14 citations
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January 2020 in “Women's health reports” Iron deficiency in menstruating women causes many health issues beyond anemia and needs early detection and treatment.
14 citations
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June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
14 citations
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September 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
14 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Female pattern hair loss treatments vary in effectiveness and may have side effects.
14 citations
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January 2001 in “Primary Care Update for Ob/gyns” Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
13 citations
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December 2010 in “Nature Reviews Endocrinology” A young man with an eating disorder had a life-threatening adrenal crisis due to an autoimmune condition, highlighting the need for better education on managing hormone treatments.
12 citations
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October 2004 in “Experimental Gerontology” Changes in testosterone and estrogen receptor genes can affect how men age, influencing body fat, hair patterns, and possibly leading to skin disorders.
11 citations
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May 2024 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Fetal ovaries produce different hormones than adult ovaries, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals may affect this process.
11 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of Medical Virology” Men are more likely to have severe respiratory viral infections like COVID-19 due to hormonal and genetic differences, while women generally have stronger immune responses.
11 citations
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March 2016 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” Nandrolone might increase muscle mass with fewer side effects than testosterone but could cause erectile dysfunction and needs more research.
11 citations
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January 2011 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Eating dairy and high glycemic foods may increase the risk of acne.
10 citations
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Most patients with telogen effluvium had low iron and vitamin D levels; iron supplements were commonly prescribed.
10 citations
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January 2016 in “Global Dermatology” Zinc helps manage skin disorders and deficiencies can worsen some conditions.
10 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Hair loss in adult females in Makkah is often linked to iron-deficiency anemia and thyroid issues.
10 citations
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August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care” Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
9 citations
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May 2024 in “Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology” Gender affirming hormone therapy improves outcomes in gender affirmation surgery.
9 citations
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June 2020 in “Animal genetics” Scientists found genes linked to hair length in Brangus cattle that could help breed heat-tolerant cattle.
9 citations
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May 2015 in “Cardiology Clinics” The conclusion is that managing cholesterol is important for women, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and with PCOS, and involves regular screening and careful treatment choices.
8 citations
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June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with early hair loss have lower vitamin D levels.
8 citations
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March 2019 in “Drugs - Real World Outcomes” Healthcare claims databases can help monitor drug safety, but may report adverse events differently than direct surveillance.
8 citations
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January 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Growth hormone is important for regulating human hair growth.
8 citations
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January 2017 in “Fertility and Sterility” Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
8 citations
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September 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.
7 citations
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Eating vegetarian, having allergies, and family history might be linked to getting gray hair early.
7 citations
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January 2018 in “Australian Prescriber” Some sports supplements can cause health issues like mood swings, hair loss, and heart problems in men.
7 citations
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December 2015 in “Turkish Journal of Osteoporosis” Vitamin D deficiency is common in adults with muscle and bone pain, especially women.
5 citations
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January 2024 in “American Journal of Translational Research” Gut bacteria affect female reproductive health and may help diagnose and treat related diseases.
5 citations
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August 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with sleep apnea and low iron levels are more likely to have male-pattern baldness, especially if they have a family history of hair loss.
5 citations
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August 2015 in “Sultan Qaboos University medical journal” Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause skin darkening and other symptoms, which improve with B12 supplements.
5 citations
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April 2014 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” AMH levels can't reliably tell the difference between LOCAH and all types of PCOS in women with excessive hair growth.