May 2011 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” Breast cancer survivors may have a higher risk of falls, tamoxifen could prevent breast cancer and deaths, new guidelines urge caution with prostate cancer therapy, and early balding in men may indicate a higher prostate cancer risk.
October 2010 in “EUR Research Repository (Erasmus University Rotterdam)” This case report describes the successful treatment of scedosporiosis-induced cellulitis with voriconazole and intermittent pneumatic compression in a 72-year-old Portuguese woman.
December 2023 in “University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)” This case report discusses a 9-year-old boy diagnosed with uncombable hair syndrome, a rare hair shaft anomaly characterized by blond, frizzy, and unruly hair. The diagnosis was prompted by the boy's mother, who suspected the condition after reading a medical paper on hair shaft anomalies. Molecular genetics confirmed the diagnosis. The report highlights the role of digital access in raising awareness of rare conditions among patients and their families.
December 2005 in “Journal of Marine Fisheries” This review discusses the causes and patterns of telogen effluvium and reports no new clinical findings; it highlights spontaneous recovery in many cases despite severe hair loss.
December 2005 in “Journal of Marine Fisheries” This article reviews telogen effluvium, including its causes, presentation, and prognosis, and concludes that while chronic cases may be severe, spontaneous recovery can often occur after many years.
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July 2023 in “The Neuroscience Journal of Shefaye Khatam” In this review, the authors summarized the neuroprotective role of water- and fat-soluble vitamins in neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting their potential preventive and therapeutic effects through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties while acknowledging some studies question their preventive influence.
This review suggests that the inner root sheath of human hair follicles may have broader regulatory roles beyond structural support, potentially impacting processes like folliculogenesis, anagen phase regulation, and immunomodulation.
November 2020 in “Reactions Weekly” Finasteride can cause lasting erectile dysfunction, low libido, and depression in some patients.
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September 1998 in “Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety” This study observed very high thallium levels in small mammals near a zinc smelter in Poland, accompanied by severe population and health impacts.
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January 2020 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Testosterone may both worsen and protect against COVID-19 effects in men.
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January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” This case report describes how a 68-year-old woman's hyperandrogenic symptoms improved and testosterone levels normalized after the surgical removal of an occult Leydig cell tumour.
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January 2025 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” This study suggests that sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors, alone or with metformin or GLP1RA, may improve metabolic and hormonal parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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January 2008 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Generalized glucocorticoid resistance causes hormone imbalances and varied symptoms due to gene mutations.
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May 2007 in “Emergency medicine news” This article discusses thallium poisoning and its diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options, emphasizing the need for awareness due to its misleading symptoms and potential for misdiagnosis.
January 2023 in “European endocrinology” This review explores the association between alopecia and thyroid autoimmune disease, also highlighting a linked increased risk of thyroid cancer, but presents no new clinical findings.
January 2021 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Surgery successfully treated a hidden ovarian tumor causing hair loss and excess hair growth in a postmenopausal woman.
November 2025 in “Emergency Medicine News” In this discussion, Dr. Jailyn Avila emphasizes the importance of understanding transgender identities and implementing inclusive practices, like using correct pronouns, to improve emergency care for transgender patients, who often avoid healthcare due to fears of discrimination.
January 2020 in “Emergency Medicine News” This article discusses the clinical features, diagnosis, and management of acute radiation syndrome, using a case of a boy exposed to radioactive material in the desert, but reports no new research findings.
October 2018 in “Emergency medicine news” This case report describes a 65-year-old man diagnosed with atraumatic splenic rupture, which is rare and can occur without trauma, following sudden-onset left-sided abdominal pain.
September 2014 in “Emergency Medicine News” This case report describes the diagnosis of pseudoporphyria in a hemodialysis patient, highlighting the importance of discontinuing causative medications and advising patients on sun protection to manage this photosensitive condition.
April 2014 in “Emergency Medicine News” This case report highlights the diagnostic challenges of thyroid storm, emphasizing the importance of a thorough history and review of systems to differentiate it from other conditions.
August 2013 in “Emergency Medicine News” This article discusses the challenges and realities of a long-term career in emergency medicine, encouraging residents to consider diverse skills and career paths to sustain enthusiasm and adaptability over decades.
September 2012 in “Emergency medicine news” This article reviews the therapeutic potential and challenges of using manuka honey for various health conditions, including its possible advantages over regular honey, but does not present new clinical findings.
February 2010 in “Emergency Medicine News” This case report describes a 36-year-old African American woman with discoid lupus resulting in skin lesions, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach in managing cutaneous and systemic lupus symptoms.
June 2007 in “Emergency medicine news” This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of thallium poisoning, with no new clinical results reported; the authors emphasize the importance of early suspicion for effective intervention.
September 2001 in “Emergency Medicine News” This review discusses the use of different biological samples, including hair, for drug testing and highlights the complexities and considerations involved in interpreting results; it reports no new findings.
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June 2006 in “International Journal of Gynecological Pathology” This study reports that in a case of benign Brenner tumor, elevated androgens may originate from luteinized stromal cells, as these cells do not convert androgen to estrogen due to suppressed aromatase biosynthesis.
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May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” This study found that increased PSA levels in women with hyperandrogenism may serve as a diagnostic marker, comparable to free testosterone levels.
February 2016 in “Evidence Based Women Health Journal (Online)” This study observed that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome had higher serum SRAGE levels compared to controls, but the difference was not statistically significant.
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November 2006 in “E-journal of Chemistry” This study developed a rapid and sensitive HPLC method for measuring finasteride in bulk and tablet forms, showing high precision and accuracy compared to the official method.