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May 2019 in “Cosmetics” 18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
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February 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Different fields of expertise must work together to better understand hair growth and create effective hair loss treatments.
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November 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
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February 2023 in “Advances in Therapy” Baricitinib, a drug for rheumatoid arthritis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, is generally safe with low risk of major side effects, even in patients with risk factors. It's also effective in promoting hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Trichology” Too much epidermal growth factor can cause hair loss.
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February 2024 in “Biomedicines” Pregnant women with PCOS have higher levels of Neurokinin B in the placenta, especially with female babies.
February 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Too much male hormone in mothers can negatively affect the sexual behavior of both male and female baby mice.
August 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a rare inherited disease causing hormone imbalances, affecting growth, fertility, and heart health, diagnosed through blood tests and treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
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June 1995 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride doesn't affect erections much, but may decrease libido in men.
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January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms, regulating periods, and reducing health risks, with specific medications for fertility and metabolic issues.
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May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A 23-year-old woman's missed periods were caused by a rare genetic disorder treated with hormone patches.
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September 2022 in “Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences” Long COVID affects over half of COVID-19 survivors, causing a range of symptoms like fatigue and neurological issues, with no specific treatment yet.
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June 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Women with PCOS often have more sleep problems than the general population.
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