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New gene identification techniques have improved the understanding and classification of inherited hair disorders.

Researchers found a new gene, hacl-1, that is active in mouse hair follicles during hair growth and may be important for hair biology.

Testosterone treatment in transgender teens can worsen acne, requiring careful treatment due to mental health and medication side effects.

Some growth factors, while important for normal body functions, can cause diseases when not regulated properly.

Thyroid hormones affect skin texture, hair and nail growth, and can cause skin diseases related to thyroid problems.

Inner city teens had high retention rates for the contraceptive implant, especially those with a history of abortion.

Mice with LSS deficiency showed hair loss and cataracts, similar to humans, and can help in understanding and treating this condition.

Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.

Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.

Merkel cells may have roles in sensing magnetic fields, creating fingerprints, Reiki energy healing, passing on environmental information to offspring, and influencing hair shape.

Hair loss in Rhesus macaques may be caused by a skin allergy-related condition.

St. John's Wort extract and oil safety in cosmetics is unclear; more data needed on photosensitization, toxicity, and human irritation.

Stopping the pill and giving birth both caused hair loss.

Altered retinoid metabolism in cicatricial alopecia suggests a balanced vitamin A diet may prevent the condition.

Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.

Stem cell therapy is a promising approach for hair regrowth despite potential side effects.

The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.

Cat color patterns are determined early in development by gene expression and epidermal changes, with the Dickkopf 4 gene playing a crucial role.

High glucocorticoids cause pancreatic malfunction and malabsorption, reversible with enzyme supplements.

Different halogens on progesterone derivatives can either block or mimic male hormone effects, depending on their type and amount.

Two siblings were the first reported cases of inheriting both eye coloboma and loose anagen syndrome together.

Anticonvulsant drugs may cause temporary chromosomal abnormalities.

Women with PCOS have higher levels of a certain growth factor, which can be reduced by taking metformin.

The BMP2 gene is more active in the early growth phase of Cashmere goat hair and may affect hair regeneration and textile production.

The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.

The document concludes that managing side effects of MS therapies is crucial for treatment success and patient adherence.

The enzyme PST is found in developing human kidneys and helps with detoxification and development.

Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.

The new FDA labeling rules provide more detailed drug safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but more data is needed on the risks of many dermatologic drugs.

Activating TSPO helps protect the retina from damage caused by high eye pressure in glaucoma.