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research The Population Dynamics of Cancer: A Darwinian Perspective
Cancer development is like natural selection, involving mutated cells and environmental factors.
research Comparative Evaluation of Biomarkers of Inflammation Among Indian Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Consuming Vegetarian vs. Non-Vegetarian Diet
Vegetarian Indian women with PCOS have higher inflammation levels than non-vegetarians.
research Stroke Risk Factors Unique to Women
Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.
research Telomere Dynamics and Telomerase in the Biology of Hair Follicles and Their Stem Cells as a Model for Aging Research
Hair follicle studies suggest that maintaining telomere length could help treat hair loss and graying, but it's uncertain if mouse results apply to humans.
research Risks of Skin, Hair, and Nail Supplements
Some skin, hair, and nail supplements can be toxic, interact with medications, affect lab tests, and may increase cancer risk.
research Testosterone, Dihydrotestosterone, and Incident Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality in the Cardiovascular Health Study
DHT may increase the risk of heart disease and death in elderly men.
research Effect of Diurnal Blood Pressure on Endothelial Functions in Essential Hypertensive Patients
Blood pressure that doesn't drop at night is linked to worse blood vessel function in people with high blood pressure.
research New Populations with Increased Cardiovascular Risk: Cardiovascular Disease in Dermatological Conditions
Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, but are not yet included in cardiovascular prevention guidelines.
research K ATP Channels and Cardiovascular Disease
K_ATP channel gene mutations are linked to heart diseases, but more research is needed to understand the connection and treatment potential.
research Elevated Fasting Insulin Is Associated With Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High fasting insulin levels in women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.
research Love Is in the Hair: Arginine Methylation of Human Hair Proteins as Novel Cardiovascular Biomarkers
Human hair protein modifications could potentially indicate heart disease risk.
research Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Selected Cutaneous Diseases
Skin diseases like psoriasis, lupus, and others can increase heart disease risk due to factors like chronic inflammation and genetic susceptibility.
research Higher Prevalence of Clinical Cardiovascular Comorbidities in Postmenopausal Women with Self-Reported Premenopausal Hirsutism and/or Oligo-Amenorrhea
Postmenopausal women with past hirsutism or irregular periods have more heart and lung diseases.
research Metabolic and Functional Alterations Associated with COVID-19
Lower LDL-c levels predict higher COVID-19 mortality.
research Climacteric Commentaries
Long-term estrogen therapy in postmenopausal women can improve certain health markers, hair loss is common regardless of hormone use, stopping estrogen doesn't increase breast cancer risk, smoking does, and a balanced BMI is linked to lower mortality.
research Metabolic Syndrome in Greek Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Associations with Body Mass Index. A Prospective Controlled Study
Greek women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and are more likely to be overweight compared to healthy controls.
research Gynecological and Dermatological Aspects of Diagnostics of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome from Puberty to Menopause
PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Insulin Resistance and the Long-Term Consequences of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance in women with PCOS can lead to serious health issues, but lifestyle changes and certain medications can help manage symptoms.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy for Transgender Men
Testosterone therapy seems safe and effective for transgender men with proper care, but more long-term research is needed.
research Maternal Androgen Excess Induces Cardiac Hypertrophy and Left Ventricular Dysfunction in Female Mice Offspring
High levels of male hormones in pregnant mice cause heart enlargement and poor heart function in their female babies.
research Alopecia Areata Is Associated With Increased Expression of Heart Disease Biomarker Cardiac Troponin I
People with alopecia areata have higher levels of a heart disease marker than those without hair loss.
research Recognizing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews - Issue 8 2012
The issue included new and updated reviews on various health interventions, with significant findings on weight loss, psychological therapies, cancer treatment, and more.
research Non-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome–Related Endocrine Disorders Associated with Hirsutism
Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.
research Pharmacotherapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Update
New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
research Alopecia and the Metabolic Syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
research Cushing's Syndrome Reflected in the Skin
Skin symptoms like fragile skin and easy bruising can indicate Cushing's syndrome, which requires early diagnosis and treatment to prevent serious health issues.
research Targets to Treat Androgen Excess in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.