11 citations,
May 2003 in “Obstetrics and gynecology (New York. 1953. Online)/Obstetrics and gynecology” Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
9 citations,
June 2020 in “Animal genetics” Scientists found genes linked to hair length in Brangus cattle that could help breed heat-tolerant cattle.
March 2024 in “Agriculture” CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing shows promise for improving sheep and goat breeding but faces challenges with efficiency and accuracy.
35 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Potassium channel openers like minoxidil help hair grow by acting on hair follicles.
1 citations,
March 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” NAC1 controls certain enzymes that reduce root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
23 citations,
February 2014 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Low-dose finasteride reduces excessive hair growth in teenage girls safely and affordably.
May 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The study found that certain genes are important for hedgehog skin appendage development and immunity, with spines possibly evolving for protection and infection resistance.
1514 citations,
December 2011 in “Fertility and sterility” Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Biology” Fasting in hens affects thyroid hormones, which regulate feather and hair growth.
8 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal of Natural Medicines” Applying an extract from Perilla frutescens helps hair grow and fights the effects of hair loss hormones.
129 citations,
October 2007 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
12 citations,
May 2005 in “Current obstetrics and gynaecology/Current obstetrics & gynaecology” Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.
19 citations,
September 2004 in “Reviews in gynaecological practice” Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
51 citations,
January 2003 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.
5 citations,
January 2014 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Many adult women suffer from persistent or late-onset acne, and while various treatments exist, finding the right one can be challenging.
15 citations,
January 1995 in “Archives of dermatological research” OCT binds strongly to hair sheath cells and may affect skin and hair growth with fewer side effects than vitamin D3.
January 2025 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Male pattern baldness worsens with age and can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride, but side effects and personalized care are important.
2 citations,
January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.
45 citations,
January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Some natural compounds may help overcome drug resistance in certain cancers, but more research is needed.
Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and affecting growth factors.
2 citations,
August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.
4 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Excessive cell phone use may cause hair loss due to electromagnetic radiation.
December 2023 in “Animals” The study mapped yak skin cells to understand hair growth better.
19 citations,
March 2012 in “Journal of experimental botany” Arabidopsis collet hairs are good for studying nuclear movement and DNA content increase during growth.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” RORA plays a key role in controlling seasonal hair molting by affecting hair follicle cell activity.
49 citations,
September 2012 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
96 citations,
September 2017 in “Analytica Chimica Acta” Hair elemental analysis could be useful for health and exposure assessment but requires more standardization and research.
16 citations,
July 2002 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
30 citations,
January 2009 in “Nuclear Receptor Signaling” Hairless protein is crucial for healthy skin and hair, and its malfunction can cause hair loss.
48 citations,
January 2017 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Finasteride-loaded nanoparticles may help treat alopecia.