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July 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” COVID-19 patients may experience temporary hair loss, mainly in women, which is likely reversible.
12 citations,
April 2022 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Exosome therapy could help with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
11 citations,
November 2022 in “JAMA dermatology” Some nutritional supplements may help treat hair loss with generally mild side effects.
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October 2021 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” Cinnamon can help manage symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome, improve menstrual cycles and fertility, and positively affect cholesterol and blood sugar levels, but more research is needed to confirm these effects and find the best dosage.
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July 2023 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” Imiquimod may be a better non-surgical treatment for cervical pre-cancer, but its effectiveness for vaginal pre-cancer is unclear, and it has some side effects.
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January 2021 in “Cureus” Long-term anabolic steroid use can lead to heart and metabolic health issues.
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April 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes significant psychological distress, especially in women, and requires both medical and psychological support.
October 2024 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” Ginkgo biloba leaf polysaccharides have many health benefits and potential for commercial use.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Vitamin D deficiency is common in people with certain types of hair loss, like alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil can cause serious side effects like heart issues, so use the lowest effective dose.
September 2024 in “JAAD International” Telogen effluvium increased globally after COVID-19, especially in Asian and Latin regions.
August 2023 in “Iranian Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases” Most skin issues were due to COVID-19, with some caused by vaccines or treatments, and were categorized into five types.
Stand-alone PRP therapy effectively increases hair density for hair loss treatment.
Androgen suppression therapy (AST) doesn't significantly lower bladder cancer risk, but using finasteride, a type of AST, might reduce it. AST decreases recurrence-free survival but doesn't affect overall survival or progression-free survival. More research is needed to understand AST's benefits.
Androgen suppression therapy (AST) doesn't significantly lower bladder cancer risk, but using finasteride, a type of AST, might decrease the risk. AST also lessens the chance of cancer coming back but doesn't really affect survival rates. More research is needed to understand AST's benefits for different bladder cancers.
September 2021 in “Physiology News” The first Conference for Black Physiologists focused on supporting Black physiologists' careers and included talks, panels, and awards.
March 2021 in “Annals of palliative medicine” Plum-blossom needling with conventional treatments improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
September 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document concludes with the creation of a Hair Transplant Foundation after reviewing the early hair transplant techniques and discussions from a forum.
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November 2004 in “Medicine” Older adults diagnosed with lupus show less severe symptoms but have a lower survival rate, often due to age-related factors.
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August 2015 in “Developmental cell” The study identified unique genes in hair follicle cells and their environment, suggesting these genes help organize cells for hair growth.
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September 2020 in “Clinical endocrinology” Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.
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January 2023 in “EFSA journal” Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
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February 2016 in “Respiratory Medicine” Auto-antibody testing is a useful but not definitive tool in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases, and using a specific algorithm could make testing more cost-effective.
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November 2018 in “Anti-Inflammatory & Anti-Allergy Agents in Medicinal Chemistry” Most patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus experience fatigue, skin issues, and joint pain.
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December 2021 in “Endocrine Reviews” There are various effective hormone treatments for puberty induction in boys and girls with hypogonadism, and starting treatment early is important.
14 citations,
May 2019 in “Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery” FUE hair transplant is a promising method with benefits like less scarring, but requires a skilled surgeon and can damage hair follicles.
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.
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July 2019 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
10 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
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June 2023 in “Cells” Certain natural and synthetic compounds may help treat inflammatory skin diseases by targeting a specific signaling pathway.