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January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin pigmentation, stretch marks, and changes in hair, nails, and sweat glands, with most resolving after birth.
May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.
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April 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Buschke-Ollendorff syndrome is a rare genetic disorder causing skin and bone changes, with some cases also showing ADHD or developmental delays.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists should monitor potassium levels in women taking spironolactone for acne, hair loss, and hirsutism.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some plants like spinach, broccoli, and matcha may boost the effectiveness of the hair growth drug minoxidil.
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Low-dose spironolactone can be effective for treating hair loss in women.
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October 2009 in “Photomedicine and laser surgery” IPL treatment can significantly reduce hair in faun tail but may need local anesthesia.
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April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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November 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.
May 2024 in “Aktualʹnì problemi sučasnoï medicini: Vìsnik Ukraïnsʹkoï medičnoï stomatologìčnoï akademì” Spironolactone and clascoterone are promising acne treatments with fewer side effects.
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August 2021 in “PubMed” Oral spironolactone effectively treats hair loss with mild, manageable side effects.
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39 citations,
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January 2014 in “Cells tissues organs” Hair follicle stem cells can help repair nerve and spinal cord injuries.
September 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Both treatment combinations improved hair growth similarly and were safe.
Ethanol and methanol extracts of Spirulina platensis do not kill WiDr colon cancer cells.
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January 1995 in “Postgraduate medicine” Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.
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2 citations,
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July 2009 in “Journal Of Endocrinology, Metabolism And Diabetes Of South Africa” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
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2 citations,
September 2020 Long-term high testosterone levels can improve bone density and reduce body fat but may increase the risk of prostate cancer and high blood pressure.