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January 2006 in “Pediatrics” Some diseases can improve the outcomes of other diseases, leading to new treatment possibilities.
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January 2017 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Finasteride and dutasteride can cause sexual problems like impotence and low libido.
21 citations,
June 2022 in “Molecules” Perilla frutescens, an East Asian plant, contains 400 bioactive compounds that have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and anticancer effects, and can treat conditions like diabetes, skin allergies, and neurological disorders.
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March 2018 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may help stabilize or slow down hair loss in some frontal fibrosing alopecia patients, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
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August 2017 in “Journal of veterinary internal medicine” Combining amino acid and stem cell therapy may help manage hepatocutaneous syndrome in dogs.
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Hair and serum levels of zinc, copper, and iron are similar in people with alopecia areata and healthy individuals.
21 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Laser hair removal is popular for long-term hair reduction but carries risks, requiring well-trained operators and better regulations, especially in South Africa.
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November 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Telogen is an active phase with important biological processes, not a resting phase.
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21 citations,
May 2022 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Hair growth and health are influenced by factors like age, environment, and nutrition, and are controlled by various molecular pathways. Red light can promote hair growth, and understanding these processes can help treat hair-related diseases.
21 citations,
April 2019 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” The document concludes that stopping shaving or removing affected hair can alleviate Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB).
21 citations,
January 2019 in “Experimental dermatology” Light therapy using helium-neon lasers can help restore skin color in vitiligo by promoting skin cell growth and movement.
21 citations,
December 2015 in “European journal of cell biology” Tight junctions create a barrier in pig hair follicles that controls what can enter the skin.
21 citations,
January 2000 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Researchers created a new system to classify male baldness, finding six types and a common hairline shape, to improve hair loss treatments.
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July 2019 in “Cardiovascular Research” High levels of male hormones in pregnant mice cause heart enlargement and poor heart function in their female babies.
21 citations,
June 2016 in “PloS one” Zebrafish need MYC and FGF to regenerate inner ear hair cells.
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April 2021 in “ACS omega” Curcumin can be effectively loaded into polystyrene nanoparticles, which are safe for human cells and more biocompatible with curcumin inside.
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December 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicles evolved from oil glands, with hair aiding secretion transport.
21 citations,
January 2022 in “Biomaterials Science” RNA delivery is best for in-body use, while RNP delivery is good for outside-body use. Both methods are expected to greatly impact future treatments.
21 citations,
September 2021 in “Fertility and Sterility” A blood test level of 3.2 ng/mL of Antimüllerian hormone is good for identifying polycystic ovarian morphology in European women aged 25–45.
21 citations,
November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.
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May 2021 in “Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases” COVID-19 might worsen symptoms and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia, possibly due to inflammation and metabolic disturbances in the prostate gland. More research is needed to confirm this.
21 citations,
January 2019 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Low-level laser therapy significantly increases hair density in adults with hair loss, with low-frequency treatment being more effective.
21 citations,
January 2020 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology” Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.
21 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The review highlights the need for more research on transgender dermatology, the role of dermatologists in gender affirmation, and the effects of hormone therapy on skin and hair.
21 citations,
May 2021 in “Patient education and counseling” Managing PCOS is hard because it varies a lot, treatments are limited, and there's a lot of false information online.
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