94 citations,
January 2007 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Iranian veterans exposed to sulfur mustard suffer from long-term skin itching and eye damage, with some risk of skin cancer and ongoing management challenges.
21 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of circadian rhythms” Intense exercise at night can delay the body's internal clock gene expression by 2 to 4 hours.
8 citations,
February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Runners often face skin problems like blisters and infections, and both prevention and early treatment are important.
1 citations,
September 2013 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” A woman's hair loss was treated successfully with iron supplements for her iron deficiency.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in reproductive health” Women of color in Northern Manhattan view hair care as important to their identity and culture, and education on harmful chemicals in hair products is needed.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
171 citations,
October 1990 in “Alcoholism/Alcoholism, clinical and experimental research” The document concludes that the exact way alcohol causes harm to fetal development is unknown, but it significantly affects nutrient transport to the fetus and a safe level of alcohol during pregnancy is not determined.
34 citations,
April 2014 in “Psychopharmacology” Stress and alcohol affect brain chemicals differently in rats, mice, and humans, influenced by genetic differences.
34 citations,
June 2010 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood” Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.
32 citations,
February 2014 in “Psychopharmacology” Dutasteride makes alcohol less sedating and may lead to less drinking in men.
8 citations,
April 2014 in “Practical Diabetes” Feeling shame can make it harder for people with diabetes to take care of their health.
1 citations,
June 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Fetal skin has unique immune cells different from adult skin.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
October 2023 in “Pathology” A woman had a rare reaction to ear piercing that caused earlobe swelling, which was best treated by removing the piercing and not re-piercing.
March 2024 in “Animal nutrition” Adding both soluble and insoluble fibers, especially beet pulp, to the diet of pregnant sows helps improve their health and the growth of their piglets in hot weather.
1 citations,
January 2020 in “Bioscience Reports” Long-term use of finasteride in women can cause hormonal changes, DNA damage, and menstrual issues.
184 citations,
October 2007 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” Sulforaphane from broccoli can help protect skin from sun damage.
7 citations,
September 2013 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Some skin medications are safe for pregnant women, but others pose risks or should not be used.
November 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
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.
128 citations,
January 1996 in “Journal of analytical toxicology.” Hair analysis can detect cocaine use but doesn't accurately show the amount or timing of use.
64 citations,
May 2003 in “Journal of health psychology” Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.
63 citations,
March 2000 in “Annals of clinical psychiatry” Some psychiatric medications can cause hair loss, but it usually grows back after adjusting the medication.
10 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Hair loss in adult females in Makkah is often linked to iron-deficiency anemia and thyroid issues.
8 citations,
August 2018 in “Drug testing and analysis” EtG levels in hair decrease significantly after one month of alcohol abstinence.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
3 citations,
September 2022 in “Frontiers in psychiatry” University students in Egypt experienced high stress during COVID-19's third wave, with negative coping mechanisms being more common.