September 2025 in “Experimental & Molecular Medicine” This study observed that the small molecules KY19382 and KY19334 inhibited cancerous traits in human cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma cells by suppressing the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, indicating their potential as treatments for cancers involving CDK1 overexpression and diseases related to CXXC5 accumulation.
July 2025 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers identified six novel prognostic biomarkers for bladder cancer and developed a predictive model that effectively stratifies patients into high-risk and low-risk groups based on immune cell infiltration differences and gene expression.
August 2024 in “IAHS Medical Journal” This study, conducted among 50 women with female-pattern hair loss, observed that 89% had deficient or insufficient vitamin D levels and also showed low ferritin levels, suggesting these deficiencies may contribute to hair loss.
April 2024 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” This article discusses the challenges in understanding and treating premature graying of hair and calls for more extensive research, reporting no new findings.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” This study found that genetic variants linked to hypothyroidism significantly increased the risk of developing alopecia areata, suggesting a causative connection between the two conditions.
June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This case report describes a 15-year-old girl with features of Becker naevus syndrome, highlighting the importance of DNA analysis from skin to confirm the diagnosis after 9 years of symptoms.
January 2023 in “Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal”
December 2020 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy” This review covers hair anatomy, common hair diseases, diagnostic approaches, management, and hair care, but reports no new clinical findings; the authors highlight the importance of proper hair care knowledge.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This case report emphasizes the importance of recognizing non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia as a cause of hyperandrogenism and the need for genetic counseling given potential familial implications.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews various in vitro and laboratory animal models for studying potential therapies for alopecia and reports no new results.
January 2017 in “Journal of traditional medicine & clinical naturopathy” This paper discusses using homoeopathic treatments combined with trichology techniques to diagnose and treat various types of hair loss, including those linked to conditions like anemia and stress, but does not report specific results.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” This research outlines how retinoids, compounds based on vitamin A, activate nuclear receptors to influence cellular processes such as differentiation and carcinogenesis, with benefits like anti-inflammatory properties but requiring careful management of dose-dependent side effects.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” This review updates on various methods for hair and scalp examination, encompassing non-invasive, semi-invasive, and invasive techniques, and reports no new results.
December 2014 in “Annals of psychophysiology” This study reported that chronic use of performance-enhancing drugs significantly altered users' personalities and physical attributes, raising concerns about whether the perceived benefits outweigh the costs.
August 2013 in “Gastroenterology” This case report highlights a 60-year-old patient's diagnosis with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, characterized by gastrointestinal polyps, diarrhea, weight loss, brittle nails, alopecia, and skin changes, which showed improvement with treatment.
January 2010 in “Yearbook of Endocrinology” Two new compounds can block androgen receptor activity in different ways and may lead to new treatments for androgen-related diseases.
December 2009 in “Saengmyeong gwahag hoeji/Saengmyeong gwahak hoeji” This study observed that thymosin beta 4 and VEGF have similar expression patterns in various human tissues, suggesting a role in angiogenesis and organ function.
November 2004 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” This chapter reviews polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), focusing on its definition, causes, and treatment approaches, but reports no new research findings.
October 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Mice treatments didn't grow hair, a patient treatment may affect immune response, and people with hair loss often feel anxious or depressed.
June 2026 in “Scholarly review .” This review discusses the impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals on pediatric health, linking them to various disorders, and calls for improved biomonitoring strategies and precautionary policies.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Zoology and Animal Biology” This case report describes an 11-year-old Lhasa Apso diagnosed with hypothyroidism and diabetes mellitus, illustrating the link between these common endocrine disorders in dogs.
November 2022 in “The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences” This case report documents a rare instance of hair loss associated with isoniazid initiation in a 32-year-old male undergoing antitubercular treatment.
July 2019 in “Mayo Clinic proceedings” This case study concluded that weight loss is the initial recommended approach for treating secondary hypogonadism, as shown by improvements in testosterone levels and symptoms in an obese 37-year-old patient.
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
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May 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” In this study, a novel mutation in the glucocorticoid receptor gene was identified in a young woman, impairing glucocorticoid signaling and leading to generalized glucocorticoid resistance.
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February 2015 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” This review discusses Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition caused by NR 3C1 gene mutations leading to glucocorticoid resistance, and reports no new clinical results; early identification and genetic testing are recommended for diagnosis.
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October 2023 in “Oncogene” In this review, the researchers detailed how the p63 transcription factor influences epithelial stem cell activities such as self-renewal, differentiation, and proliferation, highlighting the role of TAp63 and ΔNp63 isoforms in both normal tissue development and cancer pathogenesis.
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August 2022 in “International journal of biological and chemical sciences” This study found that iodine deficiency, iodine excess, or the presence of antithyroid substances affected growth and behavior in Wistar rats, leading to various symptoms such as lethargy and alopecia.
March 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that patients with RASopathies demonstrated lower levels of serum IgA and CD8 T cells compared to controls, potentially indicating an increased risk of developing autoimmune disorders.
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October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” This research highlights that engineered mice lacking the vitamin D receptor show multiple health issues similar to human vitamin D deficiency, underscoring the widespread impacts of the vitamin D endocrine system.