21 citations
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June 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” Swellable microneedles could improve drug delivery and diagnostics but need more research on materials and technology integration.
21 citations
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Hormones affect prostate health and disease, with certain hormone imbalances linked to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
21 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Rats can't grow new hair follicles after skin wounds, unlike mice, due to differences in gene expression and response to WNT signaling.
21 citations
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September 2010 in “Cancer Prevention Research” Overactive signaling in hair follicles can lead to skin cancer.
20 citations
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December 2020 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The immune processes causing VKH and vitiligo are similar in dogs and humans.
20 citations
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November 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Enhanced stem cells from the placenta can help treat Graves' eye disease by stopping fat cell growth.
20 citations
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January 2016 in “Open Journal of Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases” PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.
20 citations
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September 2015 in “Pediatric Annals” PCOS in teen girls should be managed with lifestyle changes and sometimes medication to improve symptoms and health.
20 citations
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February 1994 in “In vitro cellular & developmental biology. Animal” Wool follicles can grow in a lab with the right nutrients and conditions.
18 citations
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June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
17 citations
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April 2023 in “ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering” Silk fibroin microneedles can effectively treat vitiligo by promoting skin pigmentation.
16 citations
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December 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.
16 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Minoxidil may help treat hair loss by reducing inflammation-related gene activity in skin cells.
16 citations
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October 2013 in “Irish Veterinary Journal” Oral feline interferon-omega improved symptoms in diabetic cats with gingivostomatitis.
15 citations
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June 2011 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Overexpressing 14-3-3σ in mice skin reduces cell growth and hair density.
14 citations
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November 2012 in “SLAS discovery” Some herbal extracts can promote hair growth and prevent hair loss.
13 citations
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April 2002 in “International Journal of Toxicology” The safety of placental and umbilical extracts in cosmetics is uncertain, requiring more research.
12 citations
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February 2025 in “Women s Health” Metformin helps manage PCOS by improving fertility and is safe for pregnancy, especially when combined with certain treatments.
12 citations
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July 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Men with hormonal imbalances similar to PCOS may have increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases.
11 citations
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July 2019 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
11 citations
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November 2017 in “Hong Kong Medical Journal” Polycystic ovary syndrome increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer, and requires early treatment to manage these risks.
10 citations
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March 2024 in “Endocrine Reviews” Significant progress was made in understanding androgen excess disorders, but much is still unknown.
10 citations
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March 2013 in “Bundesgesundheitsblatt - Gesundheitsforschung - Gesundheitsschutz” Obesity in children can worsen skin issues and increase infection risk.
9 citations
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Prenatal THC exposure may harm ovarian health and fertility.
9 citations
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January 2022 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.
7 citations
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October 2024 in “Livers” Sex hormones affect liver fat and metabolic health differently in men and women.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of clinical medicine research” Menopause causes significant changes in the vaginal introitus, but less so in the labia majora, which may lead to symptoms of vaginal atrophy.
6 citations
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December 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Abnormal growth factor metabolism may link psoriasis and metabolic syndrome, and obesity can affect psoriasis treatment effectiveness.
6 citations
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September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.
6 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hormone imbalance is linked to Hidradenitis Suppurativa, a skin condition, and treatments like anti-androgenic therapy and metformin can help. It's also suggested to check patients for insulin resistance and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.