April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that inpatient dermatology consultations at a large tertiary care center led to treatment changes in 81.9% of cases, particularly improving management of complex cutaneous conditions associated with systemic diseases.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, the HairCheck device was reported to accurately assess changes in hair density and diameter, suggesting its usefulness in monitoring alopecia progression and treatment response.
10 citations
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July 2021 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” This review summarizes evidence indicating that body image issues in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should be addressed with the same importance as physical symptoms like pain and disability.
38 citations
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January 2011 in “Endocrine Journal” This study found that serum vaspin levels were elevated in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to controls, but treatment with metformin or weight loss did not significantly change these levels.
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December 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, individuals with body-focused repetitive behaviors reported increased symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the psychological impact of pandemic-related societal changes on this population.
7 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This study found that beard and body hair can be used as additional donor sources for scalp transplants in androgenic alopecia, retaining their original color, curl, and calibre.
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August 2015 in “Journal of dermatology” This letter to the editor reports a case of alopecia universalis occurring alongside minimal change nephrotic syndrome, but it presents no new clinical findings.
August 2025 in “Scire Salutis” In this study, researchers reviewed recent literature to investigate the influence of childhood and adolescent obesity on acne development, noting that excess body fat may contribute to acne through hormonal changes, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction.
April 2024 in “Authorea (Authorea)” This case report describes a patient with chronic renal failure on hemodialysis who experienced hair depigmentation while taking heptaminol, with the condition reversing after discontinuing the medication; the exact mechanism causing the color change is still unclear.
September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, overweight women with polycystic ovarian syndrome who took evening primrose oil for 10 weeks experienced significant reductions in BMI, LDL, and total cholesterol levels, alongside hormonal changes such as decreased LH, FSH, and testosterone levels, and increased estrogen.
September 2023 in “Deleted Journal” This study observed that lifestyle modifications resulting in weight loss improved menstrual irregularity and hormonal balance among infertile obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome, although changes in total testosterone and estrone were not significant.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is mainly caused by enzyme deficiencies, leading to varying symptoms like hormone imbalances and physical changes.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that inpatient dermatology consultations at a large tertiary care center often led to significant treatment changes, especially for complex skin conditions potentially linked to systemic diseases.
January 2003 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” This review discusses the dermatological impacts of hypogonadism in men, including skin thinning, reduced body hair, and skin reactions to testosterone therapy, but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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January 2016 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” In this study, isotretinoin treatment for acne vulgaris significantly increased serum adiponectin and leptin levels but had no significant effect on BMI or ghrelin levels.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences and Research” In this study, both resistance training and aerobic exercise with lifestyle modification were similarly effective for managing PCOS symptoms, but resistance training showed more significant benefits for BMI and menstrual regularity.
36 citations
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November 2016 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” This review examines systemic drugs that can cause changes in hair color and emphasizes the importance of reporting these adverse events, but it does not include new clinical outcomes.
6 citations
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January 1967 in “Journal of Small Animal Practice” This study observed that aged dogs exhibit atrophy of the epidermis, appendages, and dermis, along with variable skin changes and increased dermal pigmentation, but lack senile elastosis seen in humans.
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January 2025 in “Poultry Science” In this study, researchers examined skin growth and quality in Pekin ducks from 1 to 6 weeks of age, finding that skin factors like strength and collagen content increased with age and were influenced by gene expressions related to cell proliferation and collagen synthesis.
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January 2018 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” This study presented cases of severe and permanent nail changes resembling lichen planus in patients with chilblain lupus erythematosus, suggesting a unique pattern related to cold exposure rather than typical histopathology findings.
January 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this study, Brazilian postmenopausal women reported that menopause significantly deteriorates the quality of their skin, nails, and hair, negatively affecting self-esteem and quality of life, with a need for better understanding of hormone replacement therapy's dermatological effects.
January 2009 in “Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University” In this study, adolescent male acne patients with normal serum testosterone showed improved outcomes with finasteride plus lifestyle intervention, significantly reducing DHT and free testosterone levels and improving SHBG levels, with minimal adverse effects.
October 1986 in “Inpharma” Spironolactone helps reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism but may cause menstrual irregularities.
6 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This report describes a satisfactory outcome for a patient with extensive baldness when body hair from various areas was transplanted to the scalp, but long-term efficacy remains uncertain.
39 citations
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November 1984 in “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology” Minoxidil lowers blood pressure, increases heart rate, and improves blood flow in dogs.
13 citations
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July 2019 in “Toxicology research” In this study, ethanamizuril was found to cause alopecia, biochemical changes, and organ damage at higher doses in rats, with a no-observed-adverse-effect level of 20 mg/kg over 30 days.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, Jeffi Chao Hui Wu documented physiological transformations from his "Danben Origin" practice, including the natural reversal of conditions like androgenetic alopecia, macular degeneration, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
6 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of health psychology” This study found that women recovering from cancer developed a positive body image by focusing on acceptance and newfound trust in their bodies, despite the trauma of illness.
26 citations
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October 2016 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” In this study, tofacitinib treatment in a male patient with alopecia areata led to significant hair regrowth and improvement in nail dystrophy symptoms, restoring finger function within 10 months.
17 citations
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January 2006 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This study found that topical melatonin and vigorous brushing did not affect hair regrowth in clipped Siberian Huskies, although lumbosacral hairs grew significantly shorter than lateral thigh hairs.