research Bilateral Leydig Cell Hyperplasia: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hirsutism
An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research Selective Pituitary Resistance to Thyroid Hormone: Clinical Hyperthyroidism with High TSH on Levothyroxine Administration in I-131 Ablated “Graves Disease”
The woman was misdiagnosed with Graves Disease, leading to incorrect treatment, while she actually had Pituitary Resistance to Thyroid Hormone.
research Association between serum zinc levels and androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
research The impact of levothyroxine on thyroid autoimmunity and hypothalamic–pituitary–thyroid axis activity in men with autoimmune hypothyroidism and early-onset androgenetic alopecia
Levothyroxine is less effective in men with early-onset male-pattern baldness.
research 601 Hair growth properties of Cinchona succirubra Extract, Leontopodium alpinum Extract and Manganese PCA in human hair follicle dermal papilla cells
The ingredients could help prevent hair loss by promoting hair growth and increasing VEGF secretion.
research Letter to the Editor on “COVID-19 Infection in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy”
The letter suggests testosterone replacement therapy might worsen COVID-19 outcomes.
research Subchronic study of sperm morphology, genotoxic and mutagenic effect of Lepidium sativum seeds aqueous extract in vivo
High doses of Lepidium sativum seed extract are toxic and should be used with caution.
research Serum levels of lead and selenium in patients with premature graying of the hair
Lead and selenium levels don't cause premature graying.
research Leflunomide: an unlikely trigger and mechanistically a beneficial drug for alopecia areata
Leflunomide is more likely to help treat alopecia areata than cause it.
research Learning and Friendship
The author found the Dermatology Nurses’ Association’s annual meeting valuable for both learning and making friends.
research Systematic review and meta-analysis of the efficacy and safety of leflunomide and methotrexate in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Leflunomide and methotrexate are similarly effective for rheumatoid arthritis but have different side effects.
research Optical Characteristics of LEDs for Scalp Care with Effects of M. sympodialis Inhibition and HFDPC Activation
LED light at specific wavelengths can help fight dandruff and promote hair growth without increasing inflammation.
research Lean Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS in lean women is a serious health condition with implications beyond fertility, affecting metabolism and increasing cardiovascular disease risk.
research 284 Backhousia citriodora leaf extract: A new active solution to control hyper-seborrhea for multi-ethnic skins
Backhousia citriodora leaf extract effectively reduces oily skin across different ethnic groups.
research Comparison of Pain Levels in Anterior Versus Cephalic Approach for Supraorbital/Supratrochlear Nerve Blocks
The cephalic approach for nerve blocks is less painful than the anterior approach during hair restoration surgery.
research Letter to the Editor: “Characteristics of Men Who Report Persistent Sexual Symptoms After Finasteride Use for Hair Loss”
Finasteride use may cause sexual dysfunction; more research needed.
research Author response: Human biallelic MFN2 mutations induce mitochondrial dysfunction, upper body adipose hyperplasia, and suppression of leptin expression
MFN2 mutations cause mitochondrial problems, leading to more upper body fat and lower leptin levels.
research Ovarian Leydig cell hyperplasia as a rare cause of hair loss in a postmenopausal female patient: a case report and diagnostic approach toward postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
An 84-year-old woman's hair loss was due to a rare condition called Leydig cell hyperplasia, which was treated with surgery.
research Retiform Purpura Caused by the Use of Cocaine, That Was Probably Adulterated with Levamisole
Cocaine possibly mixed with levamisole caused a woman's skin condition and blood issues, which improved with treatment.
research Retinol-binding protein 4, leptin, and insulin resistance in idiopathic hirsutism and hirsute women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
research LEKTI: Netherton Syndrome and Atopic Dermatitis
LEKTI is crucial for skin barrier and immune function, affecting conditions like Netherton syndrome and atopic dermatitis.
research Comparison of Alopecia severity and blood level of testosterone in men suffering schizophrenia with control group
Men with more severe hair loss had a lower risk of schizophrenia, but hair loss and testosterone levels were not linked.
research Lead and Calcium in Human Males Using Finger Nails and Scalp Hair
Hair and nails can show long-term changes in lead and calcium levels.
research A 26-year-old man presenting with loss of vision, skin lesions and wasting
The man's symptoms improved significantly after penicillin treatment for syphilis.
research Molecular cloning and characterization analysis of LEF-1 gene from Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goat
The LEF-1 gene in cashmere goats was successfully cloned and analyzed, showing potential for improving cashmere production.
research [A case of Leydig cell virilizing tumor of the ovary].
Surgery on a 68-year-old woman with an ovarian tumor led to reduced hirsutism and normal testosterone levels.
research Letters to the Editor
A doctor describes a new, less expensive method for treating skin issues with a laser, and another doctor corrects a false claim about hair transplantation results.
research Failure of Fresh Plasma in Leiner Disease
Fresh plasma transfusions did not help treat Leiner disease in an infant.
research Human Adipose-derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Exhibit High HLA-DR Levels and Altered Cellular Characteristics under a Xeno-free and Serum-free Condition
StemMACS media is better for growing therapeutic stem cells.