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January 2017 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” Sardinians were historically short due to a mix of genetics and factors like disease and poor nutrition, but recent height increases suggest better living conditions had a bigger impact.
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July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Case Reports” GAPO syndrome causes growth issues, hair loss, missing teeth, and vision problems.
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December 2018 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Human hair shows promise for non-invasive medical testing, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Treatments for hair loss include hormone modifiers, minoxidil, and hair transplant surgery.
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April 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
June 2023 in “Indian Journal of Canine Practice” The cat fully recovered from skin issues after treatment with medication and shampoo.
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January 2013 in “Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences” Women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease, especially if they have metabolic problems.
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May 2001 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” A rare benign skin tumor showed unusual features of sebaceous and sweat glands, important for correct diagnosis.
March 2026 in “Journal of Community Genetics” Stigma against people with albinism in Africa harms their health, education, and safety, and needs to be addressed with awareness and better healthcare.
August 2009 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment for the health of the mother and baby.
February 2018 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male pattern hair loss may have evolved to promote younger fathers for offspring health and survival, encouraging monogamy and paternal nurturing.
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
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March 2018 in “Fertility and Sterility” Women with PCOS who had antiandrogenic treatment before pregnancy had fewer complications than those without treatment.
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March 2014 in “Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” Metformin helps regulate menstrual cycles, induce ovulation, and improve pregnancy outcomes in women with PCOS.
January 2023 in “Pediatric Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism” Isolated pubic hair in infants is usually harmless and resolves on its own.
November 2018 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research” PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
June 2008 in “CRC Press eBooks” PCOS may have evolved as an advantage in past environments with food scarcity.
January 1983 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Beta-blockers and anti-anginal medications have various side effects and interactions that require careful monitoring and individualized treatment.
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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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February 2011 in “Nature Reviews Genetics” DNA profiling in forensics has improved, but predicting physical traits and ancestry from DNA has limitations and requires ethical consideration.
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July 2020 in “Applied Water Science” Water near Abakaliki mines has high toxic metal levels, posing health risks.
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April 2016 in “The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology” Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.
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August 2002 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” Latanoprost can make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker.
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August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
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July 2006 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
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March 2014 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipids” Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.
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July 1979 in “Lancet” Biotin treatment can significantly improve hair loss and motor functions in certain metabolic disorders.
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December 2005 in “Biomedical Papers” Hair analysis can detect drug use but requires careful interpretation due to its complexity.
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November 2006 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes and eyebrows due to various health issues and requires thorough examination to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.
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May 2021 in “Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology/Journal of exposure science and environmental epidemiology” Common Black hair care products may affect hormone levels and potentially impact health, especially in reproductive and metabolic areas.