research Hair Loss: Who Needs Laboratory Tests?
Not all hair loss patients need lab tests; patient history and physical exams are key to deciding who does.
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research Prevalence of Cutaneous Disorders in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
research Acute Parenchymal Lung Involvement in a 68-Year-Old Woman with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia
A 68-year-old woman with lupus and blood disorders improved after increased steroids and immunoglobulin treatment.
research Telogen Effluvium: Increased Hair Shedding Due to Hair Cycle Shift
Telogen Effluvium causes more hair loss because hair moves to the resting phase too soon.
research Acute and Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Hair shedding that lasts more than 6 months may need medical tests, but often just reassurance is enough.
research Vitamin D And Skin Diseases: A Review
Vitamin D is important for skin health and can help treat psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo.
research Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell Secretome for Dermatology Application: A Review
The secretome from mesenchymal stem cells shows promise for treating skin conditions and improving skin and hair health, but more research is needed.
research Possible Relationship Between Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Changes in Lead, Cadmium, Zinc, and Iron Total Blood Levels in Females: A Case-Control Study
Higher lead and cadmium, and lower zinc and iron levels in the blood might be linked to chronic hair loss in women.
research Valproate: Its Effects on Hair
Valproate can cause hair loss and changes in hair appearance, but may help regrow hair when applied topically.