December 2023 in “Research and reports in urology” A young man with high-grade prostate cancer had successful surgery and good recovery, highlighting the need for awareness in younger men.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A boy with a new NR5A1 gene mutation has a sex development disorder without affecting his adrenal glands.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
January 2019 in “Clinical neuropharmacology” A girl's hair-pulling condition improved greatly after she started vitamin D treatment.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Discoid Lupus Erythematosus often causes scarring hair loss, is influenced by genetics and environment, and requires early treatment to prevent worsening.
January 2017 in “International journal of clinical & experimental dermatology” Eating a balanced diet with vitamins, micronutrients, and antioxidants is important for hair health and can help with hair loss.
October 2016 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
January 2016 in “Archivio italiano di urologia, andrologia” The document concludes that the risk of sexual side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors is low and often temporary, but more research is needed on potential permanent effects.
November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Male hair loss is mainly due to thinner hair, not less hair.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document lists various dermatology topics, treatments, and diagnostic methods.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Traditional Indian remedies are used for hair health, but more scientific evidence is needed to prove their safety and effectiveness.
February 2009 in “Springer eBooks” Hyperpigmentation is common in pregnancy and may not fully fade after birth; melasma, also frequent, can persist but has limited treatment options during pregnancy.
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January 2018 in “Bone Research” TGF-β is crucial for tissue repair and can cause diseases if not properly regulated.
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October 2017 in “Translational pediatrics” Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
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November 2010 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” Recognizing oral symptoms can help diagnose and treat blood and nutritional diseases early.
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September 2008 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” Allergic reactions to blood thinners are rare but can be serious, requiring careful management and alternative treatments.
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October 2020 in “Lipids in Health and Disease” Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.
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March 2009 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
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July 2013 in “Acta Clinica Belgica” The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
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August 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” A new mutation in the TMEM173 gene and a risk allele in IFIH1 cause a unique set of immune-related symptoms.
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January 2018 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Diuretics can cause serious side effects and should be used carefully.
January 2023 in “Brazilian Journals Editora eBooks” The document concludes that Passiflora incarnata may help with anxiety, healthcare workers need mental support, common bacteria cause hospital UTIs, telehealth for heart failure needs research, kids' screen time has increased, pregnant teens are mostly okay with their body image, diagnosing post-surgery tuberculosis is hard, older and severely ill people are more likely to have long COVID symptoms, and psychiatrists should be part of pain management teams.
November 2018 in “The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice” Using old drugs for new uses can help treat rare immune deficiencies.
January 2012 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” Up to half of women by age 50 experience significant hair loss, with various types and treatments available.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
September 2015 in “Korean Journal of Clinical Pharmacy” Dutasteride is highly effective for hair loss treatment in Korea, with more side effects than finasteride.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Oral minoxidil is more convenient but topical minoxidil improves hair density better.