December 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, researchers using molecular docking techniques found that 12-Methoxy carnosic acid from rosemary shows promising potential as a natural inhibitor of the 5 alpha reductase enzyme, which is involved in hair loss, suggesting its efficacy compared to finasteride.
March 2025 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” In this review, the authors examined the potential benefits of using wood tar in dermatology and cosmetics in Sub-Saharan Africa, based on its historical application in skin care and its worldwide usage.
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December 2010 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology” This study determined that the upper normal cut-off levels for free testosterone, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate, and total testosterone among reproductive-age women in China are 26 pmol/L, 4.92 μmol/L, and 2.39 nmol/L, respectively.
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April 1997 in “Archives of dermatology” This case report describes the treatment of hirsutism in a 15-year-old obese Mexican girl with flutamide, aiming to improve her social function.
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November 2009 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This study found that prepubertal girls have significantly higher levels of estrogens and androgen metabolites compared to age-matched boys, which may contribute to their earlier onset of puberty.