August 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Long-term use of high-dose topical minoxidil can cause thickened, ridged scalp.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, but some believe it may cause persistent symptoms due to psychological factors.
August 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Amino acid supplements may not be necessary for all women with chronic hair loss.
Hair can show daily calcium changes, linked to body calcium levels and influenced by hormones, and can help assess calcium metabolism issues.
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March 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The letter is skeptical about the effectiveness of anti-androgen therapy for COVID-19 and calls for strong evidence from clinical trials.
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October 2022 in “JAAD case reports” Low-dose oral minoxidil can cause serious heart complications.
August 2021 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Children under 10 can experience hair thinning without hormone issues, and it may improve with treatment.
January 2025 in “The Analyst” Calcium oxalate was found in human hair and could help detect certain health conditions.
January 2010 in “JOURNAL of SIBERIAN MEDICAL SCIENCES” Early phosphorus-calcium disorders in children with chronic kidney disease can lead to bone issues, highlighting the need for early bone density testing.
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January 2009 in “Plant cell monographs”