34 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair growth slows and shedding increases after childbirth, but most women don't experience excessive hair loss.
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August 2015 in “Acta Scientiarum Biological Sciences” Neem extract is safe for pregnant or lactating rats at tested doses.
Oral contraceptives may cause significant hair loss in women.
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April 2013 in “Animal Production Science” Altering maternal cortisol during pregnancy can improve wool growth in Merino sheep.
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August 2022 in “Case Reports” A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone, hair loss, and missed periods, but surgery fixed these issues and led to pregnancy.
Skin changes throughout life, from development before birth to aging effects like wrinkles, influenced by both genetics and environment.
May 2015 in “Evidence Based Women Health Journal (Online)” Inositol was more effective than metformin in improving menstrual cycles and pregnancy rates in PCOS patients.
Hair hormone levels can indicate stress after a medically indicated abortion.
February 2024 in “Endocrinology and Disorders” Balanced hormones are crucial for women's health, and can be managed with lifestyle changes or hormone therapy if needed.
36 citations
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November 1995 in “Clinical endocrinology” Low-dose flutamide helps reduce excessive hair growth and is even more effective with birth control, without bad effects on blood fats.
16 citations
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August 1967 in “JAMA” Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.
7 citations
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October 2015 in “American Journal of Primatology” Monkeys with hair loss during pregnancy showed higher stress hormone levels and invested differently in their offspring.
20 citations
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April 2012 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride causes lasting fertility decrease in rats.
23 citations
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October 1971 in “BMJ” Stopping the pill and giving birth both caused hair loss.
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April 2004 in “Lancet Oncology” Chemotherapy in the first trimester of pregnancy is risky, but in the second and third trimesters, it's generally safe with careful drug selection and timing.
April 2011 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Hair cortisol is a reliable long-term stress marker during pregnancy.
June 2020 in “Authorea (Authorea)” First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.
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October 1971 in “The BMJ” The document suggests that hair loss after stopping birth control may be similar to post-pregnancy hair loss and could recur with future pregnancies.
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October 1972 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Women with thinning hair have thinner hair strands than women without hair loss.
4 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Negative pressure fractional microneedle radiofrequency effectively and safely reduces periorbital aging signs.
January 2024 in “Deleted Journal” Most mothers who get postpartum care are healthy during the postpartum period.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Acne can appear or persist in adulthood due to hormonal changes, external factors, or substance use, and requires appropriate treatment.
5 citations
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October 2018 in “Sains Malaysiana” Testosterone reduces key molecules needed for early pregnancy in rats.
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February 2018 in “Stroke” Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.
34 citations
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June 2010 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood” Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.
January 2015 in “Endocrine updates” Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.
40 citations
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April 2014 in “Genes & Development” Hormones during pregnancy and lactation keep skin stem cells inactive, preventing hair growth.
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January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” The document concludes that specific itchy skin diseases during pregnancy have varying fetal risks and treatments, including corticosteroids and other medications.
June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” After chemotherapy for a gestational trophoblastic tumor, normal pregnancy rates are possible, but there's a slightly higher risk of the tumor reoccurring in future pregnancies.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Reproductive Health” Educational efforts can reduce harmful chemical exposure from hair products in pregnant Women of Color.