{"count":4,"index":{"built_at":"2026-07-27T17:08:49.237469+00:00","public_records":55311,"revision":"ece9c704157d3391676a539b"},"query":{"area":null,"kind":null,"lang":null,"limit":10,"match_mode":"all_terms","q":"Evidence check: STI Test in the context of Haut"},"results":[{"answer":"The question about STI testing in the context of skin is specific, but the provided contexts contain no direct information on STI tests. Generally, STI (sexually transmitted infection) tests can be done via blood, urine, or swabs from skin/mucous membranes. Skin manifestations (e.g., rash, ulcers) may indicate STIs, but testing skin samples alone is insufficient. MyBody-X does not offer STI diagnostics; the available contexts cover microbiome, DNA tests, and hormones, not STI. Evidence for home STI tests is mixed: many are approved medical tests, but sensitivity/specificity vary. Without specific context data, the evidence must be rated as unclear. A doctor visit is essential if an STI is suspected.","area":"gesundheit","canonical_id":"gesundheit:canonical-2c2acfce6ae7f4ad240ba257","id":"public-010eab7b69df5ad0c63d26d3","kind":"qa","language":"en","publication_status":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending","question":"Evidence check: STI Test in the context of Haut","score":18.88671438,"snippet":"The question about STI testing in the context of skin is specific, but the provided contexts contain no direct information on STI tests. Generally, STI (sexually transmitted infection) tests can be done via blood, urine, or swabs from skin/mucous membranes. Skin manifestations (e.g., rash, ulcers) may indicate STIs, but testing skin samples alone is insufficient. MyBody-X does not offer STI diagnostics; the available contexts cover microbiome, DNA tests, and hormones, not STI. Evidence for home STI tests is mixed: many are approved medical tests, but sensitivity/specificity vary. Without specific context data, the evidence must be rated as unclear. A doctor visit is essential if an STI is su","sources":[],"title":"Evidence check: STI Test in the context of Haut","url":"https://tikki.wiki/wissen/gesundheit/frage/public-010eab7b69df5ad0c63d26d3/evidence-check-sti-test-in-the-context-of-haut/","verification":{"claim_support_verified":false,"human_reviewed":false,"quote_exact_match":false,"source_identity_verified":false,"tier":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending"}},{"answer":"TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is a well-established clinical biomarker for thyroid function. Its link to skin health is well documented: hypothyroidism (elevated TSH) commonly causes dry, rough, and scaly skin, while hyperthyroidism (low TSH) can lead to moist, warm, and thin skin. The evidence is based on decades of clinical observation and endocrine guidelines, not on randomized controlled trials specifically for skin outcomes. MyBody-X offers hormone tests, but the provided context does not confirm whether TSH is included. Even if measured, interpretation without medical guidance is problematic: single readings fluctuate with time of day, diet, and stress. Skin changes are non-specific; an abnormal TSH requires follow-up with fT3, fT4, and antibodies. Conclusion: The TSH–skin link is clinically strong, but as a standalone consumer test without physician oversight, it is insufficient for diagnosis or treatment decisions.","area":"gesundheit","canonical_id":"gesundheit:canonical-029afce7543cb6cfc024a184","id":"public-088adc690171d9b56d9bbd7c","kind":"qa","language":"en","publication_status":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending","question":"Evidence check: TSH in the context of Haut","score":17.5301718,"snippet":"TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is a well-established clinical biomarker for thyroid function. Its link to skin health is well documented: hypothyroidism (elevated TSH) commonly causes dry, rough, and scaly skin, while hyperthyroidism (low TSH) can lead to moist, warm, and thin skin. The evidence is based on decades of clinical observation and endocrine guidelines, not on randomized controlled trials specifically for skin outcomes. MyBody-X offers hormone tests, but the provided context does not confirm whether TSH is included. Even if measured, interpretation without medical guidance is problematic: single readings fluctuate with time of day, diet, and stress. Skin changes are non-specifi","sources":[],"title":"Evidence check: TSH in the context of Haut","url":"https://tikki.wiki/wissen/gesundheit/frage/public-088adc690171d9b56d9bbd7c/evidence-check-tsh-in-the-context-of-haut/","verification":{"claim_support_verified":false,"human_reviewed":false,"quote_exact_match":false,"source_identity_verified":false,"tier":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending"}},{"answer":"Testosterone affects the skin in several ways: it stimulates sebum production, promotes hair growth (e.g., beard), and can trigger acne in predisposed individuals. In