June 2005 in “Key Engineering Materials” This study found that biodegradable hydrogels loaded with various growth factors significantly enhanced hair follicle growth and blood vessel formation in mice, demonstrating a positive effect on their hair growth cycle.
January 2000 in “대한피부과학회지” This study reviewed 45 cases of zinc deficiency manifesting as skin symptoms related to acrodermatitis enteropathica, emphasizing the need for zinc supplementation in chronic malabsorption conditions.
December 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that patients with female pattern hair loss had higher oxidative stress levels and lower antioxidant enzyme activities than healthy controls, suggesting oxidative stress may play a key role in disease progression.
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July 1998 in “Urology” This study found that liarozole is more effective than cyproterone acetate for improving PSA response and survival in metastatic prostate cancer after first-line endocrine therapy, while maintaining quality of life.
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September 2013 in “Urology” Long-term use of a certain medication can worsen erectile function in aged rats by damaging penile muscle cells.
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June 2013 in “Journal of neuroendocrinology” This research observed that 5α-reductase inhibitors showed significant tic-suppressing effects in Tourette's syndrome, suggesting a key role for this enzyme in the disorder's pathogenesis.
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January 2024 in “World Journal of Stem Cells” This review highlights the need for optimizing mesenchymal stromal/stem cell therapy through tailored in vitro strategies to unlock their full potential for treating specific diseases.
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August 2007 in “Histopathology” This article discusses the kinetic and topographical heterogeneity in follicular thyroid neoplasms and reports no new research findings; the authors emphasize understanding diverse growth patterns.
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January 2017 in “International journal of women's health and reproduction sciences” This report discusses electroacupuncture as a complementary treatment for PCOS and suggests it may improve symptoms by enhancing ovulation and reducing testosterone and LH levels, but does not present new clinical results.
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January 2010 in “uO Research (University of Ottawa)” This research found that the widely used herbicide atrazine may alter Northern leopard frog development, affecting metamorphosis success, sex ratio, and hormone-related gene expression.
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January 1995 in “Lincoln University Research Archive (Lincoln University)” In this study, researchers found that wool growth regulation is likely achieved through endocrine growth factors, with various growth factors inhibiting fibre growth in vitro.
February 2026 in “bonndoc (University of Bonn)” This study identified novel genetic variants related to rare skin and hair disorders, expanding the understanding of conditions like COLED, EV, and monilethrix, including a newly discovered type I keratin gene, KRT31, as a cause for monilethrix.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Biology Sciences” In this case study, a 10-month-old Doberman with generalized demodicosis recovered fully after treatment with a combination of systemic and topical therapies, including ivermectin, hydroxyzine, enrofloxacin, fluralaner, and specialized shampoos.
This study evaluated various herbal blends of powdered leaves, including Henna and Indigo, for their coloring and sensitivity reactions, finding Henna and Indigo to be effective natural colorants for achieving a reddish-brown hair color with better retention than marketed herbal hair dyes.
July 2022 in “International journal of medical science and clinical invention” In this case report, a 17-year-old girl with secondary amenorrhea was evaluated for PCOS, highlighting the importance of assessing abnormal menstrual patterns for underlying conditions, and suggesting that hormonal birth control and lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This review discusses the biochemical and psychological impacts of polycystic ovary syndrome on immune functions against COVID-19 but reports no new clinical results.
January 2022 in “International Journal of Contemporary Medicine” In this study, most medical students were already aware of PCOS, and gender significantly influenced awareness levels, while knowledge of lifestyle effects was linked to understanding PCOS etiology.
January 2021 in “Deep Blue (University of Michigan)” This study found that LepRb neurons in the brain are important targets for androgen action and influence sex-specific differences in reproductive and metabolic regulation, implicating them in conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome.
January 2020 in “한국공업화학회 연구논문 초록집” This study found that microencapsulated dermal papilla cells in hyaluronic acid/collagen hydrogel retained their ability to initiate hair follicle regeneration, suggesting potential for alopecia treatment.
In this study, hyperandrogenemia was observed in 78.2% of Greek women with polycystic ovary syndrome, with testosterone being the most commonly elevated androgen and acne the most frequent clinical feature.
December 2016 in “The European health psychologist” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome often experience isolation, helplessness, resilience, and grief, suggesting a need for better support during diagnosis and treatment to improve wellbeing.
This study examined the relationship between sympathetic nerve endings and alopecia using direct and indirect immunofluorescence on human tissue samples, reporting no new clinical results.
January 2016 in “cIRcle (University of British Columbia)” This literature review discusses the need for a clinical practice guideline to help Canadian Nurse Practitioners in diagnosing and managing PCOS, noting its complexity and lack of existing guidelines.
January 2015 in “한국미용학회지” This study found that a combined intake of enzyme food and collagen was more effective than either alone in improving scalp hair characteristics in middle-aged women.
January 2015 in “대한미용학회지” This study found that sandalwood oil significantly increased alkaline phosphatase activity and expression of hair growth-promoting factors in mice, suggesting its potential role in enhancing hair growth markers.
This study observed that women with polycystic ovary syndrome showed hormonal changes and higher post-meal lipemia compared to healthy controls, alongside endothelial dysfunction potentially detectable before insulin resistance.
January 2012 in “RepositóriUM (Universidade do Minho)” This study reported that a modified nanoprecipitation protocol can effectively create PLA nanoparticles capable of delivering compounds into hair follicles, with promising potential for hair follicle therapy and cosmetic applications.
Ultrasound alone isn't enough to diagnose PCOS.
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September 2023 in “Aging” In this study, researchers found that Elastic Net DNA methylation clocks are not accurate for distinguishing between individuals or identifying health markers, but measuring biological "noise" in stable cytosines may serve as a potential biomarker of aging and disease.
January 2013 in “Japan labor review” This study quantified relationships among various occupations in Japan, enabling comparisons with vocational aptitude test results using new numerical criteria developed from analysis of over three million survey panels.