March 2012 in “Society for Endocrinology BES 2012” A new method was developed to analyze certain hormones and drugs in human blood efficiently.
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April 2011 in “PubMed” Spironolactone is used in dermatology to treat skin conditions related to hormones, but is not safe for pregnant women or men.
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July 2023 in “Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM)” Cortisone in hair is a more reliable indicator of stress hormone exposure than cortisol.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Broccoli sprout extract may help regrow hair by improving hormone metabolism.
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The surgical technique of scalp advancement and pretrichial brow lift shortens the forehead and lifts brows, is good for women and transgender women with high foreheads, but not recommended for men and has some risks.
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May 2024 in “Biomolecules” Zinc and copper levels may affect erectile dysfunction by influencing hormone levels.
12 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of neuroscience research” Removing certain brain receptors in mice worsens seizure severity and response to treatment during hormone withdrawal.
September 2004 in “Experimental dermatology” Melatonin directly affects mouse hair follicles and may influence hair growth.
27 citations
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May 2002 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Brothers of women with PCOS tend to have higher levels of a hormone called DHEAS, indicating a possible genetic link.
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March 2022 in “Annals of Medicine” Hair shedding after COVID-19 is more linked to the disease's severity and inflammation rather than hormones, with women at higher risk.
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February 2005 in “Aktuelle Dermatologie” Prolactin and TGF-β receptor blockers might help treat hair loss.
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December 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair graying is caused by damage and cell depletion but might be temporarily reversible with drugs and hormones.
11 citations
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April 2020 in “Animals” Moving horses to new places can increase their stress levels, as shown by higher stress hormone in their hair.
6 citations
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December 2020 in “Dermatological reviews” COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.
January 2012 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Androgens can cause acne, excess hair, and hair loss, treatable with dermatologist-guided therapies.
October 2024 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)” Electrical stimulation with a low-calorie diet reduces appetite, weight, and blood pressure in obese people with sleep apnea.
May 2004 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Basis of Disease” Vitamin E affects liver metabolism, enhancing stress resistance, reducing blood clotting, and altering hormone processing.
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May 2007 in “Fertility and Sterility” Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.
27 citations
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November 2021 in “Scientific Reports” Men are more affected by COVID-19 due to differences in immune responses and protein expression.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology & Environmental Sciences” Zinc is essential for plant growth and human health.
December 2022 in “Urology Herald” Hormonal status from androgen deprivation therapy may affect COVID-19 severity in men.
71 citations
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February 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.
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January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Nutrition is important for skin health, and changing diet can help prevent and treat skin diseases.
2 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Higher androgen levels are linked to more severe hair growth in hirsute women.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Horticulture research” Tiny RNA molecules help control the growth of plant hairs.
1 citations
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October 2012 in “Gynäkologische Endokrinologie” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and individualized treatment are crucial for managing androgenization in women effectively.
July 2024 in “Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal” Hormonal therapy for transgender individuals carries health risks but is a personal choice.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Patients with acne vulgaris have lower serum irisin levels.
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.
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January 2016 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Substance abuse can cause various skin problems, including marks from injections, sores, premature aging, and increased cancer risk.