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October 1995 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.
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January 2019 Acne is a common skin condition that can be influenced by diet, lifestyle, and hormones, and requires a treatment approach that includes psychological considerations.
January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.
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January 2017 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Ashwagandha root improved symptoms of nonclassic 11-hydroxylase deficiency in an elderly woman.
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July 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
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February 2016 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research” Blood tests are needed to confirm high male hormone levels in women with PCOS, as physical signs alone are not reliable.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove an adrenal tumor.
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48 citations,
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