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This study observed that Tudor-SN protein may play a significant role in the immune system and that polyamines can influence hair growth in a mouse model.

This study found that finasteride treatment for androgenic alopecia significantly increased certain plasma polyamine levels over three years, but did not alter polyamine levels in urine.

This study found that spearmint tea reduced testosterone levels and improved self-reported hirsutism in women with PCOS, but did not significantly change objective hirsutism scores during the 30-day trial.

This study found weak to very weak correlations between estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone levels in the cerebrospinal fluid and serum of males without cerebral disorders.

This study evaluated the agreement between clinician and patient assessments of eyebrow and eyelash hair loss severity in adults with severe alopecia areata, using data from two phase 3 studies over 52 weeks.

This study found that vitamin D levels in children with autoimmune alopecia were often below optimal, but did not suggest a need for extra vitamin D screening beyond standard practices.

This study found that higher dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels are associated with reduced crowing complexity in Kokok Balenggek roosters.

This study found a significant relationship between the severity of acne vulgaris and the quality of life among adolescents in Gresik, with many experiencing severe disturbances in quality of life related to more severe acne.

Mouse tail skin has different keratinization near hair follicles and scales.

This study describes the structure and composition of the epidermal horny layer in elephant seals, noting that its keratinized cells are attached without a specialized fission zone, differing from the sloughing mechanism in reptiles.

This study found that dermoscopic indicators like black dots and tapering hairs are valuable markers for diagnosing and assessing the severity and activity of alopecia areata in Asian patients.

This study found that cross beam laser is a reliable tool for assessing scalp laxity in hair restoration surgery, with results comparable to the Mayer elasticity scale.

This study suggests that certain climate factors, particularly UV index and precipitation, may influence seasonal flare patterns in children with alopecia areata, especially those with atopic conditions.

In this study of Thai women with ovarian cancer receiving chemotherapy, researchers found that symptom experiences such as numbness, tingling, and fatigue were frequent and significantly affected quality of life, while the effectiveness of symptom management did not significantly predict quality of life.

This study assessed Palestinian women newly diagnosed with breast cancer and found that higher spiritual well-being is associated with improved body image and sexual functioning, and reduced distress from treatment side effects, suggesting spiritual support should be integrated into cancer care.

This study identified four ferroptosis-related genes, SLC40A1, LCN2, CREB5, and SLC7A11, as potential diagnostic markers for alopecia areata, revealing reduced expression in affected patients compared to controls, with a predictive model showing high accuracy in differentiating the condition.

This study reviews 10 herbal supplements, including Berberine and Cinnamon, as alternative treatments for PCOS, noting they are more accessible and affordable than conventional medications, especially in low-resource settings, though further clinical research is needed.

Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.

This study found that traction alopecia risk was higher in adults than children and increased further when traction was combined with chemically relaxed hair.

Skin stem cells maintain and repair the outer layer of skin, with some types being essential for healing wounds.

This study demonstrates that patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia have a higher severity and frequency of male pattern baldness compared to a control group.

This study reported that patients with acanthosis nigricans and insulin resistance exhibited higher insulin levels and were associated with increased insulin resistance correlating with serum testosterone levels.

This paper reviews hair structure and damage from grooming and cosmetic exposure but reports no new clinical findings; it suggests collaboration between dermatologists and cosmetic chemists to improve hair care products.

This study reports that the duration of hair loss is positively associated with the severity of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in African-American women.

This study found that dermatoscopy is useful for diagnosing and assessing primary cicatricial alopecias in Chinese patients, with alopecia mucinosa having a distinct feature of patulous follicular openings.

This study observed that specific trichoscopic features like white peripilar signs, scalp pigmentation, and focal atrichia are associated with advanced female pattern hair loss in Fitzpatrick skin type III patients.

This study developed and validated a 50-item questionnaire, the PCOSQ-50, to effectively assess the quality of life in Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome, addressing aspects often missed by previous questionnaires.

This study suggests that hypersensitivity and increased serum IgE levels might contribute to the pathogenesis of diffuse alopecia areata through intense local inflammatory infiltration.

This study observed that dupilumab led to significant hair regrowth and was well-tolerated in children with both alopecia areata and atopic dermatitis, showing promise as a safe treatment option for pediatric patients with associated atopy.

In this study, researchers found that as androgenetic alopecia severity increased, the hair follicle matrix and dermal papilla's volume and cell nuclei number decreased, especially in the papilla.