the structure of keratin in human hair.
GPC1 is important for blood vessel growth in hair follicles and could help treat hair loss.
13 citations
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December 2020 in “BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care” Changes in SHBG levels don't predict diabetes risk reduction.
2 citations
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September 2002 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” The GH-IGF-I axis is likely involved in the hormonal imbalances seen in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism.
January 2022 in “Al-Azhar Medical Journal” Higher antigliadin antibody levels are linked to alopecia areata severity.
49 citations
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May 2013 in “JAMA Dermatology” Hair loss links to higher death risk from diabetes and heart disease; not a direct cause, but a marker for risk factors.
4 citations
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December 2012 in “Medical Hypotheses” Prediabetes may be a risk factor for hair loss.
7 citations
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July 2016 in “Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A” cGEL hydrogel improves melanin production in skin cells, making it a promising option for skin treatments.
January 2020 in “Молодий вчений” B(III) blood type may have higher hemoglobin levels, but stress affects this, and hair iron levels correlate with hemoglobin in some blood types.
Glypican-1 is important for hair follicle blood vessel growth and could be a target for treating hair loss.
24 citations
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November 1997 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Mouse high-glycine/tyrosine proteins have distinct patterns in hair follicles, peaking at specific hair cycle days.
58 citations
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April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.
February 1956 in “Bulletin of Experimental Biology and Medicine” Glycogen levels in mouse skin drop after injury but increase during healing, returning to normal within a month.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “Medical Journal Armed Forces India” 19 citations
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October 2021 in “Medicine” Exercising women should be screened for anemia due to its prevalence and impact on performance.
200 citations
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October 2009 in “European journal of endocrinology” Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.
132 citations
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Fat-derived stem cells show promise for skin repair and reducing aging signs but need more research for consistent results.
91 citations
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December 2017 in “Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine” Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.
71 citations
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November 2009 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.
60 citations
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May 2011 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.
52 citations
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February 2018 in “Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome” Some skin conditions may indicate metabolic syndrome, which could help with early detection and management of related health issues.
31 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
23 citations
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June 2017 in “Rejuvenation Research” Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.
16 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
14 citations
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October 2020 in “Scientific reports” Hair greying is linked to reduced ATM protein in hair cells, which protects against stress and damage.
8 citations
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March 2012 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone have similar effects on body composition and metabolic health in men.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of microbial & biochemical technology” Biotin helps regulate proteins in the blood, which may explain its role in hair growth.
1 citations
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December 2018 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Human hair shows promise for non-invasive medical testing, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
Henna has many medicinal uses but needs more research to confirm its benefits.