December 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Baricitinib effectively and safely improves hair growth in patients with severe alopecia areata.
November 2023 in “ACS Omega” New liposome treatment successfully delivers CRISPR to deactivate a key enzyme in androgen-related disorders.
August 2023 in “Tzu Chi Medical Journal” Iron deficiency is the main cause of hair loss in women, and iron supplements started within 6 months can improve hair health.
July 2023 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Escin may help treat hair loss by boosting a specific cell growth pathway.
May 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.
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February 2013 in “Annals of Clinical Biochemistry” Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.
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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.
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February 2022 in “Vascular Health and Risk Management” Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, and understanding their connection could lead to better treatments.
April 2021 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Androgens, male hormones, affect physical and mental functions, with a decrease leading to health issues like muscle loss, bone disease, and depression, and more research is needed on long-term effects and treatments.
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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine” The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
February 2023 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Optical imaging and light therapy show promise for diagnosing and treating liver injury caused by surgery.
September 1998 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Autoimmune and inflammatory processes are involved in both scarring and non-scarring types of hair loss.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Auto-portraits help evaluate scalp hair.
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September 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Women with aging signs and heart issues have higher hair loss risk, which may predict shorter lifespan and affect attractiveness.
August 2024 in “Indian Journal Of Clinical Practice” A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.
May 2020 in “Current developments in nutrition” Low dose finasteride doesn't change lipid profile or metabolic parameters in mice.
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January 1995 in “The American journal of medicine” Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.
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January 2019 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” DKK-1 gene linked to hair loss in AGA and AA patients; more research needed for potential therapy.
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December 2013 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a major health issue for women in Egypt, affecting 14% of fertile women and 37.5% of infertile women.
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February 2009 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.
Isotretinoin may cause temporary, reversible facial hair growth in some women.
October 2010 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are key for treating overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
June 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia patients have higher heart disease risk; statins and finasteride may help.
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September 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Warts in HIV-positive men can have serious abnormal cell growth, needing careful analysis and treatment to prevent cancer.
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January 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Women with excessive hair growth or polycystic ovary disease may more often carry a gene variant for 21 hydroxylase deficiency.
October 2010 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Women with pituitary adenomas often have reproductive issues, like irregular periods and trouble getting pregnant, but not always breast milk production without pregnancy.
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January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.
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January 1987 in “Annual reports in medicinal chemistry” New treatments for skin diseases are more effective and patient-friendly, but many still lack a cure.
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July 2015 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with Lichen Planus, especially with mucosal involvement, are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome, which increases their risk for heart disease and diabetes.