research Mechanical Upper Bowel Obstruction Caused by a Large Trichobezoar in a Young Woman: A Very Unusual Case Report
A young woman had surgery to remove a large hairball that blocked her intestines and then got psychiatric help.
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research Acanthosis Nigricans in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Acanthosis nigricans in teenage girls with PCOS is a sign of obesity, not insulin resistance or glucose intolerance.
research Use of Metformin Versus Chromium Picolinate in the Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Chromium picolinate was better tolerated than metformin for PCOS with fewer side effects.
research Attitude and Practice Regarding the Use of Multivitamins for Hair Fall: Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia
Many people in Saudi Arabia use multivitamins for hair loss, often without medical advice, and while some report improvements, more research is needed on their effectiveness and safe use.
research Drug Therapy in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Low-dose flutamide-metformin therapy effectively improved PCOS symptoms in adolescent girls.
research Is Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? Analysis of 907 Patients
Hair loss is linked to higher prostate-specific antigen levels and urinary symptoms, likely due to age.
research Comorbidities in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
People with early-onset hair loss (AGA) have a higher risk of heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and prostate enlargement.
research Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Augmented Full-Thickness Free Skin Grafting in Cats: Outcome in 10 Grafts Transferred to Six Cats
Negative pressure wound therapy is effective for skin grafts in cats.
research Treatment of Lipodystrophy with Troglitazone
Troglitazone increases subcutaneous fat in lipodystrophy patients.
research A Unique Presentation of Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor Causing Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Surgical removal of a rare ovarian tumor improved symptoms and hormone levels in a postmenopausal woman.
research An Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Undetected by Ultrasound in a Postmenopausal Woman with Hirsutism and Hyperandrogenism
A postmenopausal woman's hirsutism and high testosterone levels improved after surgery for an ovarian tumor not seen on ultrasound.
research Is This a Case of Androgen-Secreting Endometrial Cancer in a Postmenopausal Woman?
The document concludes that doctors should thoroughly check postmenopausal women with sudden increased male traits for rare conditions like androgen-producing endometrial cancer.
research Chemical Gastroenterocolitis After Root Canal Therapy - A Case Report
A man had severe stomach issues after a dental treatment with Formacresol, which improved with a different medication.
research Hair Loss and Polyposis in Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome
Prednisone treatment helped a woman with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome recover from hair loss and digestive issues.
research A Rare Case of Ovarian Teratoma in a 15-Year-Old Labrador Bitch
A 15-year-old female labrador had a large ovarian tumor removed.
research A Case of Feline Paraneoplastic Alopecia with Secondary Malassezia-Associated Dermatitis
Malassezia-associated dermatitis can cause itching in cats with feline paraneoplastic alopecia.
research Chronic Administration of Minoxidil Protects Elastic Fibers and Stimulates Their Neosynthesis with Improvement of the Aorta Mechanics in Mice
Minoxidil helps protect and rebuild elastic fibers in arteries, improving artery function, especially in older females.
research Development Studies of Cuticle Drugs from Natural Resources: Effects of Crude Drug Extracts on Hair Growth in Mice
The study investigated the effects of 50% ethanol extracts from 14 crude drugs on hair regrowth in mice with removed abdominal hair. It found that extracts from Polygonum multiflorum (I), Drynaria fortunei (II), Panax japonicum (VII), and Swertia japonica (XI) promoted hair regrowth in normal mice. Additionally, extracts I and VII were effective in mice pretreated with a high butter diet. These findings suggested that extracts I and VII could be used as hair tonics to promote hair regrowth.
research Ovarian Hemangioma: A Rare Entity
Ovarian hemangioma is a rare, benign tumor that can be treated effectively with surgical removal.
research Feminizing Adrenocortical Carcinoma Without Gynecomastia
A man with a rare adrenal cancer showed unusual symptoms and died four months after diagnosis.
research Acute Pancreatitis: An Unusual Presentation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial for managing SLE-related pancreatitis in children.
research Female Progressive Scalp Hair Loss Associated with Ovarian Thecoma
A woman's hair loss was linked to a rare hormone-secreting ovarian tumor, treated with surgery and hair loss medication.
research Visual Diagnosis: A 17-Year-Old Girl with Crohn Disease
A girl with Crohn's disease had a hairball causing bowel obstruction, which was removed, and she recovered well.
research Thallium Poisoning: Diagnosis May Be Elusive But Alopecia Is The Clue
Alopecia is a key indicator of thallium poisoning.
research Thallium Poisoning
Thallium poisoning from contaminated tortillas caused severe symptoms and was mostly fatal or led to long-term health issues.
research Haff Disease Associated With The Ingestion Of The Freshwater Fish Mylossoma Duriventre (Pacu-Manteiga)
Eating pacu-manteiga fish can cause Haff disease, leading to severe muscle damage.
research Atypical Post-Finasteride Syndrome: A Pharmacological Riddle
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause severe, lasting side effects.
research Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome Diagnosis in the Absence of Gastrointestinal Polyps
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome can be diagnosed without gastrointestinal polyps if there is severe mucosal atrophy and edema.
research Hepatic Steatosis and Acute Liver Injury in Chronic Arsenic Exposure
This document presents a case of a 29-year-old woman with chronic arsenic exposure leading to hepatic steatosis and acute liver injury. The patient exhibited symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and a range of neurological and systemic issues, including polyneuropathy and encephalopathy. Despite initial negative tests for heavy metals, elevated arsenic levels were found in hair and nail samples. The case highlights the association between arsenic toxicity and liver conditions like non-cirrhotic portal fibrosis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, emphasizing the importance of recognizing metal toxicity in liver injury diagnosis and management.
research Chemical Gastroenterocolitis After Dental Root Canal Therapy With Camphorated and Mentholated Chlorophenol
Using camphorated and mentholated chlorophenol in dental treatments can lead to severe gastrointestinal issues and hair and nail loss.