research Prevalence and Factors Associated with Neonatal Occipital Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
The study concluded that neonatal occipital alopecia is common, not caused by physical friction, and usually resolves on its own without treatment.
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research Cross-Sectional Study on Prescription Habits in Androgenetic Alopecia Among Dermatologists in Spain in 2017
In 2017, Spanish dermatologists most often prescribed minoxidil and finasteride for male hair loss, and minoxidil and oral contraceptives for premenopausal female hair loss.
research Hair Loss Among Transgender and Gender-Nonbinary Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
Transgender and nonbinary individuals experience hair loss, with transmen on testosterone seeing more severe hair loss, while feminizing hormones may stabilize hair loss in transwomen.
research Buschke-Ollendorff Syndrome: Clinical Features and Genetic Insights
Buschke-Ollendorff syndrome is a rare genetic disorder causing skin and bone changes, with some cases also showing ADHD or developmental delays.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Unselected Caucasian Women from Spain
Polycystic ovary syndrome is found in 6.5% of unselected Caucasian women in Spain.
research Genetic Predictors of Testosterone and Their Associations with Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Factors: A Mendelian Randomization Investigation
Testosterone is linked to cardiovascular risk factors and stroke, but its exact role is unclear.
research Androgen Dependence of Hirsutism, Acne, and Alopecia in Women
Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.
research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovaries in Women with Self-Reported Symptoms of Oligomenorrhoea and/or Hirsutism: Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 Study
Women with irregular periods and/or excessive body hair are more likely to have polycystic ovaries, and this condition is linked to higher health risks.
research Obesity and Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Cause and an Effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
research Androgen Profile in Chinese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Their Reproductive Years
Chinese women with PCOS have higher androgen levels, which change with age and weight.
research The Implication of Mechanistic Approaches and the Role of the Microbiome in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review
Changes in gut bacteria can contribute to the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), affecting metabolism, immunity, and causing inflammation. Treatments may involve adjusting these factors.
research Placental mRNA Expression of Neurokinin B Is Increased in PCOS Pregnancies with Female Offspring
Pregnant women with PCOS have higher levels of Neurokinin B in the placenta, especially with female babies.
research Association of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Contact Allergens in Everyday Skincare Products in Hispanic Females: A Case-Control Study
Increased sunscreen use may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia in Hispanic females.
research Questionnaire Modifications and Alternative Scoring Methods of the Dermatology Life Quality Index: A Systematic Review
There is a significant need for better-validated quality of life tools in dermatology.
research Assessing the Role of Stressful Life Events in the Induction and Recurrence of Alopecia Areata: A Case-Control Study
Stress can trigger or worsen alopecia areata.
research The Tale of Stress: An Exploratory Analysis of Cortisol Levels in the Tail Hair of Captive Asian Elephants
Elephant tail-hair can show past stress levels, matching times when stressful events happened.
research Are Finasteride-Related Penile Curvature/Peyronie’s Disease Adverse Event Reports Worthy of Further Clinical Investigation? Disproportionality Analysis Based on Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) Pharmacovigilance Databases
Finasteride may be linked to Peyronie’s disease, but more research is needed.
research Safety Concerns of Paternal Drug Exposure on Fertility, Pregnancy, and Offspring: An Analysis Based on the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System
Paternal drug exposure can harm fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and offspring health, with specific drugs linked to various reproductive issues.
research Association Between Non-Scarring Alopecia and Hypothyroidism: A Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
The study found that alopecia areata and hypothyroidism increase the risk of each other, but androgenetic alopecia and hypothyroidism do not.
research Telogen Effluvium Associated with Weight Loss: A Single Center Retrospective Study
Weight loss can cause temporary hair loss, especially in women and older adults.
research The Role of Testosterone in SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Low testosterone levels may lead to more severe COVID-19 outcomes.
research Pharmacovigilance-Based Drug Repurposing: Searching for Putative Drugs With Hypohidrosis or Anhidrosis Adverse Events for Use Against Hyperhidrosis
Certain existing drugs, like glycopyrronium and botulinum toxin type A, may help treat excessive sweating.
research Genome-Wide Association Meta-Analysis of Individuals of European Ancestry Identifies New Loci Explaining a Substantial Fraction of Hair Color Variation and Heritability
New genetic locations explain much of hair color variation in Europeans.
research Isolation of Dermatophytes from Dogs and Cats with Suspected Dermatophytosis in Western Turkey
Young dogs and cats in Western Turkey often have skin infections caused by fungi, especially Microsporum canis.
research Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium
Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Prostate Cancer Risk in a Population-Based Case-Control Study
Men who start losing hair at age 30 may have a lower risk of prostate cancer.
research Detection of Male Hypogonadism in Patients with Post COVID-19 Condition
Nearly half of the studied men with long COVID had low testosterone, including younger men.
research Prevalence and Associated Factors of Skin Cancer in Aged Nursing Home Residents: A Multicenter Prevalence Study
Skin cancer is common in elderly nursing home residents, with risk factors including being male, having light skin, outdoor work history, and smoking. Regular skin checks are recommended.
research A Comment on the Post-Finasteride Syndrome
The true incidence of post-Finasteride syndrome is unclear, and more research is needed.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction and Depression in Finasteride Users for Male Pattern Hair Loss: A Serious Concern or Red Herring?
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause sexual dysfunction and depression, but these effects are usually temporary and the drug is generally safe. More research is needed.