October 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Comprehensive screening for infections is crucial before starting JAK inhibitors in alopecia areata patients.
45 citations,
September 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” The study found that the enzyme linked to acne is present in the same areas of both acne-affected and normal skin.
26 citations,
December 2006 in “Endocrinology” A cream with a specific hormone blocker increases hair growth in mice.
7 citations,
November 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Skin side effects from cancer treatments can lead to changes in therapy and are common, with nail changes being the most frequent.
January 2011 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” The adapalene-benzoyl peroxide gel works better and faster for acne treatment than using either ingredient alone, with manageable side effects.
84 citations,
January 2018 in “Biomaterials Science” Sericin hydrogels heal skin wounds well, regrowing hair and glands with less scarring.
41 citations,
September 1991 in “Medical hypotheses” Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.
15 citations,
March 2012 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Local injections of nanosized rhEPO can speed up skin healing and improve quality after deep second-degree burns.
12 citations,
August 2011 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” Anti-Müllerian hormone is a specific marker for ovarian issues in women with conditions like PCOS.
6 citations,
September 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower melatonin levels are linked to more skin aging.
2 citations,
October 2019 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Obese people have more and worse skin problems than those of normal weight.
April 2017 in “International journal of current advanced research” Pregnant women often have skin changes, but only a small percentage have skin conditions caused by or specific to pregnancy; doctors need to tell them apart for proper treatment.
336 citations,
August 2015 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” The Rotterdam Study found risk factors for elderly diseases, links between lifestyle and genetics with health conditions, and aimed to explore new areas like DNA methylation and sensory input effects on brain function.
93 citations,
January 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Eating a high-glycemic diet may worsen acne by increasing certain protein levels and expressions in the skin.
57 citations,
April 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Vitamin D receptor is crucial for starting hair growth after birth.
52 citations,
October 2004 in “Veterinary dermatology” Melatonin and mitotane treatment led to hair re-growth in 62% of dogs with Alopecia X, but this was not always linked to normal hormone levels.
49 citations,
April 1997 in “Human reproduction” Hormone therapy for excessive hair growth is as good with GnRHa as with high-dose CPA, but GnRHa has longer-lasting results.
47 citations,
September 2016 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” The skin's ability to produce hormones is linked to various skin conditions, and better understanding this process could lead to new treatments.
40 citations,
March 1982 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.
36 citations,
July 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with hair loss have higher risk of high blood sugar and diabetes, and lower levels of a specific hormone.
34 citations,
March 2003 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Most dogs with alopecia had higher than normal levels of certain hormones, but hair loss might not always be linked to these hormone changes.
27 citations,
October 1945 in “Endocrinology” Synthetic hormone treatment reduces melanin and hair growth in rats.
24 citations,
June 2018 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Thyroid diseases may contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, and more research is needed on their relationship.
24 citations,
October 2017 in “Scientific reports” Changing light exposure can affect hair growth timing in goats, possibly due to a key gene, CSDC2.
20 citations,
September 2013 in “Anti-Cancer Drugs” PTH-CBD could help prevent and treat hair loss caused by chemotherapy in mice.
19 citations,
January 2011 in “Obstetrics and gynecology international” Red clover extract improved hair, skin, mood, sleep, and tiredness in postmenopausal women.
18 citations,
December 2016 in “Phytomedicine” Curcuma aeruginosa essential oil effectively reduces hair growth and lightens underarm skin.
14 citations,
April 2022 in “Climacteric” Menopause causes dry skin, wrinkles, and hair changes, with hormone therapy helping but not recommended just for these issues.
10 citations,
January 1985 in “Elsevier eBooks” Active oxygen species might be involved in skin tumor growth, but their exact role is unclear.
8 citations,
April 2014 in “Anti-Cancer Drugs” A hormone linked to collagen helps hair grow back in mice after chemotherapy, and may also prevent bone loss.