10 citations
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January 2004 in “KARGER eBooks” Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” Letrozole is better for single follicle development and endometrial thickness in PCOS, with no significant difference in pregnancy rates compared to clomiphene.
2 citations
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March 2011 in “Infertility” The conclusion is that lifestyle changes and weight loss are first-line treatments for infertility due to anovulation, with various medications and assisted reproductive technologies as additional options.
1 citations
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August 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Caffeine may protect hair follicles from stress-related hair loss.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Neuroactive steroids may affect the risk and treatment of alcohol use disorders.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Generalized glucocorticoid resistance causes hormone imbalances and varied symptoms due to gene mutations.
December 2023 in “Research in pharmacy” Phytotherapeutic compounds and supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
August 2022 in “Journal of Contemporary medical practice” Combining Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western medicine can improve symptoms, hormone levels, and pregnancy outcomes in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome patients, but more research is needed.
January 2021 in “Acta Scientiae Veterinariae” Levothyroxine effectively treated a dog's skin and hair problems caused by hypothyroidism.
September 2021 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” Ayurvedic treatment improved hypothyroidism in a 30-year-old man.
2 citations
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December 1994 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.
252 citations
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January 2008 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Melatonin in the skin helps protect against damage from stress and UV rays, and could be used to treat certain skin conditions.
43 citations
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July 2012 in “Molecular human reproduction” Certain metabolites are lower in women with PCOS and could be potential markers for the condition.
29 citations
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October 1988 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.
28 citations
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November 2014 in “Current Diabetes Reports” Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.
25 citations
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January 2022 in “Endocrine journal” Long COVID patients may have hormonal imbalances linked to their symptoms.
2 citations
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April 2013 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Kantavallabha rasa may help manage PCOS symptoms effectively.
October 2004 in “European Neuropsychopharmacology” Impulsiveness is common across various psychiatric disorders and linked to many psychological symptoms.
January 2017 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” The CRH/CRH-R1 system might be involved in causing lichen planus.
72 citations
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October 2009 in “The FASEB journal” TRH stimulates human hair growth and extends the hair growth phase.
391 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Half of people with Alopecia Areata may see hair regrowth within a year without treatment, but recovery is unpredictable.
375 citations
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July 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stress can worsen skin and hair conditions by affecting the skin's immune response and hormone levels.
232 citations
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December 2005 in “Andrology” PCOS is caused by both genetics and environmental factors like diet and obesity.
128 citations
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March 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology” Prolactin contributes to hair loss by promoting hair follicle shrinkage and cell death.
119 citations
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January 2012 in “Nutrition & Metabolism” Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.
115 citations
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November 2004 in “Brain Behavior and Immunity” Stress increases nerve fibers and immune cell activity in mouse skin, possibly worsening skin conditions.
97 citations
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November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.
94 citations
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April 2002 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.