October 2023 in “Scientific reports” Dexamethasone affects hair growth by altering levels of proteins that either promote or inhibit hair follicle growth.
April 2008 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.
Clinical signs don't match inflammation levels in lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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August 1996 in “Forensic Science International” Cosmetic treatments like bleaching and perming can greatly reduce opiate levels in hair, possibly leading to false-negative drug tests.
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June 2018 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels and more inflammation, suggesting vitamin D might be involved in the condition.
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September 2006 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
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January 2002 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride affects hair growth by changing caspase and XIAP levels, potentially treating hair diseases.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Clinical Research” The herbal scalp serum may help hair growth by reducing DHT levels.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMP signaling is important for skin color, affecting melanin production, pigment spread, and cell movement.
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January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” People with hair loss, especially those with certain types, have lower zinc levels, and zinc supplements might help.
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January 2020 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Dihydrotestosterone affects hair growth by changing the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, with low levels helping and high levels hindering growth.
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March 2005 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
January 2024 in “Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski” Pica disorder in central Iraq is mainly found in females and is linked to low iron levels; treatment with iron improves most patients.
June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
March 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The book is a useful guide for learning about chemical peels, with practical information for all skill levels.
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June 2013 in “Semina Ciências Agrárias” High iron, zinc, and manganese levels in soil hinder copper absorption in cattle, causing deficiency.
June 2023 in “RECIMA21 - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar - ISSN 2675-6218” Phototherapy is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss, but choosing the right power level is important.
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November 2016 in “Neuromuscular Disorders” Patients with myotonic dystrophy often have skin problems that suggest early aging and vitamin D issues, and the severity of these problems is linked to their genetic condition and vitamin D levels.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare” Hair selenium levels can indicate nutritional status in very old people.
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low levels of BDNF and vitamin D are linked to higher depression in alopecia areata and vitiligo patients.
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June 2024 in “Clinical ophthalmology” High levels of Demodex mites can cause eye and skin problems.
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July 1981 in “Journal of Endocrinology” α-MSH and cyclic AMP boost melanin production, while cyclic GMP and melatonin reduce it.
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January 2016 in “Forensic Science International” Thermal hair straightening changes drug levels in hair, affecting test results.
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November 2014 in “Functional Ecology” Heavily hunted wolves have higher stress and reproductive hormone levels.
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September 1997 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Properly formulated large molecules can reach active levels at the hair bulb.
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January 2016 in “International journal of trichology” Young Indians with premature graying often have lower levels of certain nutrients and unhealthy lifestyles.
July 2025 in “New Phytologist” MLO proteins help regulate calcium and ROS levels, promoting root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
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August 2022 in “Diagnostics” Hirsutism can occur in women with PCOS even if their androgen levels are normal, making diagnosis challenging.
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September 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” μ-Crystallin may help hair growth by affecting thyroid hormone levels in mouse hair follicles.