277 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” The skin's layers protect, sense, and regulate the body's internal balance, but can be prone to cancer.
81 citations
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April 2011 in “European Journal of Internal Medicine” Despite progress, better treatments and understanding are needed for the high rates of long-term issues and deaths linked to eating disorders.
22 citations
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January 1979 in “JAMA” Minoxidil can lower blood pressure effectively and safely in emergencies.
19 citations
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September 2015 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Active transdermal technologies in cosmetics help deliver skin treatments effectively, but their safety and effectiveness depend on skin type and treatment choice.
5 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” A man got a rare rash from the drug topiramate, which went away after he stopped taking it.
3 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.
September 2019 in “Rheumatology advances in practice” Diagnosing and treating rapidly worsening lung disease is difficult and requires better guidelines and understanding.
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
130 citations
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January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia cause skin problems, and dermatologists can help detect these disorders early for better treatment outcomes.
75 citations
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November 2007 in “Clinical endocrinology” Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.
40 citations
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September 2013 in “Biomaterials” Scientists created 3D hair-like structures that could help study hair growth and test treatments.
33 citations
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January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” Systemic Lupus Erythematosus has varied symptoms and is hard to diagnose, affecting many body parts and requiring careful clinical judgment.
22 citations
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April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
8 citations
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May 2022 in “International journal of nanomedicine” Lecithin-encapsulated resveratrol nanoparticles could be a safe and effective anti-cancer treatment.
7 citations
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May 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” A man with multiple autoimmune diseases developed liver injury from azathioprine, but his liver improved after stopping the drug.
3 citations
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December 2019 in “Biomedical dermatology” Sonic hedgehog proteins may help grow hair.
March 2024 in “Biomedical reports” Isoflavone may help manage PCOS symptoms, but its effectiveness is uncertain.
July 2017 Proper care and diet are crucial to prevent health issues in gerbils.
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August 2007 in “Drug and therapeutics bulletin” Eflornithine's effectiveness for women with facial hirsutism is unclear.
282 citations
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April 2007 in “Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry” Apple polyphenol, especially oligomeric procyanidins, can reduce fat absorption and lower blood fat levels.
119 citations
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November 2009 in “Human Reproduction” Women with PCOS and higher androgen levels are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
114 citations
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January 2014 in “World Journal of Gastroenterology” People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.
74 citations
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January 2006 in “Endocrine journal” Low-dose gonadotropin treatment is effective for infertility in women with PCOS, leading to high ovulation rates and comparable pregnancy rates with fewer complications.
69 citations
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December 2005 in “Nature Clinical Practice Endocrinology & Metabolism” Blocking the enzyme 11β-HSD1 might help treat obesity and metabolic issues.
50 citations
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August 2017 in “Diabetologia” Metformin has limited effectiveness for improving PCOS symptoms and lacks clear benefits, needing more research to confirm its efficacy.
50 citations
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November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Botox increased hair count in men with baldness and might work by improving scalp blood flow.
48 citations
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September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Anorexia nervosa can cause skin problems, which may help with early diagnosis and usually improve with treatment.
47 citations
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January 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” High testosterone to epitestosterone ratio in hair could predict male-pattern baldness.
45 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences” Women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease, especially if they have metabolic problems.