research Biochemical Testing of the Thyroid: TSH Is the Best and Often Only Test Needed – A Review for Primary Care
TSH is usually the only test needed to check thyroid function in primary care.
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30 / 1000+ results research The Impact of Levothyroxine on Thyroid Autoimmunity and Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Thyroid Axis Activity in Men with Autoimmune Hypothyroidism and Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Levothyroxine is less effective in men with early-onset male-pattern baldness.
research Alopecia: Association with Resistance to Thyroid Hormones
A specific thyroid hormone resistance mutation may be linked to different types of hair loss.
research Lugol's Solution-Induced Painless Thyroiditis
Lugol's solution can cause thyroid problems if used long-term for non-approved reasons.
research CME Examination for February 2010 Issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
The document provided instructions for completing a CME exam on diagnosing and managing hair loss.
research Cardiovascular Risk Markers and Thyroid Status in Young Indian Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Case-Control Study
Young Indian women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart disease, not linked to thyroid function but to higher levels of certain fats and homocysteine.
research The Impact of Exogenous Vitamin D on Thyroid Autoimmunity in Euthyroid Men with Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Early-Onset Androgenic Alopecia
Vitamin D may help reduce antibody levels in men with autoimmune thyroiditis and early-onset androgenic alopecia, but has no significant impact on thyroid function.
research The Biology of Hair Growth
Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
research Hormonal Regulation of Hair Follicles Exhibits a Biological Paradox
Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
research Factors Associated With Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Scoping Review
Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
research Adult-Onset Hair Loss in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: A Clinical and Histological Study
Chesapeake Bay retrievers' hair loss is likely a breed-specific, hereditary condition linked to abnormal steroid levels and distinct skin changes.
research Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type 1: A Case Report from Bangladesh
A rare endocrine disorder, APS 1, was diagnosed in a 26-year-old man in Bangladesh.
research Androgens and Hair Growth
Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.
research Steroids And Steroid-Like Compounds
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
research Lab Quality Management and Methodology
Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
research Clinical Review of Ejaculatory Dysfunction
The review suggests new ways to classify ejaculation problems and recommends different treatments based on the type of issue.
research Androgens in Women: Critical Evaluation of Methods for Their Determination in Diagnosing Endocrine Disorders
The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.
research Quantitative Estimation of Hair Growth: Androgenetic Alopecia in Women and the Effect of Minoxidil
Minoxidil promotes hair growth in women with early-stage alopecia.
research Hypertensive Crisis Associated with St. John’s Wort
St. John's Wort can cause dangerous high blood pressure if taken with certain foods.
research How Biotin Induces Misleading Results in Thyroid Bioassays: Case Series
Taking biotin supplements can cause incorrect thyroid test results, leading to wrong diagnoses.
research 28-Year-Old Woman with Hyperprolactinemia and Its Relationship to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating hyperprolactinemia can help manage PCOS symptoms.
research The Difficulty of Finding Healthy Volunteers
Most people who volunteered for a health study had medical issues, showing the need for careful screening before trials.
research The Clinical Evaluation of Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
research New Pattern Hair Loss in Young Turkish Women: What's Wrong in Their Daily Life?
Frequent use of hair straighteners can cause hair loss similar to scarring alopecia in young Turkish women.
research Topical Immunotherapy of Severe Alopecia Areata with Diphenylcyclopropenone: Experience in an Iranian Population
DPCP is effective for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapse is common.
research Case Report: A Deletion Variant in the DCAF17 Gene Underlying Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome in a Chinese Consanguineous Family
A genetic mutation in the DCAF17 gene caused Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in a Chinese patient from a related family.
research Serum-Free Culture of Wool Follicles: Effects of Nutrients, Growth Factors, and Hormones
Wool follicles grew fibres for 8-10 days in a serum-free culture, influenced by calcium, glucose, amino acids, and insulin.
research Thyroid Hormone Receptor β1 Is Expressed in the Human Hair Follicle
Thyroid hormone receptor β1 is found in human hair follicles and helps them survive.
research Does Insulin Resistance Increase Thyroid Volume in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Insulin resistance is linked to larger thyroid volume in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.