185 citations
,
August 2020 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Men are more likely to have severe COVID-19 cases and fatalities than women due to factors like lifestyle, aging, and biological differences.
178 citations
,
June 1994 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia areata in these mice is inherited, more common in young females, and can be treated with triamcinolone acetonide.
176 citations
,
May 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” COVID-19 can cause different skin symptoms that may help with early diagnosis and show how severe the disease is.
156 citations
,
October 1996 in “Science of The Total Environment” Tributyltin exposure causes sex changes, sterilization, and decline in the snail Ocinebrina aciculata, risking its extinction.
152 citations
,
December 2003 in “Micron” As people age, their hair follicles produce less pigment, leading to gray and white hair, due to factors like reduced enzyme activity and damage to melanocyte DNA.
141 citations
,
March 2011 in “Journal of Dermatology” Eczema and fungal infections are the most common skin problems in Japan, with different age groups and genders affected by various conditions.
122 citations
,
July 1990 in “Teratology” Finasteride exposure in pregnancy causes genital abnormalities in male rats.
113 citations
,
July 2020 in “Communications biology” Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.
108 citations
,
September 2002 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Lowering testosterone speeds up wound healing in male mice.
103 citations
,
March 2015 in “Nature Communications” A genetic region near the PAX1 gene is linked to a higher risk of scoliosis in females.
101 citations
,
January 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Different types of hair loss need specific treatments, and while many classification systems exist, each has its flaws; more research is needed to refine these systems and treatments.
95 citations
,
June 2002 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Onion juice is more effective than tap water for hair re-growth in patchy alopecia areata.
92 citations
,
September 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMAL1 and Period1 genes can influence human hair growth.
88 citations
,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.
88 citations
,
May 2005 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Versican, a protein, is less present in thinning hair follicles and this decrease might contribute to common hair loss in men.
80 citations
,
February 2021 in “Cureus” Many COVID-19 survivors continue to experience symptoms like fatigue and concentration problems after recovery, possibly needing rehabilitation.
80 citations
,
June 2020 in “Dermatopathology” COVID-19 can cause various skin lesions, which may result from the virus and immune response, and are not directly linked to illness severity.
78 citations
,
April 1994 in “Archives of dermatology” The study found that Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans is a genetic skin condition that starts in childhood, involves inflammation and scarring, and current treatments are only somewhat effective.
73 citations
,
June 2001 in “Endocrinology” Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
67 citations
,
December 2019 in “PloS one” Beta-caryophyllene helps improve wound healing in mice, especially in females.
65 citations
,
April 2002 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Plant extracts effectively reduce hair loss and increase growth, offering a safe alternative treatment.
62 citations
,
June 2011 in “Lupus” Gender affects the symptoms and severity of systemic lupus erythematosus.
60 citations
,
September 2001 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
59 citations
,
July 2023 in “PLoS ONE” Metabolic syndrome is common in African populations, needing urgent prevention and treatment.
59 citations
,
October 2020 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” Men have higher COVID-19 mortality rates than women due to biological and lifestyle factors.
58 citations
,
December 2020 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” The conclusion is that individual differences in COVID-19 severity are influenced by factors like age, sex, race, and genetics, which are important for personalized medicine.
58 citations
,
January 2003 in “Thrombosis and Haemostasis” Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.
57 citations
,
November 1987 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
54 citations
,
May 2015 in “Endocrinology” Manipulating 5α-reductase type 2 can affect liver fat production and glucocorticoid effects.
53 citations
,
December 2012 in “Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical” Dengue symptoms and liver issues can persist for over two months, especially in men.