10 citations
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February 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that TRH modulates specific keratins in human scalp tissue, suggesting its potential influence on hair growth and the need for further exploration of neuroendocrine controls in keratin expression.
October 2022 in “Journal of advanced research in medicine” This case study reports that a 52-year-old woman with Sheehan syndrome improved after receiving hormone replacement therapy, highlighting its importance for patients with similar symptoms.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Aging significantly affects the hair and scalp of nonbalding Caucasian women, with changes that differ from male pattern baldness.
March 2012 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” This study found significant variability among NASPAG members in diagnostic approaches for PCOS, though there was more agreement on recommended first-line therapies such as oral contraceptives and lifestyle changes.
144 citations
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article reviews the concept of telogen effluvium and emphasizes the importance of identifying triggers and using diagnostic investigations to determine the cause of hair loss, without reporting new results.
98 citations
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February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” This review explores the hormonal regulation of hair growth and changes with season, age, and sexual development, and calls for improved treatments for hair disorders.
51 citations
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January 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” This article examines various types of childhood alopecia and highlights the importance of identifying chronic conditions or those linked to underlying medical issues, but reports no new results.
44 citations
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November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review provides a framework for diagnosing acquired scalp alopecias and discusses both non-scarring and scarring types, but reports no new clinical results.
36 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review discusses madarosis, its diverse causes, and suggests follicular unit transplantation as a useful treatment for scarring types, but reports no new clinical results.
35 citations
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February 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Early diagnosis and treatment of TPP can prevent complications.
30 citations
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March 2001 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” This review explores the significant impacts of hormonal changes within normal physiological ranges and suggests examining low-dose effects from chemicals disrupting hormonal activity; it presents no new clinical results.
25 citations
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January 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” This review discusses common psychodermatologic conditions and provides practical diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations but reports no new results; the authors emphasize the challenge of treating patients who lack insight into their psychiatric symptoms.
20 citations
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July 1990 in “Pediatrics in Review” This piece explains that 90% to 95% of pediatric alopecia cases are due to four main causes: alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, tinea capitis, and trichotillomania, with diagnosis typically confirmed through careful examination.
18 citations
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May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine” This paper reviews seven major systemic causes of hair loss and provides a clinical evaluation framework but reports no new experimental results.
12 citations
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February 2001 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” This review found no specific treatment for postpartum alopecia was adequately studied to be recommended as effective, highlighting significant limitations in the available literature.
6 citations
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March 2020 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that in Turkish participants, factors such as male gender, late-onset, and temporal-onset were linked with more severe hair graying.
2 citations
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March 2015 in “Hepatitis Monthly” This case report identified dystrophic anagen effluvium as a previously unreported dermatological side effect of PEG-INF-α-2a/RBV combination therapy in a patient with chronic hepatitis C infection.
1 citations
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August 2024 in “SAR Journal of Pathology and Microbiology” This study observed that among Iraqi women with hirsutism, most had hypothyroidism and elevated hormone levels, particularly DHEAS and testosterone, with acne being the most common associated clinical feature.
January 2026 in “Quality in Sport” This review highlights that isotretinoin effectively treats acne by addressing its pathogenic mechanisms, although managing its teratogenic risk and side effects through structured monitoring is crucial for safe use.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This case report describes a 4-year-old dog successfully managed for primary hypothyroidism and concurrent Babesia gibsoni infection, treated with thyroxine, Diminazine aceturate, antibiotics, and supportive therapies, resulting in clinical improvement and negative blood smear for Babesia by day 30.
July 2024 in “Journal of Rare Diseases” This review describes the genetic and phenotypic diversity of Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome, highlighting new DCAF17 gene variants and their varying clinical implications.
In this study, researchers found a strong association between premature graying of hair and deficiencies in vitamin D and B12, hypothyroidism, and deranged iron profiles, along with higher stress, altered appetite, smoking, and sleep pattern issues, significantly impacting quality of life.
March 2024 in “Intisari Sains Medis” This study highlights that juvenile SLE patients, particularly with lupus nephritis and critical conditions, may have a higher risk of thyroid dysfunction and low FT4, potentially worsening their prognosis.
October 2022 in “Southeast Asian journal of health professionals” This article discusses factors influencing hair greying, such as thyroid hormone levels and postmenopausal changes, and suggests lifestyle adjustments for hair health; it reports no new clinical findings.
August 2017 in “Companion animal” This article discusses the diagnostic approach to focal alopecia in dogs, focusing on distinguishing between pruritic skin disease and inflammatory or non-inflammatory causes; it presents no new experimental results.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” This review examines the clinical presentation and management strategies for alopecia areata, focusing on pediatric patients, and highlights the need for addressing its psychological impacts; it reports no new clinical findings.
October 2011 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Hormones significantly affect skin health, with vitamin D playing a key role.
58 citations
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January 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study suggests that sexual dimorphism in adipose tissue functions may be linked to androgen levels, as women with PCOS demonstrated a more masculine adipokine expression pattern.
7 citations
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January 2022 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” This study found that ginger supplementation significantly improved persistent hypothyroid symptoms and may aid in weight and lipid profile management in hypothyroid patients with normal TSH levels.
451 citations
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March 2005 in “Endocrine Reviews” This paper discusses the role of steroid sulfatase in hormone-dependent tumors and highlights the development of potent inhibitors, noting the commencement of a phase I trial for one inhibitor in postmenopausal breast cancer patients.