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January 2011 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology” New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
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1 citations,
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12 citations,
August 2016 in “Current opinion in genetics & development” Organs like hair follicles can renew themselves in complex ways, adapting to different needs and environments.
85 citations,
March 2002 in “Body & Society” The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
15 citations,
March 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplantation has evolved since 1822, with significant advancements by key figures and widespread international growth.
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March 2010 in “Infectious Disease Clinics of North America” The document concludes that rapid identification, isolation, and strict infection control are crucial to manage SARS outbreaks.
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January 2011 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” Insulin resistance in women with PCOS can lead to serious health issues, but lifestyle changes and certain medications can help manage symptoms.
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July 2018 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” Disrupted sleep patterns can harm skin and hair cell renewal, but melatonin might help.
3 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” Finasteride may affect PNMT, causing side effects.
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May 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” Myoinositol helps improve menstrual cycles and some skin issues in women with PCOS.
June 2019 in “The Egyptian Journal of Fertility and Sterility” Chromium picolinate was better tolerated than metformin for PCOS with fewer side effects.
200 citations,
October 2009 in “European journal of endocrinology” Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.
121 citations,
April 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.
60 citations,
April 2012 in “Physiology” The document concludes that understanding hair and feather regeneration can help develop new regenerative medicine strategies.
37 citations,
February 2007 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” The document concludes that treating PCOS requires a combination of drugs to manage reproductive and metabolic symptoms, with more research needed on combination therapies.
37 citations,
April 2010 in “FEBS Letters” The study concludes that the EDA2R gene is activated by p53 during chemotherapy but is not necessary for chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
68 citations,
January 2008 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” Women with PCOS often feel stigmatized and have mood issues, which can lower their sexual satisfaction, but proper treatment and support can help.
2 citations,
October 2009 in “The FASEB Journal” Stress does not greatly speed up aging or hair loss in politicians.
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November 2019 in “Synapse” Brain-made chemicals can control nerve cell function differently in various parts of a mouse's brain, which may help us understand neurological conditions.
17 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Treating excessive hair in women requires a holistic approach, including medical, aesthetic, and emotional support.
13 citations,
December 2018 in “Development, Growth & Differentiation” Sex hormones, especially estradiol, can change chicken feather shapes and colors.
144 citations,
August 2019 in “Cells” The WNT signaling pathway is important in many diseases and targeting it could offer new treatments.
November 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Galea fixation is a safe and effective way to remove bald scalp with minimal scarring and reduced stretch-back.
60 citations,
February 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Metformin combined with lifestyle changes improves insulin resistance and reduces testosterone levels in women with PCOS more than lifestyle changes alone.