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GlossaryAdrenocorticotropic Hormone

hormone stimulating adrenal glands to release cortisol

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH), also known as corticotropin, is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol, a crucial stress hormone. This hormone plays a key role in regulating metabolism, immune response, and stress, and its imbalance can lead to conditions such as Cushing's disease or Addison's disease.

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research Effects of Adrenocorticotropic Hormone on Body Growth, Visceral Proportions, and White Blood Cell Counts of Normal and Hypophysectomized Male Rats

24 citations , May 1951 in “Endocrinology”

Adrenocorticotropic hormone inhibits growth and affects body composition in male rats.

research Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) But Not Alpha-Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (α-MSH) as a Mediator of Adrenalectomy-Induced Hair Growth in Mink

16 citations , April 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

ACTH promotes hair growth in mink, but α-MSH does not.

research Idiopathic Isolated Adrenocorticotropic Hormone Deficiency Combined With Testicular Germ Cell Tumor: Case Report

October 2025 in “Medicine”

A potential link exists between unexplained hormone deficiency, hair loss, and testicular tumors, suggesting thorough screening is needed.

research The Human Skin as a Hormone Target and an Endocrine Gland

146 citations , January 2004 in “Hormones”

Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.

research Detection of Functionally Active Melanocortin Receptors and Evidence for an Immunoregulatory Activity of Alpha-Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone in Human Dermal Papilla Cells

60 citations , August 2005 in “Endocrinology”

αMSH may help regulate immune responses in hair follicles and its disruption could lead to hair loss.

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Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.