research Hair Biology and Nutritional Influences
Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
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research Breakdown of Immune Tolerance in AIRE-Deficient Rats Induces a Severe Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy–Candidiasis–Ectodermal Dystrophy–Like Autoimmune Disease
AIRE-deficient rats developed severe autoimmune disease similar to APECED, useful for testing treatments.
research Herbal Treatment for Dermatologic Disorders
Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.
research Herbal Therapy in Dermatology
Some herbal therapies may help with skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Mucocutaneous Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin symptoms can indicate endocrine disorders and have various treatments.
research All That Glitters Is Not Gold – The Patient With 'Excellent' Weight Loss Following Bariatric Surgery
Even after successful weight loss surgery, a patient can have health issues like fatigue due to nutrient deficiencies and hormone imbalances.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective Study in a Tertiary Referral Center
Many women with hair loss also have thyroid issues, high blood pressure, and low Vitamin D.
research Effect of Bariatric Surgery on Weight Loss, Nutritional Deficiencies, Postoperative Complications, and Adherence to Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations: A Retrospective Cohort Study from Bahrain
Bariatric surgery helps with weight loss but can cause complications and nutritional deficiencies.
research Toxic Trace Metals and Pathological Changes in Organs of Rats Fed with Extract of Polluted Grasses
Eating plants from polluted areas can cause liver and kidney damage in rats due to toxic metals.
research The Link Between Obesity and the Skin
Obesity is linked to various skin conditions and issues, and losing weight can improve these conditions.
research An Analytical Study of Serum Ferritin, Vitamin D, and Thyroid Function in Females with Diffuse Hair Loss
Women with diffuse hair loss often have lower iron and vitamin D levels, but their thyroid function is typically normal.
research Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Primary Health Physicians in Saudi Arabia in Prescribing Vitamins and Minerals as Treatment for Hair Loss
Primary health physicians in Saudi Arabia need better guidelines for treating hair loss with vitamins and minerals.
research Role of 5α-Reductase in Health and Disease
5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: An Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.
research Misdiagnosis as Asphyxiating Thoracic Dystrophy and CMV-Associated Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome
Patients with Shwachman-Diamond syndrome often get misdiagnosed due to a wide range of symptoms, including immune system problems and bone abnormalities.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Food Supplement Containing L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens Extract, and Biotin for Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial
The food supplement with L-cystine, Serenoa repens extract, and biotin safely reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in men and women.
research Reply
The patient's hair loss was likely not caused by beta blockers but possibly by stress or other factors.
research Systematic Review on Synthetic and Herbal Medications for the Treatment of Alopecia
Combining synthetic and herbal treatments may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Pseudoglucagonoma Syndrome Following Frey's Surgery: A Case Report of a Rare Presentation
Improved nutrition quickly healed the patient's skin lesions.
research The Treatment of Chinese Medicine on Adolescent Alopecia
Traditional Chinese medicine improved hair loss in a teenager with alopecia.
research Can Extra-Adrenal Cortisol Secretion Occur in an Adrenalectomized Patient?
A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.
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research Obesity and the Skin: Skin Physiology and Skin Manifestations of Obesity
Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Iron Deficiency and Its Potential Relationship to Hair Loss
Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.
research Topical Ketoconazole: A Systematic Review of Current Dermatological Applications and Future Developments
Ketoconazole cream is effective for skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and may help with hair loss and other skin issues, with generally mild side effects.
research Lipedematous Scalp and Lipedematous Alopecia: Report of Three Cases in White Adults
Three white adults had a rare scalp condition with increased fat and sometimes hair loss, suggesting it's not limited to black women and might be more widespread.
research Male Fertility and Skin Diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research Other Antiandrogens: Alternative Treatments for Acne and Hirsutism
Spironolactone works well for acne and hirsutism, isotretinoin is very effective for acne and may have antiandrogenic effects, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors should be considered antiandrogens.
research Skin Manifestations After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery improves skin conditions and metabolism but may cause nutritional deficiencies and hair loss.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis: Production and Regulation of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.