December 2021 in “Acta Marisiensis” This review discusses the clinical significance, mechanisms, and treatment options of insulin resistance, emphasizing its impact on endocrine diseases and the need for further research into inflammatory cytokines.
January 2018 in “Deleted Journal” In this observational study of 110 women with PCOS, the researchers found that 52.7% experienced depression and anxiety, with Metformin being the most prescribed drug. Regular counseling and lifestyle management were noted to improve the overall disease prognosis.
October 2017 in “Indian heart journal” Obesity is an independent risk factor for early coronary artery disease (CAD) and its severity is not affected by age.
October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health” Larger prostate size in older men may be linked to poorer semen quality and fertility issues.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the pathophysiology, molecular events, and therapeutic options for androgenetic alopecia, but reports no new clinical findings.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” In this prospective study, researchers identified advanced age, androgenetic alopecia, high levels of lactate dehydrogenase and dihydrotestosterone, and low levels of adenosine triphosphate as independent risk factors for posttransplant telogen effluvium, offering insights for optimizing surgical strategies to reduce PTE risk.
June 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This letter to the editor addresses previously published work about risk factors of rituximab-induced thrombocytopenia in autoimmune bullous disease patients but presents no new research findings.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This study found that women with FPHL may have an increased cardiovascular risk, as indicated by associations with metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and elevated biochemical markers.
This study suggests a significant association between male androgenic alopecia and increased risk of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease, emphasizing the importance of clinical evaluation and lifestyle modifications in affected patients.
This study reviewed common types of alopecia in primary care, emphasizing tailored diagnostic and treatment strategies based on type, with consideration of individual risk factors such as age, genetics, and medication associations.
June 2023 in “Journal of General Procedural Dermatology and Venereology Indonesia” This study explores the risk factors for androgenetic alopecia in women residing in Pasar Ambacang Sub-district, Padang City, emphasizing its potential impact on their quality of life and psychological well-being.
April 2023 in “International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health” This cohort study observed that 42.2% of individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 developed post-COVID syndrome, with higher risks noted in older adults, those with severe initial illness, and unvaccinated individuals in Mukkam Municipality.
November 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that older males and those with previous skin cancer or a history of outdoor work had an increased risk of skin cancer or its precursors.
November 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study found an IFIS incidence rate of 3.18% among cataract surgeries in a Chinese hospital and identified reserpine, clozapine, and post-panretinal photocoagulation as new risk factors.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that among Chinese patients with alopecia areata, those with alopecia totalis or universalis had an earlier onset, longer disease duration, and more severe quality of life impact than those with patchy alopecia.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with early-onset hair loss have higher risk of heart issues, so early screening is important.
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August 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that lifestyle factors such as diet, personal history, and psychological stress may be linked to the development of adult female acne, based on observed associations in a case-control setting.
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June 2012 in “JRSM Cardiovascular Disease” In this study, premature coronary artery disease in Indians under 40 was linked to factors like dyslipidemia, low HDL-C, smoking, and central obesity, with cutaneous markers significantly associated.
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November 2019 in “PLoS ONE” This study suggests a weak association between male-pattern baldness and some coronary heart disease risk factors, but does not support it as a strong indicator of coronary risk.
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May 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In this study, 21.1% of participants had actinic keratoses, with higher prevalence in men, and certain genetic and photoaging factors were positively associated with AK, though smoking was linked to reduced risk.
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March 2018 in “International Journal of Cancer” The study suggests that male pattern baldness, a possible indicator of sex hormone levels, may be linked to an increased risk of gastric cancer in men.
November 2025 in “BMC Urology” This study reports that prostate volume, operation time, resected tissue weight, and smoking increase risks of blood loss and fluid absorption during PK-TURP, while finasteride treatment and surgeon experience may reduce these risks.
February 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, skin tags in Irish adults with morbid obesity were associated with higher blood pressure, higher HbA1c levels, and a greater prevalence of diabetes and hypertension, suggesting increased cardiovascular risk.
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May 2023 in “European Urology” This study highlights that improved diagnostic techniques for prostate cancer could decrease the number of men needing diagnosis and treatment to save one life and identifies avoidable risk factors, such as smoking, diet, and occupation, that may influence prostate cancer risk.
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August 2022 in “Viruses” In this study, 70.7% of long-COVID patients reported persistent symptoms three months post-infection, with chronic fatigue, cough, and brain fog being the most common, and female gender and severe initial COVID-19 were identified as risk factors.
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May 2021 in “Journal of infection/The Journal of infection” This study found that 80% of hospitalized COVID-19 survivors experienced at least one post-COVID symptom seven months after discharge, with fatigue, hair loss, and dyspnea being the most common.
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March 2009 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” This study found that age, pre-pregnancy BMI, and family history of diabetes were independent predictors of gestational diabetes in Iranian women, with selective screening missing few cases among low-risk groups.
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July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, researchers found that severe androgenic alopecia in hospitalized men was associated with a higher likelihood of testing positive for COVID-19.
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March 2019 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” This study found that BMI was not a significant factor in predicting surgical complications for transgender patients undergoing penile inversion vaginoplasty, suggesting obese patients can safely undergo gender affirmation surgery.
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April 2018 in “Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia” In this study of women with polycystic ovary syndrome, insulin resistance was associated with obesity, waist circumference, lipid accumulation, and hypertension, with no significant difference in prevalence between different diagnostic methods.