April 2024 in “JCEM case reports” A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.
122 citations,
April 2020 in “American Journal Of Pathology” Skin aging is a complex process influenced by various factors, leading to wrinkles and sagging, and should be considered a disease due to its health impacts.
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July 2023 in “Frontiers in Aging” Hair follicle stem cells change states with age, affecting hair growth and aging.
2 citations,
February 2021 in “The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology” Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Biomolecules & therapeutics” Polyamidoamine dendrimers can change the strength and direction of electroosmotic flow through the skin, affecting drug delivery.
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February 2024 in “Environmental health perspectives” Exposure to certain metals may worsen attention-related behaviors in adolescents, with stronger effects in females.
May 2024 in “Journal of Fungi” Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.
February 2024 in “Medicina-lithuania” Obesity and bariatric surgery can cause hair thinning and temporary hair loss due to nutritional deficiencies and stress.
2 citations,
November 2017 in “PloS one” Some vitamin D analogs can thicken skin and reduce pore size like a common acne treatment, with one analog also affecting skin growth factors.
4 citations,
July 1992 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Skin surgery has significantly advanced since 1950, with improvements in chemical peels, hair restoration, lasers, and Mohs surgery, and the development of less invasive techniques and specialized training.
47 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Finasteride helps treat hair loss and prostate enlargement by blocking a specific enzyme.
15 citations,
March 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Using specific cleansers and moisturizers with niacinamide improves men's skin hydration and health.
108 citations,
July 2002 in “Molecular and cellular biology” Overexpressing Dsg3 in mice skin causes excessive cell growth and abnormal skin development.
41 citations,
September 2017 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” A special hydrogel helps heal skin without scars and regrows hair.
June 2011 in “CRC Press eBooks” Low-Level Laser Therapy can stimulate healing and cell function, potentially leading to wider medical use.
36 citations,
August 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP with microneedling effectively treats hair loss, and dermoscopy helps evaluate results.
26 citations,
May 2000 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride improves hair growth.
23 citations,
May 2013 in “Virology” HPV16 oncogenes disrupt the normal activity of hair follicle stem cells.
5 citations,
May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.
January 2014 in “S. Karger AG eBooks” Type 2 diabetes in youth is increasing, with high treatment failure rates and more severe than Type 1; certain drugs can lower lipid levels effectively with varying side effects, and apples may benefit heart health like statins but with fewer side effects.
41 citations,
March 2007 in “Journal of dermatological science” Taking L-cystine and vitamin B6 can prevent hair loss caused by smoke in mice.
34 citations,
September 1992 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to know about cosmetics to help patients with skin issues and recommend safe products.
31 citations,
July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery effectively treats hair loss with natural-looking results, using techniques like stem cells and platelet-rich plasma.
January 2005 in “Nihon Yasei Doubutsu Igakkaishi/Japanese journal of zoo and wildlife medicine” Aloe vera gel effectively treated mange in camels.
31 citations,
May 2021 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” APS-1 in Italy shows diverse AIRE mutations and various autoimmune issues.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Vitiligo causes white skin patches and can lead to psychological stress.
May 2024 in “Journal of clinical case studies reviews & reports” A man's health improved after treating his undiagnosed adrenal insufficiency, which caused fatigue and weight loss.
March 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Discoid Lupus Erythematosus causes scalp plaques that can lead to hair loss, and antimalarial drugs are effective treatments.
June 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The treatment combining platelet-rich plasma and a non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound significantly improved hair density and reduced bald areas in women with androgenetic alopecia, and it's safe with only mild side effects.
306 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of cachexia, sarcopenia and muscle” Enobosarm significantly increased muscle mass and improved physical function in elderly men and postmenopausal women without serious side effects.