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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” A combination of methotrexate injections and CO2 laser treatment led to complete hair regrowth in two patients with hard-to-treat alopecia.
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July 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Some Moroccan medicinal plants may contain compounds that can inhibit the virus causing COVID-19.
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February 2022 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.
December 2023 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” A new topical treatment for hair loss shows strong hair growth effects with low toxicity.
July 2008 in “Journal of the Islamic Medical Association of North America” The document's content cannot be summarized because it is not accessible or understandable.
January 2022 in “Drugs of Today” December 2012 in “http://isrctn.org/>” January 2005 in “JAPANESE JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS” January 2012 in “Sichuan Medical Journal” 2% minoxidil effectively increases hair count in women with androgenetic alopecia without severe side effects.
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April 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Type 2 diabetes, bacterial scalp infections, and tight hairstyles like braids and weaves are linked to a higher risk of a scarring hair loss condition in African American women.
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July 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Using 2.5 mg/mL triamcinolone acetonide is effective for hair growth in alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
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January 2007 in “PubMed” Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
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October 2004 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” The diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) requires a detailed patient history, ultrasound scanning, hormone level checks, and assessments of ovulation, obesity, and insulin resistance. It's a variable condition that needs individualized management and is a significant risk factor for type 2 diabetes.
18 citations,
December 2006 in “Clinical dysmorphology” A 2-year-old boy with a rare brain malformation may have Gomez–López-Hernández syndrome.
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October 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Vitiligo patients should be routinely screened for thyroid disease and, if extensive or prolonged, also for RA, PA, and type 2 diabetes.
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December 2005 in “PubMed” Some men with early hair loss may have similar hormonal changes to women with Polycystic ovary syndrome, and could be at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with Alopecia Areata are more likely to have certain health issues like ulcerative colitis and type 1 diabetes, but less likely to have others like hypertension and type 2 diabetes.
February 2022 in “Endocrine connections” People with reproductive, thyroid disorders, and type 2 diabetes can experience voice changes, but more research is needed to understand this better.
February 2021 in “PubMed” A 2-year-old girl had a hair disorder not shared by her identical twin.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Y27632 increases cell growth through EGFR signaling, not ROCK1/2.
The 2% minoxidil cream is stable, spreads well on the skin, and helps with hair growth.
September 2014 in “Daehan miyong hakoeji” Adding 2% glycerin or hyaluronic acid to permanent wave treatments reduces hair damage, with hyaluronic acid being more effective.
The 2% spironolactone cream did not reduce hair growth in women with facial hirsutism.
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