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6 citations,
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6 citations,
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4 citations,
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4 citations,
April 2010 in “Expert review of dermatology” Restoring immune privilege in hair follicles could help treat certain types of hair loss.
4 citations,
July 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, linked to contaminated L-tryptophan supplements, caused severe symptoms and some deaths, with long-term effects in survivors.
3 citations,
May 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Faulty inflammasome activation may lead to autoimmune skin diseases and could be a target for new treatments.
3 citations,
September 2020 in “Molecular Brain” The anti-viral drug Elvitegravir may protect brain cells from damage related to neurodegenerative diseases.
3 citations,
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3 citations,
September 2000 in “Geriatric nursing” Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
3 citations,
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2 citations,
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2 citations,
September 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The two-step procedure of fat grafting followed by hair grafting improves scalp and facial scar correction.
2 citations,
December 2008 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A small forehead lesion led to the discovery of a significant brain arteriovenous malformation in a young girl.
2 citations,
March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Isolated patchy heterochromia with pili annulati can occur without other health issues.
1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
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October 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” Insulin resistance may contribute to hair loss in people with androgenic alopecia.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Nails can reveal important health information about skin and body conditions.
Calcipotriene ointment improved a child's skin condition known as En coup de sabre.
December 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” M-CSF-stimulated myeloid cells can cause alopecia areata in mice.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Laser treatment for skin conditions VEN and ILVEN is effective and liked by patients.