15 citations,
December 2016 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” Most skin changes during pregnancy are harmless and moles don't significantly change, but many women experience pigmentation changes due to hormones and sun exposure.
15 citations,
October 2011 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Obesity changes androgen levels in women with PCOS, leading to higher testosterone relative to androstenedione.
12 citations,
February 2006 in “Lipids” Hair texture changes with age due to varying levels of lipids.
10 citations,
October 2008 in “Andrologia” Finasteride changes antioxidant enzyme expression, possibly affecting sperm protection in rats.
9 citations,
March 2019 in “European Journal of Sport Science” New signs like changes in blood markers, physical symptoms, and behavioral shifts may help detect hidden steroid use in athletes.
8 citations,
December 2003 in “Materials Research-ibero-american Journal of Materials” Polyquaternium 7® builds up on hair, improving its look and feel, and AFM is good for measuring these changes.
6 citations,
May 2021 in “JAMA network open” Babies who gain weight quickly, especially in the first 3 months, may start puberty earlier.
6 citations,
January 2012 in “Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology” Women with epilepsy on certain medications might gain weight and have higher thyroid-stimulating hormone levels, but not more polycystic ovarian syndrome.
3 citations,
August 2022 in “Archives animal breeding/Archiv für Tierzucht” Certain genetic changes in the KAP22-1 gene are linked to better wool quality in Egyptian sheep.
3 citations,
January 2019 in “Jikken doubutsu ihou/Jikken doubutsu/Experimental animals/Jikken Dobutsu” Pigs without the Hairless gene showed skin and thymus changes, useful for studying human hair disorders.
3 citations,
April 2010 in “Journal of Receptors and Signal Transduction” Minoxidil, a common alopecia medication, might cause eye changes due to its properties and lack of tissue selectivity.
3 citations,
January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that individualized treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing menopause symptoms and health risks.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Changes in KRT17 gene activity linked to wool production in Angora rabbits.
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2 citations,
January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” Skin problems are common in Lupus patients and can indicate the disease's severity, requiring specific treatments and lifestyle changes.
2 citations,
March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Microorganisms” Mice with a virus similar to COVID-19 had skin damage, but a special treatment helped repair it.
1 citations,
April 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology” Sudden weight loss can cause significant hair loss, and using colchicine on the skin for psoriasis may be unsafe.
September 2023 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology” Vav2 changes how hair follicle stem cells' genes work as they age, which might improve regeneration but also raise cancer risk.
March 2023 in “East African scholars journal of medical sciences” Metformin may help regulate periods and cause modest weight loss in PCOS patients, but more research is needed.
January 2023 in “Our Dermatology Online” Most pregnant women experience skin changes, especially increased pigmentation.
Lifestyle changes can improve skin health and reduce disease symptoms.
February 2022 in “Endocrine connections” People with reproductive, thyroid disorders, and type 2 diabetes can experience voice changes, but more research is needed to understand this better.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Pubertal acne is linked to hormonal changes, affects quality of life, and is treated similarly to adult acne.
Skin changes throughout life, from development before birth to aging effects like wrinkles, influenced by both genetics and environment.
June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Skin changes can indicate starvation and nutritional deficiencies in anorexia nervosa.
November 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.
August 2009 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment for the health of the mother and baby.
May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine” Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
October 1971 in “The BMJ” Hair loss can be linked to hormonal changes, and physical conditions like heart defects can cause depression.
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December 2015 in “Neuroendocrinology” Finasteride treatment changes brain steroid levels and receptors, affecting brain function even after stopping treatment.