17 citations
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August 2019 in “Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases” Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” The case shows the importance of quick and thorough evaluation of adrenal tumors to prevent rapid disease progression and poor outcomes.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” A 73-year-old woman with Hypopigmented Mycosis Fungoides, a rare skin lymphoma, experienced disease progression despite treatment, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring.
September 2024 in “The Neurohospitalist” Careful management of chronic hyponatremia is crucial to prevent severe neurological issues.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's severe hirsutism was caused by Leydig cell tumors in her ovaries, which improved after surgery.
2 citations
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July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” Contact immunotherapy can cause vitiligo in patients with autoimmune conditions.
118 citations
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February 2009 in “Fertility and Sterility” Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.
1 citations
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November 2021 in “American Journal of Clinical Pathology” The conclusion is that certain physical signs in the body can indicate past acute and chronic stress, which may help in child abuse investigations.
December 2024 in “NeoReviews” Early diagnosis and management of congenital heart block in mothers with autoimmune conditions are crucial for improving neonatal outcomes.
3 citations
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January 1988 in “PubMed” High prolactin levels can cause skin and hair symptoms similar to those caused by hormone imbalances.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman developed male characteristics after using unregulated hormone therapy.
April 2026 in “Almanac of Clinical Medicine” High-dose glucocorticoid therapy clears skin lesions in pemphigus vulgaris but causes side effects like weight gain and muscle weakness.
A gluten-free diet and removing the parathyroid adenoma helped a girl with coeliac disease and high calcium levels start puberty.
54 citations
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January 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with chronic hair shedding did not progress to permanent hair loss, and one showed improvement with treatment.
October 2022 in “Miscellaneous” A rare, non-cancerous ovarian tumor was successfully treated with surgery, improving the patient's symptoms.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Türk Patoloji Dergisi” Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
February 2024 in “Pediatrics in review” A 15-year-old girl with missed periods was diagnosed with a pituitary disorder and treated with hormones and steroids.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of Gynecologic Surgery” Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.
August 2024 in “Journal of Biomedical Research & Environmental Sciences” Low SHBG levels are linked to negative health outcomes and should be used in assessing and managing health conditions.
9 citations
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November 2014 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” A 15-year-old girl with rare reproductive disorders received hormone therapy to develop secondary sexual traits, but infertility persisted.
March 2025 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” Elevated testosterone, DHEA-S, and FAI help identify PCOS risk in menstrual irregularities.
11 citations
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October 2003 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Doctors often diagnose Cushing's syndrome late, which worsens symptoms; earlier detection is needed.
January 2023 in “DAHUDER Medical Journal” Sudden hair loss might be a symptom of COVID-19.
46 citations
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July 1974 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Low estrogen and high testosterone may cause excessive hair growth in women.
May 2024 in “Endocrine practice” Vitamin A toxicity can cause serious health issues like hypercalcemia and is often overlooked.
16 citations
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July 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The patient was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition, requiring urgent refeeding and monitoring.
Losing weight and eating better are key to managing metabolic syndrome and its related conditions.
May 2025 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Persistent hyperparathyroidism doesn't stop rickets healing or phosphate level normalization in VDDR2A.
April 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most women with excess hair growth had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and severity wasn't linked to hormone levels.
January 2025 in “Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery” Removing the thymoma improved the patient's alopecia areata, suggesting a possible link between the two.