TLDR Optical coherent tomography can effectively detect steroid use by analyzing hair changes.
The study utilized optical coherent tomography to analyze changes in hair structure during steroid treatment for patients with autoimmune diseases. It found significant differences in hair cross-section, though the hair shape remained unchanged. This non-invasive, low-cost method proved effective for doping control, allowing only athletes with abnormal hair parameters to undergo further testing. The findings were relevant not only for doping detection but also for clinical applications, such as monitoring therapy and compliance when substances affect hair structure.
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November 2007 in “Journal of toxicology and environmental health. Part B, Critical reviews” Copper and zinc in hair can indicate health conditions.
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October 2007 in “Experimental Dermatology” L-Carnitine-L-tartrate may help hair grow and prevent hair loss.
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February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research” Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
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March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that understanding hair follicle biology can lead to better hair loss treatments.
Baldness is often hereditary and linked to male hormones, becoming noticeable when half the hair is lost.
Some treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and surgery can help with hereditary hair loss.
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January 2009 in “Dermatology” Healthy women tend to lose more hair in July and April, and the least in February.
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April 2006 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study concluded that a special imaging technique showed women with hair loss have slower hair growth and a faulty hair replacement cycle.
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September 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
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January 1994 in “McGraw-Hill eBooks” Many hair loss conditions can be treated.
