research Biomedical Versus Cultural Constructions of Abnormality: The Case of Idiopathic Hirsutism in the United States
The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
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research A Comparison of Transcriptomic Patterns Measured in the Skin of Chinese Fine and Coarse Wool Sheep Breeds
Fine wool sheep have more genes for wool quality, while coarse wool sheep have more for skin and muscle traits.
research From Gene to Therapy in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy: Are We There Yet?
Effective treatments for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy are not yet available; more research is needed.
research You Need a Makeover: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in A Makeover Story, What Not to Wear, and Extreme Makeover
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
research Experimental Confirmation of a Distinctive Diffraction Pattern in Hair From Women With Breast Cancer
A specific hair diffraction pattern may indicate breast cancer if tested with the correct method.
research Women's Health Care During the Perimenopause
The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.
research The Etiology and Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
The cause of alopecia areata is likely a mix of genetics, immune system issues, and environmental factors, with more research needed to understand it fully.
research Molecular Pathology of Skin Adnexal Tumors
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
research What's New in Cicatricial Alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research Use of Metformin in Pediatric Age
Metformin helps manage diabetes, PCOS, and weight in kids but needs more research for long-term safety.
research Aesthetic Strategies for the Aging Asian Face
The document suggests using fat grafting and laser therapy to improve the aging Asian face and hair restoration techniques tailored to Asian hair characteristics, emphasizing natural results and cultural sensitivity.
research Therapeutic Options in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.
research Skin Diseases Due to Endocrine Alterations
Hormone imbalances can cause skin diseases, and understanding these links is important for diagnosis and treatment.
research Novel Uses for the Anabolic Androgenic Steroids Nandrolone and Oxandrolone in the Management of Male Health
Nandrolone and oxandrolone could help treat male health issues like muscle loss and low testosterone.
research Beneficial Effects of Pranic Meditation on the Mental Health and Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors
Pranic meditation significantly improved mental health and quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
research Male Skin and Ingredients Relevant to Male Skin Care
Using specific cleansers and moisturizers with niacinamide improves men's skin hydration and health.
research Electrophoretic Variability in Human Head Hair: Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis of Hair Proteins in the Presence of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate and Urea
Human head hair proteins can be typed into eight distinct patterns, useful for genetic and forensic investigations.
research Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of a Hair Serum Product in Healthy Adult Male and Female Volunteers with Hair Fall
The hair serum significantly improved hair growth and reduced hair fall without causing any skin issues.
research The Effects of Extended Photoperiod and Warmth on Hair Growth in Ponies and Horses at Different Times of Year
Timing of light therapy affects horse coat growth, with photoperiod being crucial.
research Promoting Axonal Regeneration Through Exosomes: An Update of Recent Findings on Exosomal PTEN and mTOR Modifiers
Exosomes help nerve fibers grow by affecting specific cell signaling pathways.
research Bilateral Eyelid Pseudoptosis From Lipogranulomas of the Preaponeurotic Fat Pads
Surgical removal of abnormal fat pads fixed the woman's eyelid issue caused by likely silicone injections.
research Molecular Modeling of Hair Keratin/Peptide Complex: Using MM-PBSA Calculations to Describe Experimental Binding Results
Electrostatic interactions mainly stabilize the binding of peptides to hair keratin.
research The Effect of Active Hexose Correlated Compound in Modulating Cytosine Arabinoside-Induced Hair Loss, and 6-Mercaptopurine- and Methotrexate-Induced Liver Injury in Rodents
AHCC reduces hair loss and liver injury caused by chemotherapy in rodents.
research Long-Term Superiority of Composite Versus Muscle-Only Free Flaps for Skull Coverage
Composite flaps are better than muscle-only flaps for long-term skull coverage.
research Hair Transplantation: Management of Donor Area
Best hair transplant results happen when tissues are least damaged.
research The Feminism and Psychology Undergraduate Prize 1999: Prizewinning Entry
The entry showed that PCOS negatively affects women's self-image and is worsened by societal expectations, suggesting a need for more feminist attention to the condition.
research Anti-Inflammatory, Thrombolytic, and Hair-Growth Promoting Activity of the n-Hexane Fraction of the Methanol Extract of Leea Indica Leaves
The leaf extract of Leea indica may reduce inflammation, dissolve blood clots, and promote hair growth.
research Structure Optimization of Tetrahydropyridoindole-Based Aldose Reductase Inhibitors Improved Their Efficacy and Selectivity
Optimizing the structure of a specific compound greatly improved its effectiveness and precision for treating diabetic complications.
research Insights on the Mechanical Behavior of Keratin Fibrils
Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.
research Vitamin D Receptor-Mediated Control of Soggy, Wise, and Hairless Gene Expression in Keratinocytes
Vitamin D receptor helps control hair growth genes in skin cells.