10 citations
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May 2017 in “PLOS ONE” This study found that serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D was inversely associated with serum ferritin levels in Korean men, positively associated in premenopausal women, and not associated in postmenopausal women.
10 citations
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June 2011 in “Movement Disorders” THAP1 gene changes do not affect DYT1 dystonia; finasteride may help reduce tics and OCD in Tourette syndrome.
9 citations
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January 2014 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” This study evaluated the Polish version of Skindex-29, demonstrating its reliability and validity as a tool to measure quality of life in dermatology patients.
8 citations
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May 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This case report describes a 23-year-old male patient with nail discoloration that may be associated with COVID-19, suggesting possible microvascular damage.
8 citations
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August 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This article reviews loose anagen hair syndrome, an inheritable hair disorder affecting children and sometimes adults, but does not report any new clinical results.
7 citations
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March 2019 in “Medicine” This protocol outlines a study aiming to determine if combining 660 nm red laser photobiomodulation and microneedling increases hair density in female pattern hair loss, but it reports no results yet.
7 citations
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June 2011 in “Movement Disorders” A specific gene mutation is linked to a hereditary form of dystonia that responds well to certain medications.
5 citations
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May 2023 in “European Journal of Human Genetics” This study found that mutations in the TULP3 gene are associated with progressive degeneration of the liver, kidney, and heart in adults, highlighting the importance of early detection and management.
5 citations
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May 2011 in “Movement Disorders” Finasteride significantly reduced tics and obsessive-compulsive symptoms in Tourette syndrome patients.
5 citations
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May 2011 in “Movement Disorders” Finasteride may help reduce tic severity in male Tourette syndrome patients.
4 citations
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May 2011 in “Movement Disorders” A woman's unique dementia was misdiagnosed, a genetic mutation increases Parkinson's risk with age, and finasteride may help with Tourette syndrome.
2 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” This study observed that nail abnormalities often indicate underlying dermatological or systemic conditions, with psoriasis and infections being the most common causes among patients.
1 citations
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January 2023 This study found that patients with alopecia areata experience reduced quality of life, particularly among women and those with severe or long-lasting disease.
1 citations
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January 2017 in “Spectrum Research Repository (Concordia University)” This study found that young women with PCOS exhibited altered white matter microstructure and reduced cognitive performance compared to matched controls.
February 2026 in “Molecular Imaging and Radionuclide Therapy” In this study, male patients treated with 150 mCi of radioactive iodine showed no negative impact on fertility, but long-term studies with larger groups are needed to further assess hormonal effects and sperm health after this treatment.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Reports” This case study reports that a 15-year-old male with multiple autoimmune conditions showed significant improvement in skin and gastrointestinal symptoms, along with hair regrowth, after 16 weeks of treatment with the JAK-1 inhibitor upadacitinib, demonstrating its potential in managing complex autoimmune disorders.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This review outlines that minoxidil (topical and oral) and 5α-reductase inhibitors are the most effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia, with additional therapies like platelet-rich plasma and hair transplantation enhancing results, emphasizing the need for individualized, combination approaches.
November 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” LIPH mutations cause woolly hair in some Chinese people.
October 2025 in “Communications Medicine” This study found that using a combination of genotypic and primarily phenotypic reanalysis significantly enhances the accuracy of molecular diagnoses in patients suspected of having monogenic diabetes.
May 2024 in “Deleted Journal” In this study, dutasteride was found to be effective and safe in treating androgenetic alopecia in men who did not respond to finasteride, with improvements observed in hair loss and quality over 24 weeks.
May 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This article discusses how 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride are used to treat androgenetic alopecia, while highlighting the ongoing debate over their potential side effects, including sexual dysfunction and psychological issues.
October 2022 in “Practice in Clinical Psychology” This study found that higher differentiation and moral justice were significantly related to increased sexual satisfaction.
January 2022 in “Journal of Biomedical Research & Environmental Sciences” This study suggests that eNOS and STAT6 gene polymorphisms may increase the risk of developing PCOS in South Indian women.
32 citations
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October 2003 This review reports that 100 mg/day spironolactone improved hair growth more than placebo and was more effective in reducing hair growth than finasteride and low-dose cyproterone acetate, but its effectiveness for acne remains unclear due to small sample sizes.
27 citations
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March 2013 in “Social Semiotics” This study analyzes how commercial websites for Propecia depict male hair loss and promote medical treatment, suggesting they contribute to medicalizing a natural condition for profit.
This study reports that hair samples can be used to track chronic hormone levels, revealing stress, reproductive, and sodium regulation patterns in wildebeest related to environmental factors.
213 citations
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June 2017 in “Rheumatology” This guideline outlines the management of systemic lupus erythematosus in adults but reports no new clinical findings.
218 citations
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This updated guideline from the British Association of Dermatologists discusses current recommendations for managing alopecia areata but reports no new clinical research findings.
88 citations
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June 2016 in “Human Reproduction Update” This review discusses developments in oral contraceptives, highlighting improved individualization, reduced side effects, and enhanced suitability for various women's health needs, but it reports no new clinical results.
81 citations
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July 2012 in “Translational Psychiatry” In this pilot study, no significant differences were observed between memantine and placebo groups in young adults with Down syndrome on the primary memory outcomes, but some improvement was noted in a secondary measure.