March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” In this study, researchers found that 48.59% of dermatologists in Ontario do not accept OHIP referrals for hair loss, with average wait times of about 4.5 months for those who do; this raises accessibility concerns.
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April 1996 in “Archives of dermatological research” This study found that after topical application in rats, 1,24-dihydroxyvitamin D3 absorbed through both the stratum corneum and hair follicles, with about 30% excreted via the faeces.
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June 2020 in “Experimental dermatology” This study found that redheaded individuals had higher levels of vitamin D precursor 25(OH)D3 compared to non-redheaded individuals, suggesting a physiological adaptation to low UVB radiation in Europe.
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July 2017 in “Microbial Cell Factories” This study found that supplementing soybean oil significantly increased the production of the cyclosporine A derivative [(4'-OH)MeLeu]4-CsA by 55.6%, offering potential enhancements for its clinical application.
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April 2013 in “The FASEB Journal” In this study, chronic finasteride administration in near-term pregnant rats restored baroreflex control of renal sympathetic nerve activity to levels observed in non-pregnant rats.
January 2025 in “Scientific Reports” This study explored 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 levels in hair samples from participants in Aberdeen and suggested potential links between hair vitamin D levels, seasonal UVB exposure, and marine diet in both modern and archaeological contexts.
July 2022 in “International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics” This report describes siblings with vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2, characterized by growth retardation, alopecia totalis, and low 25(OH)D3 levels, highlighting its autosomal recessive pattern and distinction from other rickets types.
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November 1984 in “Cell & tissue research/Cell and tissue research” Vitamin D3 affects cell differentiation in specific skin areas.
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September 2012 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This study found that deleting β-catenin in epidermis-specific VDR knockout mice did not prevent UVB-induced skin tumors, indicating β-catenin does not compensate for VDR's role in tumor suppression.
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August 2019 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” This study found that flavonoids with two hydroxyl groups in their B-ring, such as sterubin and luteolin, supported the regeneration of pigmented hair after skin injury, unlike those with one hydroxyl group.
This study found a significant association between lower vitamin D levels and increased severity of androgenetic alopecia in men.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case study reports on a rare form of vitamin D resistant rickets in a 37-year-old male, highlighting the condition's clinical features and the necessity for a thorough understanding of calcium and vitamin D metabolism in the diagnosis and management of metabolic bone diseases.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study highlights a rare case of vitamin D-dependent rickets type 2A caused by a heterozygous mutation in the vitamin D receptor gene, emphasizing the complexity of managing this condition with high-dose calcium and vitamin D therapy.
June 2024 in “The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry” This study found that 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 promotes hair growth and regeneration in mice by prolonging the anagen phase and counteracting DHT's inhibitory effects, suggesting its potential therapeutic role for androgenetic alopecia.
August 2023 in “İzmir tepecik eğitim hastanesi dergisi” This study suggests that the role of vitamin 25(OH)D in the pathogenesis of PCOS and diminished ovarian reserve may be independent of serum vitamin 25(OH)D levels.
This narrative discusses the legal responsibilities of occupational health professionals, emphasizing the importance of their employment status and potential liabilities, but reports no new results.
In a 14.5-year-old lemur, this study found that removing a testicle with an interstitial cell tumor improved coat quality and reduced aggression, with no signs of metastasis observed post-surgery.
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January 2024 in “Medical Principles and Practice” This study found that silencing IGFBP5 reduced neurotoxicity and motor deficits in the 6-OHDA model of Parkinson's disease, likely by affecting the SHH signaling pathway, suggesting its potential role in mitigating Parkinson’s-related neuronal damage.
January 2025 in “Nanotechnology Reviews” This study reported a green synthesis method for copper oxide nanoparticles using pumpkin seed extract, achieving significant antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis and moderate cytotoxic effects against certain cancer cell lines, indicating potential biomedical applications for these eco-friendly nanomaterials.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that kaempferol increased the proliferation potential of basal epidermal cells in three-dimensional skin models by enhancing integrin expression and altering cell morphology.
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August 2021 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” In this case–control study, the researchers in Ukraine found no significant link between VDR rs2228570 polymorphism and decreased serum BDNF levels, though they observed a moderate correlation between serum BDNF and 25-OH Vitamin D levels in patients with thyroid disorders.
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January 1997 in “Pharmacology & toxicology” This study found that human keratinocytes' sensitivity and response to vitamin D3 analogues vary based on cell density, serum availability, and calcium concentration.
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December 2008 in “Journal of Chemical Crystallography” This study reports the crystal structure and geometric parameters of a modified Finasteride derivative, highlighting significant differences in dihedral angles compared to its solvated analog and computational models.
January 2019 in “Applied Organometallic Chemistry” The compound (NH4)2Mn0.17Cu0.83Cl4.2H₂O has a specific structure, shows weak magnetism at low temperatures, and undergoes phase changes at high temperatures.
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August 2017 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This review discusses treatments for polycystic ovary syndrome, including lifestyle changes, oral contraceptives, and various medications, and reports no new clinical findings; the authors highlight the potential of statins and inositol for managing symptoms.
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September 2017 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had significantly higher serum and intrafollicular levels of anti-Müllerian hormone compared to normovulatory women, indicating a potential marker for ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome risk.
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April 2017 in “European journal of endocrinology” This retrospective study found that serum hormone levels and MRI detection of ovarian nodules contributed to distinguishing virilizing ovarian tumors from ovarian stromal hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women, though histopathology remains crucial for diagnosis.
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” CUR-loaded micelles improve skin delivery and effects of curcumin for pain and infections.
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October 2018 in “Medicine” In this meta-analysis, researchers found that moxibustion combined with oriental herbal medicine may improve pregnancy rates and other outcomes in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to western medication alone; however, the evidence is limited by the poor quality of included studies.
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March 2022 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This review outlines a diagnostic approach for identifying non-PCOS pathology in women with androgen excess, emphasizing the importance of clinical history and biochemical phenotyping but reports no new clinical results.