42 citations
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November 2019 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology”
This article provides an overview of diagnosing Cushing's syndrome, emphasizing the importance of assessing clinical signs and the appropriate use of first-line biochemical screening.
1 citations
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January 2016 in “Revista Brasileira de Higiene e Sanidade Animal”
This study of a Yorkshire dog with chronic dermatological alterations highlights the diagnostic importance of combining complementary laboratory tests like histopathology and serum biochemistry with clinical examination.
This study suggests that hair cortisol measurement could serve as an alternative diagnostic method for Cushing’s disease, showing acceptable concordance with urinary free cortisol despite differing evaluated periods.
3 citations
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January 2016 in “Revista Brasileira de Higiene e Sanidade Animal”
This review discusses the diagnosis of canine hypothyroidism, focusing on its clinical signs, diagnostic markers, and distinctive skin biopsy findings, but reports no new research results.
March 2021 in “LA Referencia (Red Federada de Repositorios Institucionales de Publicaciones Científicas)”
This case report highlights the successful treatment of dermatophytosis in a Shih Tzu caused by Trichophyton rubrum, suggesting it should be considered in differential diagnoses for crusted skin lesions in dogs.
A user is considering finasteride for hair loss and is concerned about its effects on DHT levels and potential side effects, including those from creatine. The user seeks advice on finasteride's impact on hair and body hair, given their high DHT and testosterone levels.
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
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