9 citations,
January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” Combining calcipotriol with mometasone is more effective for treating alopecia areata than using mometasone alone.
September 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Pilonidal sinus disease is linked to more severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
December 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia negatively affects quality of life, especially in younger, less educated, single, and rural individuals.
January 2021 in “Medpulse International Journal of General Medicine” 43 citations,
May 1999 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Agouti protein affects melanocortin receptors through competitive antagonism and receptor down-regulation.
May 2024 in “Journal of Fungi” Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” The study found that alopecia areata and hypothyroidism increase the risk of each other, but androgenetic alopecia and hypothyroidism do not.
December 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata needs more recognition and better treatment access in Latin America to improve patient care and outcomes.
Certain gene variations and different levels of BDNF and CRH hormones are linked to vitiligo.
75 citations,
September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” The skin produces and processes hormones, affecting both local and overall body functions.
3 citations,
December 2021 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” People with androgenetic alopecia have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Certain gene variations in PITX2 are linked to a higher risk of male pattern baldness in Indians.
May 2023 in “Journal of medical case reports” A young girl with skin and scalp conditions showed some improvement with treatment.
8 citations,
September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some diets and supplements might help with skin disorders, but their effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
June 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Early-onset AGA shows different hair and metabolic characteristics compared to normal-onset AGA.
3 citations,
March 2022 in “Haya: the Saudi journal of life sciences” Dates may improve heart health, fight infections, protect kidneys, reduce inflammation, support pregnancy, promote dental and bone health, enhance mental function, and have anti-cancer properties, and are also beneficial for skin and hair care.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Hormonal imbalances contribute to female hair loss, and trichoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool.
2 citations,
December 2021 in “Cureus” Most women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have skin issues like excessive hair, acne, or hair loss. Hormone imbalances are common, and age, certain hormones, and hormone ratios can predict acne. Obesity, infertility, and high cholesterol are also common in these women.
September 2006 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplant surgeries can be improved by preserving follicles in a special solution, and surgeries done at outpatient facilities are more profitable than those at hospitals.
4 citations,
April 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” The study concluded that a higher waist-hip ratio significantly increases the risk of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.
47 citations,
June 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” Men with early hair loss have similar hormone levels to women with PCOS, possibly increasing risk of obesity and heart issues.
14 citations,
February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Best hair transplant results happen when tissues are least damaged.
February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Best hair transplant results happen when tissues are least damaged.
Most postmenopausal women experience significant skin changes and various skin conditions.
4 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Mid-life Health” The most common skin problems in perimenopausal women in South India are infections, eczemas, and acne, possibly worsened by external factors and lifestyle practices.
24 citations,
April 2021 in “BMC women's health” High BMI worsens hair growth in women with PCOS.
7 citations,
December 2002 in “PubMed” The scalp has a natural speckled pattern of increased pigment around hair follicles, possibly linked to local hormone production.
1 citations,
November 2016 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” The study found no significant link between the symptoms, tissue analysis, and immunofluorescence results in scarring hair loss conditions.
1 citations,
October 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Most women with excessive hair growth in South India have hirsutism without a known cause, with common facial hair growth and some showing hormonal imbalances and polycystic ovaries.
129 citations,
June 1999 in “Archives of Dermatology” African Americans have less hair density than whites.