research The Laboratory in the Multidisciplinary Diagnosis of Differences or Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.
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research Endocrinology Overview: Male Reproductive Endocrinology and HPT Axis
The document explains how male reproductive hormones work and affect the body.
research Sexually Dimorphic Effect of Progesterone and Its Reduced Metabolites on the Gene Expression of Myelin Proteins in Rat Schwann Cells
Progesterone and its metabolites affect myelin protein expression differently in male and female rat Schwann cells.
research Cosmetic Surgery Considerations in the Female Patient
Understanding gender differences and individual patient characteristics is essential for optimal cosmetic surgery outcomes.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Females: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.
research Intracrine Androgen Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Action Revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
research The Mechanisms and Management of Age-Related Oxidative Stress in Male Hypogonadism Associated with Non-Communicable Chronic Disease
Managing oxidative stress might help treat low testosterone and related chronic diseases in aging men.
research New Steps Forward in the Neuroactive Steroid Field
Neuroactive steroids could become safe, effective treatments with more understanding of their complex brain actions and metabolism.
research Androgen Sensitivity Gateway to COVID-19 Disease Severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
research Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Revisited: An Update with a Special Focus on Adolescent and Adult Women
The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and the Heterozygote Carrier
Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.
research 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Reveal Distinct Phenotypes of Functional Ovarian Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.
research Local Therapy of Androgenetic Alopecia with 17 Alpha-Estradiol: A Controlled, Randomized Double-Blind Study
Hair lotions with 17 alpha-estradiol can reduce hair loss but won't regrow new hair.
research Effects of 17-β-Estradiol and ICI 182 780 on Hair Growth in Various Strains of Mice
17-β-Estradiol applied to the skin stops hair growth, while ICI 182 780 helps hair grow in mice.
research Review of the Effects of 17α-Estradiol in Humans: A Less Feminizing Estrogen with Neuroprotective Potential
17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.
research Steroid 17-Hydroxyprogesterone in Hair as a Potential Long-Term Biomarker of Androgen Control in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Measuring 17-hydroxyprogesterone in hair can help monitor androgen levels in people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research Testosterone, 17 Ks, 17 Beta E2 FSH-LH Variations and Hirsutism Modifications During Spironolactone Therapy
Spironolactone treatment reduced hair growth and androgen levels in hirsute women, but the overall effectiveness was just adequate.
research Glioblastoma Cells Express Crucial Enzymes Involved in Androgen Synthesis: 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, 17-20α-Hydroxylase, 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, and 5α-Reductase
Glioblastoma cells can make androgens, which might help the tumor grow.
research Procedural Hair Restoration: Platelet-Rich Plasma for Hair Loss and Hair Transplant
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can help with hair loss and improve hair transplant results.
research Achieving Physiologic 17-β-Estradiol Levels in Transgender Females on Estradiol Transdermal Patches and Optimal Dosing
Transgender females can reach their target estrogen levels using estradiol patches, especially if oral treatments fail or if they're at risk for blood clots. Often, the highest dose patch is needed.
research Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Loaded with 17-α-Estradiol Accumulate into Hair Follicles
Tiny lipid particles carrying 17-α-estradiol gather in hair follicles, which may help target alopecia treatment.
research Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Loaded with 17-α-Estradiol Accumulate into Hair Follicles
Tiny lipid particles loaded with a hormone gather in hair follicles, which may help treat hair loss.
research Effect of a Six-Month Treatment Regimen of Metformin on 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to GnRH Agonist in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin can start ovulation and may lower 17P response in PCOS, but six months is too short to improve hair growth or change body fat distribution.
research Crystal Structure of 17-Beta-Benzoyloxy-16-Beta-Methylpregna-4,6-Diene-3,20-Dione
A new antiandrogen compound was made and its detailed three-dimensional shape was described.
research The IL-23/IL-17 Pathway in Inflammatory Skin Diseases: From Bench to Bedside
Targeting the IL-23/IL-17 pathway effectively treats several inflammatory skin diseases.
research The Many Faces of Interleukin-17 in Inflammatory Skin Diseases
IL-17 is a key target for treating inflammatory skin diseases, especially psoriasis.
research T Helper 17 Cell/Regulatory T-Cell Imbalance in Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa: The Link to Hair Follicle Dissection, Obesity, Smoking, and Autoimmune Comorbidities
An imbalance between certain immune cells is linked to a chronic skin condition and may be influenced by obesity, smoking, and autoimmune issues.
research Keratin 17 in Disease Pathogenesis: From Cancer to Dermatoses
Keratin 17 is linked to various diseases, including cancer and skin conditions, and may be a target for diagnosis and treatment.
research Imbalance of T-Helper 17 and Regulatory T Cells in Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have more Th17 cells and fewer Treg cells, which may be key to the condition's development.
research Alopecia Areata Is Characterized by Dysregulation in Systemic Type 17 and Type 2 Cytokines, Which May Contribute to Disease-Associated Psychological Morbidity
Alopecia areata involves immune system imbalances that may lead to depression and anxiety.