October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone in a postmenopausal woman, resolved by surgery.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” An ovarian tumor caused a woman's male-like symptoms, which improved after surgery.
May 2016 in “Endocrine Abstracts” The removal of the adrenal tumor improved the patient's symptoms and reduced androgen levels, indicating successful surgery.
March 2015 in “Oncology Times” Extending androgen suppression before radiotherapy offers no extra survival benefit for intermediate-risk prostate cancer.
October 2014 in “Cancer research” Blocking mTORC1 reduces skin tumor growth in mice.
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June 2009 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.
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August 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Methotrexate treats various disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis, but careful monitoring is needed to avoid toxicity and manage side effects.
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November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.
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March 2007 in “Pediatric pulmonology” Inhaled steroids in children may cause excessive hair growth and not always go away after stopping the medication.
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December 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Anabolic steroids harm the heart, liver, hormones, muscles, and mental health.
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November 1996 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.
December 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Chrousos Syndrome is caused by mutations that make the body less sensitive to glucocorticoids, leading to various symptoms and requiring high-dose treatment.
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December 2016 in “Pharmaceuticals” TRP channels in the skin are important for sensation and health, and targeting them could help treat skin disorders.
April 2024 in “Frontiers in pharmacology” Cynoglossum amabile has medicinal potential but poses safety concerns due to liver toxicity.
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March 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” Treg dysfunction is linked to various autoimmune skin diseases, and understanding Treg properties is key for new treatments.
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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.
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September 2010 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Transplant patients on immunosuppressive medications have a higher risk of skin cancer, and managing this involves balancing medication with cancer risk.
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July 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Cholesterol-modified siRNAs targeting certain genes increased hair growth in mice.
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March 2000 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” As skin cells mature, vitamin D receptor levels decrease while retinoid X receptor α levels increase.
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January 2022 in “BioMed Research International” LED light therapy at 863 nm wavelength can slow down skin tumor growth and reduce inflammation in mice.
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August 2021 in “Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy” Metformin, a diabetes drug, may help prevent and treat various cancers, but more research is needed.
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August 2012 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” The document concludes that understanding the sebaceous gland's development and function is key to addressing related skin diseases and aging effects.
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August 2011 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Lack of vitamin D receptor increases skin tumor risk by boosting hedgehog signaling.
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September 2013 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Keratin 15 is not a reliable sole marker for identifying epidermal stem cells because it's found in various cell types.
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April 2008 in “Organogenesis” Wnt signaling is crucial for skin and hair development and its disruption can cause skin tumors.
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September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology” The document concludes that Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia requires personalized treatment plans to manage symptoms and fertility, with glucocorticoids being a common therapy.
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April 2013 in “Steroids” Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common disorder causing symptoms like acne and infertility, and it's managed based on symptoms, not just test results. Treatment can improve fertility and reduce miscarriage risk.
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December 2011 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Keratin 17 is modified by RSK1 in response to growth and stress, affecting skin growth and stress response.