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July 2024 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” Astaxanthin may reduce inflammation in women with PCOS, but doesn't significantly improve symptoms.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Particulate matter causes inflammation in hair cells, potentially harming hair growth.
1 citations
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January 2026 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” LC-OCT can help diagnose different types of scarring alopecia.
June 1995 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics” Long-term use of oral contraceptives, especially starting before age 20, may increase the risk of early-onset breast cancer.
March 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” February 2022 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Retinoic acid reduces cell damage from oxidative stress.
April 2025 in “Experimental Eye Research” The Oat mouse model shows mild retinal degeneration, useful for testing treatments.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” Uveal melanoma is hard to treat when it spreads, but a new drug, tebentafusp, helps patients live longer.
9 citations
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August 2024 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil does not increase pericardial effusions in alopecia patients.
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April 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Dracorhodin perchlorate helps heal wounds in diabetic rats by reducing inflammation.
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April 2023 in “The Ocular Surface”
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January 2017 in “Acta Endocrinologica” High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.
January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery successfully treated a hidden ovarian tumor causing hair loss and excess hair growth in a postmenopausal woman.
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July 2014 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” The length of CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene is linked to ovarian reserve but does not affect how the ovaries respond to stimulation.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Human hair follicles have a scent receptor that can influence hair growth.
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October 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Adjusting laser settings improved hair transplant results in Oriental patients.
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March 2023 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
December 2013 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” A woman's excessive hair growth and high testosterone were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, which was successfully treated with surgery.
January 2007 in “xPharm: The Comprehensive Pharmacology Reference” 24 citations
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November 2015 in “Frontiers in Genetics” Nitroxide drugs can safely and effectively treat age-related diseases like macular degeneration and cardiovascular issues.
August 2025 in “Endokrynologia Polska” 28 citations
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November 2018 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” ODC1 gene mutations cause a neurodevelopmental disorder with large head size, hair loss, and facial abnormalities.
March 2025 in “JAAD International” Alopecia areata is rare in organ transplant patients and may be linked to the drug tacrolimus.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil can cause serious side effects like heart issues, so use the lowest effective dose.
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April 2000 in “Experimental dermatology” ODC transgenic mice can model human hair loss with skin lesions.
January 2026 in “Behavioral Sciences” Negative illness perceptions increase emotional distress, worsening OCD symptoms in alopecia areata patients.
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October 2025 in “F1000Research” Postmenopausal women with excess male hormones may have ovarian tumors, and surgery usually cures them.
September 2024 in “Medicina” Certain gene variations may protect against skin issues and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.