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January 2003 in “Elsevier eBooks” Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.
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February 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Patients with mycosis fungoides have a higher risk of heart disease.
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September 2010 in “Current Urology Reports” New treatments for long-lasting erections improve outcomes but must be timely to avoid lasting damage.
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January 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil is an effective and safe treatment for hair loss.
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September 2022 in “Archives of dermatological research” The fractional carbon dioxide laser is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata and works better than betamethasone valerate cream alone.
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May 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” iNOS contributes to hair loss in obese diabetic mice and blocking it may encourage hair growth.
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September 2015 in “Clínica e Investigación en Arteriosclerosis” Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, but are not yet included in cardiovascular prevention guidelines.
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March 2024 in “Journal of medicinal plants studies” Hibiscus has medicinal benefits but can be toxic in high doses and is unsafe for pregnant women and infants.
October 2023 in “Research Review” Some skin tumors from hair follicles and glands can be linked to genetic syndromes and may be benign or malignant.
September 2023 in “Translational medicine reports” Minoxidil ingestion can raise liver enzyme levels.
December 2022 in “Deleted Journal” Sheep wool keratin solution safely and effectively promotes hair growth.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Minoxidil helps lower severe blood pressure and promotes hair growth but can have serious side effects and must be used continuously.
March 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery” Human skin has multiple layers and functions, with key roles in protection, temperature control, and appearance.
Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.
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September 2011 in “Cancer” Men who start losing hair at 20 may have a higher chance of getting prostate cancer later.
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February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Ustekinumab significantly improved sexual function and quality of life for people with moderate to severe psoriasis.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Methotrexate treatment for rheumatoid arthritis has a serious infection rate of about two per 100 patient-years.
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