March 2018 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Hair loss linked to prostate enlargement; stress and family history important factors.
24 citations,
November 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” PPAR-γ is important for healthy hair and its problems, and more research on PPAR-γ treatments is needed.
January 2020 in “Archives of Medicine and Health Sciences” Certain immune molecules and stress affect hair loss, and while genes play a role, more research is needed to fully understand and treat it.
May 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia is linked to higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks, possibly due to irisin resistance.
69 citations,
April 2010 in “Clinical ophthalmology” Bimatoprost is effective for growing longer, thicker, and darker eyelashes.
59 citations,
August 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” GLP-1 receptor agonists, like Dulaglutide, Liraglutide, and Semaglutide, have potential benefits beyond the pancreas, including neuroprotection, pain suppression, cardiovascular protection, obesity management, and cancer treatment, but there are concerns about pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer risks.
39 citations,
November 2021 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Testosterone replacement is recommended for men with low testosterone levels and symptoms of hypogonadism.
19 citations,
April 2018 in “Clinical cardiology” Older men with low levels of a testosterone byproduct had a higher chance of developing an irregular heartbeat.
10 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Adding a second method to PROTACs could improve cancer treatment.
5 citations,
January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” Certain changes in the VEGF gene can increase or decrease the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.
August 2024 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Decursin shows promise for treating cancer, neuroprotection, inflammation, and hair loss.
January 2024 in “Cosmetics” Menopause worsens skin, hair, and nails, affecting self-esteem and quality of life.
January 2024 in “Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine” Millets may help reduce chemotherapy side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss.
November 2023 in “Plants” Compounds from Jatropha cordata bark have significant anti-inflammatory effects and could help with hair loss.
90 citations,
December 2007 in “Current Oncology” Non-hormonal treatments should be used first for sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal breast cancer patients on aromatase inhibitors, with hormones as a second option.
44 citations,
April 2013 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” FGF13 gene changes cause excessive hair growth in a rare condition.
37 citations,
October 2021 in “Nutrients” Vitamin D might help regulate insulin in the body, but taking Vitamin D supplements doesn't clearly prevent or improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed.
23 citations,
September 2021 in “Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology” Testosterone's effects on COVID-19 are unclear and need more research.
19 citations,
March 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Certain brain hormones and chemicals are linked to the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
14 citations,
April 2022 in “Climacteric” Menopause causes dry skin, wrinkles, and hair changes, with hormone therapy helping but not recommended just for these issues.
14 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair is important for protection, social interaction, and temperature control, and is made of a growth cycle-influenced follicle and a complex shaft.
12 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicle studies suggest that maintaining telomere length could help treat hair loss and graying, but it's uncertain if mouse results apply to humans.
11 citations,
January 2020 in “Medical Journal Armed Forces India” Insulin resistance is a complex condition that can lead to many diseases and has few treatment options.
8 citations,
July 2021 in “F1000Research” Plant-based compounds might be a promising alternative for prostate cancer treatment with fewer side effects.
6 citations,
September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.
6 citations,
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Quercetin may help improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
6 citations,
May 2021 in “Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine” Different ACE2 gene versions may affect COVID-19 impact based on age and suggest some hair loss drugs could be potential treatments.
4 citations,
May 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Heat-killed Enterococcus faecalis EF-2001 may promote hair growth and transition hair follicles to the growth phase.
3 citations,
May 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin lesions in Carney Complex are caused by a gene change in some skin cells that leads to increased pigmentation and may lead to tumors.
2 citations,
May 2023 in “Current Nutrition Reports” Eating a Mediterranean diet and taking certain supplements may improve symptoms of PCOS.