July 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” This case report described a 32-year-old woman with plica neuropathica who was diagnosed with schizophrenia after initially seeking dermatological care for her severely matted hair, illustrating a rare presentation of schizophrenia and the importance of considering psychiatric conditions in such cases.
January 2023 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” This review details skin conditions in children and adolescents related to the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, emphasizing mask-related acne and various cutaneous manifestations linked to infection and vaccination, with most being mild or nonspecific.
January 2016 in “Journal of SAFOG” This study observed that androgenic hormone levels were higher in high school girls with PCOS phenotypes accompanied by menstrual disorders, particularly oligomenorrhea.
January 2012 in “The Journal of Qazvin University of Medical Sciences” This study examined the prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome phenotypes among adolescent females in Shiraz, finding a notable presence of different symptoms and emphasizing the need for early detection.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that serum calcium, serum ferritin, and vitamin D3 levels were lower in students with premature graying of hair compared to controls, suggesting a potential role in the condition.
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October 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” This study found that an intranasal gel containing risperidone-loaded glycethosomes significantly enhanced drug bioavailability and improved neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects in schizophrenia-induced rats compared to oral therapies, suggesting a promising alternative for schizophrenic patients who struggle with adhering to oral medication.
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September 1981 in “Zentralblatt für Veterinärmedizin Reihe A” In this animal study, pigs on a biotin-deficient diet showed significant hair loss, weak and brittle claws, and skin lesions after 8–10 weeks, with tissue necrosis observed microscopically after 15 weeks.
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March 2017 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that short-term exposure to PM2.5 and Asian dust particles did not increase skin symptoms in schoolchildren.
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December 2018 in “Case reports in endocrinology” This case study reported a postmenopausal woman with a testosterone-secreting ovarian tumor that was not detected through standard clinical or radiological examination but was found via biopsy.
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August 2009 in “Journal of advances in medical and biomedical research” This study found that 2.9% of adolescents in Zanjan, Iran, have polycystic ovarian syndrome, with prevalence similar to other societies.
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January 2025 in “Neuropsychopharmacology Reports” In this study, researchers found a direct link between autism and the intake of sugar and maltose, while an inverse connection was observed with the intake of total carbohydrate, fructose, and lactose, indicating a potential relationship between dietary patterns and autism.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, female pattern hair loss was prevalent in 28.6% of secondary school girls, with higher rates in rural areas and associations with family history, irregular menses, thyroid disease, and hirsutism.
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January 2013 in “Advanced Biomedical Research” This study suggests that greater sensitivity to androgens, as indicated by higher than grade 2 androgenic alopecia, may reduce the risk of schizophrenia by 8.62 times.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” In this study, 10.25% of school children aged 5-15 in Belagavi were found to have premature greying of hair, with the majority showing mild severity according to the Graying Severity Score.
August 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” In this pilot study, middle school students who participated in a 30-minute educational program on alopecia areata significantly improved their knowledge of the condition and were more willing to befriend bald peers, supporting the curriculum's potential to reduce stigma and enhance psychosocial well-being.
January 2019 in “Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry” This study identified 14 different phytoconstituents in the methanolic fruit extract of Citrullus colocynthis, suggesting its potential pharmacological importance.
December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetic”
January 1999 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” This case report describes a rare occurrence of ectodermal dysplasia features in a 14-year-old with MBTPS1 gene variants, expanding the known spectrum of related disorders.
January 1992 in “Journal of Oriental Neuropsychiatry” This study found that zinc, copper, and chromium levels were significantly lower in the hair of Korean individuals with schizophrenia compared to healthy individuals.
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December 1968 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
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April 2018 in “Physiology & Behavior” In this study, clozapine reduced suicide-related behaviors in a schizophrenia-like mouse model, but its effects on exploratory behavior were counteracted by the neurosteroid inhibitor finasteride.
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February 2023 in “Vaccines” This study reported cases of post-vaccine telogen effluvium and alopecia among five individuals in Ecuador following a mixed COVID-19 vaccination regimen, typically appearing within 3 to 17 days after inoculation.
This study is designed to explore how circadian rhythms are affected by obesity and mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, using biological and lifestyle data from independently living adults.
December 2025 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers identified a significant prevalence of alopecia among adolescents, especially females, and they associated iron deficiency as a key factor, highlighting the importance of nutritional monitoring in this group.
December 2025 in “PubMed” In this study, researchers found that adolescent alopecia is significantly prevalent, especially among females, and is associated with iron deficiency, highlighting the need for nutritional monitoring in this group.
January 2025 in “Acta Dermatovenerologica Alpina Pannonica et Adriatica” This study found a high prevalence of alopecia in adolescents from northern Sudan, especially among females, and identified iron deficiency as significantly associated with the condition.
November 2024 in “DELOS Desarrollo Local Sostenible” In this study, researchers observed that Thunbergia grandiflora and Russelia equisetiformis exhibited mutual aid by altering their phenotypic characteristics to facilitate intertwining, suggesting a form of solidarity without apparent external threats.
January 2010 in “Belarusian State Pedagogical University repository (Belarusian State Pedagogical University)” This question-based abstract lists potential survey questions regarding contraception, hormone therapy, and related health issues but presents no new research findings.
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January 1999 in “Endocrinology” This study found that cortisol increases mac25/IGFBP-rP1 expression in osteoblast-enriched cells from fetal rat calvariae, indicating transcriptional regulation which may influence IGF and insulin effects in bone.
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August 1971 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that enzyme activity influencing estradiol-to-estrone conversion in Wistar rat skin varied with the hair cycle in dorsal skin but was minimal in plantar skin.