the skin, testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which plays a key role in androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss). The evidence for these links is human-strong – supported by clinical studies and basic endocrinology. However, direct-to-consumer DNA tests for 'skin and testosterone' are generally not informative: variants in genes like AR (androgen receptor) or SRD5A2 (5α-reductase) are rarely included, and even when they are, the effect size is small and confounded by many factors. Effects on wound healing or collagen metabolism are mechanistically plausible but not well-established. For specific skin issues (acne, hair loss), consult a dermatologist or endocrinologist – a genetic test cannot replace hormone measurement. Bottom line: testosterone does impact skin, but consumer DNA tests offer little actionable guidance here.","area":"gesundheit","canonical_id":"gesundheit:canonical-c427ad4c3345e6a7f8299d21","id":"public-470c3f1b8089f5ae50c352d1","kind":"qa","language":"en","publication_status":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending","question":"Evidence check: Testosteron in the context of Haut","score":17.42815545,"snippet":"Testosterone affects the skin in several ways: it stimulates sebum production, promotes hair growth (e.g., beard), and can trigger acne in predisposed individuals. In the skin, testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which plays a key role in androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss). The evidence for these links is human-strong – supported by clinical studies and basic endocrinology. However, direct-to-consumer DNA tests for 'skin and testosterone' are generally not informative: variants in genes like AR (androgen receptor) or SRD5A2 (5α-reductase) are rarely included, and even when they are, the effect size is small and confounded by many factors. Effects on wound healing o","sources":[],"title":"Evidence check: Testosteron in the context of Haut","url":"https://tikki.wiki/wissen/gesundheit/frage/public-470c3f1b8089f5ae50c352d1/evidence-check-testosteron-in-the-context-of-haut/","verification":{"claim_support_verified":false,"human_reviewed":false,"quote_exact_match":false,"source_identity_verified":false,"tier":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending"}},{"answer":"TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is a key regulator of thyroid function. Altered TSH levels can indicate hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, both of which affect the skin: hypothyroidism often causes dry, rough skin, cold intolerance, and myxedema; hyperthyroidism leads to warm, moist, thin skin. However, TSH itself is not a direct skin biomarker. The evidence linking TSH to skin health comes from clinical observations in thyroid disease, not from studies validating TSH as a predictor of skin conditions in healthy individuals. Consumer lab tests measuring TSH can provide clues about thyroid dysfunction but must be interpreted by a physician – especially because TSH fluctuates with circadian rhythm, stress, and medications. An isolated TSH value without T3/T4 and clinical symptoms is insufficient for skin assessment. The evidence is moderate: the mechanistic and clinical link is well-established, but TSH is not validated as a direct skin marker. Safety note: self-medicating with thyroid hormones or iodine based on TSH results is dangerous and can cause thyrotoxicosis.","area":"gesundheit","canonical_id":"gesundheit:canonical-c61d1e66f1b54c8751f3558d","id":"public-2d6a6853985a367f70792a4e","kind":"qa","language":"en","publication_status":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending","question":"Evidence check: TSH Schilddrüse in the context of Haut","score":17.37716317,"snippet":"TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is a key regulator of thyroid function. Altered TSH levels can indicate hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, both of which affect the skin: hypothyroidism often causes dry, rough skin, cold intolerance, and myxedema; hyperthyroidism leads to warm, moist, thin skin. However, TSH itself is not a direct skin biomarker. The evidence linking TSH to skin health comes from clinical observations in thyroid disease, not from studies validating TSH as a predictor of skin conditions in healthy individuals. Consumer lab tests measuring TSH can provide clues about thyroid dysfunction but must be interpreted by a physician – especially because TSH fluctuates with circadian ","sources":[],"title":"Evidence check: TSH Schilddrüse in the context of Haut","url":"https://tikki.wiki/wissen/gesundheit/frage/public-2d6a6853985a367f70792a4e/evidence-check-tsh-schilddruese-in-the-context-of-haut/","verification":{"claim_support_verified":false,"human_reviewed":false,"quote_exact_match":false,"source_identity_verified":false,"tier":"existing_native_answer_privacy_screened_sources_pending"}}],"schema_version":"tikki.search-response.v1"}