The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with alopecia areata have higher levels of a heart disease marker in their blood.
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March 2010 in “Dermatologica Sinica” A Taiwanese patient had hair loss and skin bumps without the usual gene mutation, suggesting other genetic factors might be involved.
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May 2017 in “Human Reproduction Update” The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
March 2024 in “Skin research and technology” High CRP levels could indicate vitamin D deficiency in people with alopecia areata.
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January 2015 in “Journal of cellular physiology” HR protein causes abnormal hair cycles by increasing Tgf-β2 and reducing miR-31.
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February 2022 in “Journal of immunology research” Exosomes from fat-derived stem cells can potentially improve hair growth and could be a new treatment for immune-related hair loss.
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January 2011 in “Journal of S C C J” Adenosine lotion improves hair thickness and density in women with thinning hair.
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September 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Women with PCOS in North China often have hirsutism and acne, with hirsutism linked to metabolic issues.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Male-pattern baldness has a weak link to heart disease and some related health conditions.
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April 2012 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” Adenolipomas may develop from gland entrapment by fat tissue, showing complex and varied forms.
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August 2006 in “The Journal of Dermatology” HLA can be linked to autoimmune hepatitis.
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.
January 2025 in “Open Medicine” High-concentration cell-free adipose extract reduces scar formation and improves scar appearance.
January 2026 in “Medicine” Higher LDL cholesterol may increase the risk of hair loss, while HDL cholesterol does not.
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January 2019 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Yangyin Qingre Huoxue Prescription may help treat atherosclerosis with fewer liver side effects than simvastatin.
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February 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Mutations in the hairless gene cause a rare form of permanent hair loss.
Higher levels of heat shock protein 27 and lower levels of miR-1 can increase AR levels, leading to hair loss in men.
May 2024 in “Food bioscience” Wood sterol may help reduce hair loss caused by a high-fat diet.
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April 2010 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Obese women had more testosterone and less acne, but similar hair growth compared to non-obese women.
October 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The PHAT technique effectively rejuvenates lips and face.
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November 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Higher levels of CCL7 are linked to more severe hair loss in alopecia areata patients.
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March 2022 in “Clinica Chimica Acta” Idiopathic hirsutism may be linked to increased enzyme activity.
December 2025 in “Experimental Dermatology” Improving blood vessel health and controlling uric acid may help manage alopecia areata.
March 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Type 2 diabetic stem cells can still help heal wounds effectively.
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August 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Farudodstat may help treat alopecia areata by protecting hair follicles.
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Certain genes in fat tissue affect weight loss in women with PCOS.
January 2011 in “Medical Journal of National Defending Forces in Northwest China” The treatment helped regrow hair in women with hair loss.
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July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Adapalene microemulsions improve drug delivery through hair follicles, enhancing acne treatment.
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May 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Stem cells from diabetic mice can still help heal wounds effectively.