April 2024 in “JCEM case reports” A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Celebrity endorsements can greatly increase interest in cosmetic procedures.
January 2024 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Non-biologic immunosuppressive drugs are crucial for treating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory skin diseases.
August 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Imiquimod can cause rare skin side effects, some irreversible, and long-term follow-up is important for users.
July 2023 in “JCEM Case Reports” A 36-year-old woman with low potassium levels was found to have Cushing disease, and after treatment, her potassium levels normalized.
Modern skin cancer treatments can cause skin side effects and hair loss, affecting patients' quality of life.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” PRP therapy for hair loss is safe but its effectiveness is doubtful.
January 2023 in “Our Dermatology Online” Most pregnant women experience skin changes, especially increased pigmentation.
January 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Skin problems after waxing led to a sarcoidosis diagnosis.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Micropigmentation is a cosmetic tattooing technique for hiding skin issues and creating permanent makeup, but it can have side effects.
November 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
September 2022 in “Dermato” Adult acne is often related to hormonal disorders, especially in women, and may need long-term treatment involving specialists.
September 2022 in “Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences” Platelet-rich plasma helps in skin healing, scar repair, and may boost hair growth in alopecia.
July 2022 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” The document encourages attending the 2023 Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention.
September 2021 in “VNU Journal of Science: Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Platelet-rich plasma, which has growth factors, is used in many medical fields and can promote tissue repair, stimulate hair growth, and increase hair density.
August 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) can speed up healing in chronic wounds, improve hair density, and act as a natural filler for skin rejuvenation, but its use in hair loss treatment needs more evaluation.
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” PRP therapy is effective for hair regrowth and improving hair quality with minimal side effects.
Melampus might have cured Proetus' daughters, who possibly had ergotism or Cushing's syndrome, using the herb Helleborus niger, but a mix of factors could have caused their symptoms.
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
January 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” A mix of methotrexate, corticosteroids, and topical minoxidil effectively treated severe total body hair loss, but caused stretch marks and needs long-term monitoring.
June 2024 in “The American journal of psychiatry” Schizophrenia risk genes may affect early brain development, contributing to the disease.
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Macromolecules” The hydrogel made from plant polysaccharide and gelatin helps wounds heal faster by absorbing fluids and maintaining a moist healing environment.
November 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The STRIPAK complex is crucial for skin cell organization and creating a functional skin barrier.
Type II spiral ganglion neurites avoid high concentrations of laminin and fibronectin.
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
December 2021 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Red stripes on nails and hair loss may occur after COVID-19.
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April 2008 in “Neurobiology of aging” Scientists found a gene in mice that causes early hearing loss.
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November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Caffeine can damage hearing cells and affect hearing recovery after ear trauma.
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May 2019 in “Physiology & Behavior” Cocaine impairs male sexual behavior and alters testosterone metabolism in the brain.
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September 1994 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating various ear diseases in dogs and cats.