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    GlossaryUrsodeoxycholic Acid

    bile acid used to treat liver and gallbladder conditions

    Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA), also known as ursodiol, is a bile acid used to treat certain liver and gallbladder conditions. It helps dissolve gallstones and improve liver function by reducing the production of cholesterol and promoting the flow of bile.

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      research Neonatal Ichthyosis And Sclerosing Cholangitis Syndrome

      44 citations , September 2011 in “Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition”
      NISCH syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting skin and liver, with variable symptoms and limited treatment options.
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      research Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      33 citations , August 2006 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      Pregnancy can cause specific skin conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment to protect both mother and baby.
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      research Obstetric Dermatology

      January 2009 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document concludes that managing skin conditions during pregnancy is important and requires specialized care.
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      community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.