10 citations,
June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
6 citations,
September 2012 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Honokiol might help reduce male skin aging by maintaining testosterone levels.
November 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Finasteride affects the male rat brain by reducing certain protein activation, but these effects may reverse after stopping the drug.
88 citations,
May 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update” Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.
14 citations,
January 2006 in “Skin pharmacology and physiology” Procyanidin compounds from apples and barley promote hair growth and prevent hair cell death.
11 citations,
August 2014 in “Current Urology Reports” Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
7 citations,
August 2021 in “Heliyon” Phyllotex™ extract was found to significantly promote hair growth and protect against hair loss.
December 2023 in “Annals of phytomedicine” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss treatment.
3 citations,
January 1994 in “Toxicological Sciences” Finasteride causes abnormal growth in male mice cells at high doses.
October 2006 in “Aging Health” Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic obstruction, improves urinary flow, reduces prostate size, and may prevent prostate cancer, but can cause sexual side effects.
9 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal Of Endocrinology, Metabolism And Diabetes Of South Africa” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
October 2022 in “Legume Research” The research found a way to grow plant tissue and analyze compounds in Bituminaria bituminosa, which is promising for hair restoration treatments.
92 citations,
October 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride improves hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism.
11 citations,
February 2016 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
1 citations,
June 2023 in “Genes” Hair loss from Alopecia Areata is caused by both genes and environment, with several treatments available but challenges in cost and relapse remain.
1 citations,
March 2021 in “Phytomedicine plus” Cernitin™, a pollen extract, was found to significantly reduce pain and inflammation in rats with chronic prostatitis, suggesting it could be a useful alternative to certain anti-inflammatory drugs.
November 2023 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Oral minoxidil is effective for various hair loss types and may improve male sexual function, but aspirin can reduce its effectiveness.
January 2022 in “Cosmoderma” Using oral minoxidil and dutasteride together can quickly increase hair growth and volume with minimal side effects.
January 2007 in “The Year book of dermatology” Finasteride with oral contraceptive improves hair loss in 62% of premenopausal women.
88 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.
71 citations,
September 2007 in “Cancer” Prostate cancer prevention includes diet changes, supplements, and medications, with more answers expected soon.
51 citations,
July 2013 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” Compounds from Polygonum multiflorum root, especially a new one, can boost hair growth more effectively than common treatments.
15 citations,
November 2017 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Certain extracts from Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. and germacrone can boost the skin's absorption of minoxidil, a hair growth promoter, making it more effective.
14 citations,
December 2010 in “Seminars in Oncology” Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.
11 citations,
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7 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Policosanol helps treat hair loss by balancing hormones and supporting hair growth.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Tirzepatide might help manage PCOS in obese patients but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
April 2022 in “Medicina estética” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved treatment for female hair loss, with other potential treatments needing more research for effectiveness.
January 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss; minoxidil also helps female hair loss, with some treatments needing more research.