4 citations
,
November 2022 in “British Journal of Cancer” This study found that men with a cutaneous melanoma diagnosis had an increased risk of subsequently being diagnosed with prostate cancer compared to those without melanoma.
2295 citations
,
August 2012 in “The international journal of transgenderism/International journal of transgenderism” This publication reviews the World Professional Association for Transgender Health's Standards of Care for supporting transgender and gender nonconforming people, with adjustments needed for diverse global contexts and no new clinical results.
140 citations
,
April 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that mice lacking the 1αOHase enzyme, which is responsible for producing a key vitamin D metabolite, showed impaired epidermal differentiation and delayed recovery of skin barrier function after disruption.
126 citations
,
August 2018 in “Molecular Systems Biology” This study found that in murine dermis, fibroblast state switching between proliferation and ECM deposition plays a crucial role in tissue architecture and wound healing.
81 citations
,
January 2006 in “Journal of cellular physiology” This study found that the absence of the vitamin D receptor disrupts hair follicle structure during the first catagen in mice, linked to increased expression of the hairless gene.
46 citations
,
August 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that patients with alopecia areata reported worse quality of life and higher anxiety and depression levels compared to those with androgenetic alopecia and healthy controls.
24 citations
,
June 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review highlights current knowledge about quality of life assessment in alopecia areata, noting limited use of existing instruments and a need for further validation.
15 citations
,
June 2018 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” This study successfully developed a method to measure four flavonoids from Platycladus orientalis leaves in rat plasma, which was used in a pharmacokinetic study on healthy rats.
15 citations
,
January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This study found that dermatological treatments significantly reduce health-related quality of life among patients with various skin conditions, suggesting that the burden of these therapies should be considered in treatment planning and development.
13 citations
,
April 2015 in “Human Reproduction” Obese Hispanic women with PCOS are at higher risk for metabolic problems than non-Hispanic white women.
12 citations
,
November 1970 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” This article discusses the relationship between anemia and skin disease but does not present new research findings.
10 citations
,
January 2021 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” This study found that red ginseng oil promoted hair growth and protected against UVC-induced skin damage in mouse models.
7 citations
,
August 2022 in “Nature communications” This study found that Thy1+ keratinocytes in the basal layer of the interfollicular epidermis play a crucial role in epidermal homeostasis and wound repair, with their ablation impairing these processes.
4 citations
,
March 2018 in “PloS one” This study found that among men over 70, certain genetic variants associated with skin pigmentation affect serum PSA levels, with implications for how sun sensitivity and exposure may influence prostate cancer risk.
53 citations
,
January 2012 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher risk for obstructive sleep apnea, primarily due to the prevalence of severe obesity, rather than the syndrome itself.
50 citations
,
August 2017 in “Diabetologia” This review discusses genetic factors that may influence the effectiveness of metformin in treating polycystic ovary syndrome and emphasizes the need for further research to establish clear benefits.
28 citations
,
February 2011 in “Clinical Endocrinology” In this study, women with polycystic ovary syndrome showed adverse lipoprotein profile changes that increase cardiovascular risk, which were found to be more closely related to androgen levels than body weight.
13 citations
,
October 2017 in “Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry” This study found that a titrated extract of Centella asiatica enhanced the hair growth potential of 3D spheroid cultured human dermal papilla cells.
5 citations
,
November 2017 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” This study found that sinapic acid demonstrated antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects against UVB-induced damage in human keratinocytes, suggesting its potential as an anti-aging cosmetic ingredient.
2 citations
,
August 2020 in “Natural Product Communications” This study found that the topical application of a mixture of Platycladus orientalis leaf extract and α-terpineol promoted hair growth in mice by inducing early anagen transition and increasing growth factor expressions.
1 citations
,
November 2008 Yonnyuniksoogobon-dan taken orally promotes hair growth by affecting growth factors in hair roots.
August 2024 in “Journal of Animal Science and Technology” This study identified specific keratin-associated protein genes that are highly expressed in different varieties and sexes of Angora goats, providing insights for improving mohair development through targeted breeding strategies.
11 citations
,
March 2024 in “Cell and Tissue Research” In this review, researchers summarize the methods for characterizing telocytes, outline their physiological roles and implications in diseases, and discuss potential future studies including precise markers and targeted therapies.
5-ARI therapy may help prevent prostate cancer progression.
180 citations
,
January 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study observed that vitamin D receptor knockout mice exhibit impaired epidermal differentiation and progressive hair loss, suggesting the importance of the vitamin D receptor in normal skin and hair follicle development.
78 citations
,
November 2005 in “Endocrinology” This study found that Hairless (Hr) acts as a corepressor of the vitamin D receptor (VDR) in human keratinocytes, blocking the action of vitamin D on keratinocyte differentiation.
21 citations
,
November 2017 in “Cochrane library” This study concluded that laparoscopic ovarian drilling does not clearly improve menstrual regularity or androgenic symptoms in PCOS compared to most medical treatments, but it may have fewer gastrointestinal side effects than metformin plus clomiphene.
4 citations
,
February 2025 in “Nutrients” This randomized controlled trial found that consuming *Gynostemma pentaphyllum* extract significantly improved hair elasticity, density, and diameter over 24 weeks without severe adverse events, suggesting it as a safe functional food ingredient for hair health improvement.
1 citations
,
January 2023 in “Science Advances” This study found that bacterially induced metabolic changes in stem cells can enhance skin and hair follicle regeneration in both mice and humans, suggesting potential strategies for improving recovery after injury.
22 citations
,
August 2020 in “Molecules” This study found that applying AGN root extract containing decursin to mouse skin accelerated hair growth and altered inflammatory cytokine levels compared to a control.