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October 2003 in “Australian Prescriber” The 2003 Australian Medicines Handbook was a clear, concise drug reference guide, updated with new topics and evidence, and considered essential for medical practice.
2 citations,
April 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Testosterone therapy for postmenopausal women appears safe and may protect against heart disease, but requires constant monitoring and more research for long-term effects.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “Adolescent Health, Medicine and Therapeutics” Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.
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April 1981 in “Postgraduate Medicine” In 1981, the punch graft technique was the main method for hair transplantation, and medical treatments for baldness were not very effective.
20 citations,
January 2012 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” The document concludes that there are still unknowns about the effectiveness, risks, and detection of performance-enhancing drugs, and doping remains a challenge.
10 citations,
November 2018 in “The Italian Journal of Pediatrics/Italian journal of pediatrics” Early diagnosis of Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 1 is crucial for treatment and was achieved through clinical examination and family history.
6 citations,
June 2017 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Chinese women with PCOS have higher androgen levels, which change with age and weight.
3 citations,
June 2017 in “Reproductive biomedicine online” A certain mutation in the fetal alpha 5-reductase gene is linked to a higher risk of late miscarriage.
September 2022 in “Biomedicines” Lipid Accumulation Product and Free Androgens Index are effective for assessing fatty liver disease risk in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
August 2022 in “JAAD case reports” A woman with a long-term skin condition developed a serious skin cancer that led to her death.
January 1953 in “The Lancet” Cortisone may help hair regrow by altering the local environment, with regrowth starting 3-4 weeks after treatment, but its use is not widely recommended.
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November 2022 in “Experimental dermatology” Melatonin may inhibit melanoma growth and has potential as a cancer therapy aid, but its effects on human skin pigmentation need more research.
October 2022 in “Linköping University medical dissertations” The method shows hair testosterone levels reflect those in saliva, but are affected by various factors and may indicate a risk for heart attack.
October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's increased facial hair and hair loss were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, cured by surgery.
January 2021 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” Women know more about androgenetic alopecia than men.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Chest” Minoxidil can cause fluid buildup around the heart, so patients using it should be watched for this side effect.
July 2022 in “American Journal of Kidney Diseases” Cultural awareness in healthcare improves patient care and relationships.
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October 2008 in “Cytokine & Growth Factor Reviews” Activins and follistatins, part of the TGFβ family, are crucial for hair follicle development and skin health, affecting growth, repair, and the hair cycle.
8 citations,
June 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Extracts from Alnus sibirica and oregonin may help with hair growth and prevent hair loss.
August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” CGF injections may safely and effectively promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia patients.
The document says hair loss can happen after recovering from COVID-19 and it can cause psychological discomfort.
103 citations,
December 2021 in “Journal of biological rhythms” Shift work disrupts the body's natural clock, leading to health problems.
8 citations,
July 2020 in “BMC genomics” The research found genes that change during cashmere goat hair growth and could help determine the best time to harvest cashmere.
August 2023 in “Medicina-lithuania” Abusing steroids can damage your heart, muscles, reproductive system, liver, skin, and brain, and may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
70 citations,
January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.
5 citations,
May 2019 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” Women with nonclassic 21-hydroxylase deficiency can have successful pregnancies through IVF, with certain factors affecting their chances.
6 citations,
January 2013 Hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets is linked to neutering and indoor housing, and is best treated with surgery and a deslorelin implant.
March 2004 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
128 citations,
March 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology” Prolactin contributes to hair loss by promoting hair follicle shrinkage and cell death.