296 citations
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October 2018 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology” Hair cortisol is a reliable way to measure long-term stress in animals.
34 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Hair loss linked to metabolic issues and insulin resistance; early assessment may reduce future health risks.
44 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of applied ecology” Hair analysis for stress and reproductive hormones in wildlife needs more research for accuracy across species.
23 citations
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December 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Permanent hair loss after bone marrow transplant can be caused by chemotherapy or chronic graft-versus-host disease.
19 citations
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January 2013 in “Frontiers in Neuroanatomy” Zebrafish can help study and develop treatments for hearing loss.
December 2025 in “Biology Bulletin Reviews” Hair cortisol can indicate animal stress but varies with many factors.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” Oral spironolactone effectively promotes hair growth in premenopausal women but may cause irregular menstruation.
July 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” COVID-19-related hair loss may have unique features compared to hair loss from other causes.
Hair and nails can show hormone changes during puberty in dogs.
7 citations
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October 2022 in “Development” Overactive Wnt5a disrupts hair follicle orientation in mice.
June 2021 in “International journal of cosmetics and dermatology” Vitamin C and E may help with certain skin and hair conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathy helped an 8-year-old girl regrow her hair in 4 months.
13 citations
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June 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Non-obese women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk.
8 citations
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October 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” New regenerative treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research for confirmation.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” Certain drugs can change hair color, either lightening or darkening it.
Mental health and hair loss are linked, and treating both can improve well-being.
April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Managing lipids may help treat hair loss.
115 citations
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September 2000 in “The Lancet” Early hair loss may indicate risk of insulin resistance.
47 citations
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July 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new mutation, Glu402Lys, in hair keratin is linked to variable symptoms of monilethrix.
12 citations
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February 2020 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” More body hair in young Australian women is linked to higher androstenedione levels.
10 citations
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September 2015 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Both treatments reduced excessive hair growth in PCOS, but there was no difference in weight, hair score, hormone levels, or insulin resistance.
5 citations
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Caffeine can damage hearing cells and affect hearing recovery after ear trauma.
3 citations
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November 2005 in “Women's health” Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.
January 2026 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology” Dogs have more iron and copper in their hair than cats, and outdoor animals have higher iron levels.
65 citations
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April 2002 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Plant extracts effectively reduce hair loss and increase growth, offering a safe alternative treatment.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” Vitamin B12 may promote hair growth by affecting certain cell processes.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Biological factors are crucial for developing new hair restoration treatments.
June 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Omalizumab may cause temporary hair loss, especially in women aged 18-60.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Blocking the protein CXCL12 with a specific antibody can increase hair growth in common hair loss conditions.
1 citations
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November 2011 in “Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research” Raltegravir may cause hair loss in some patients.