research Reversal of Androgenetic Alopecia in a Male: A Spironolactone Effect?
A man's baldness improved possibly due to a medication that blocks male hormones.
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research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Female Pseudohermaphroditism Caused by a Novel Homozygous Missense Mutation of the GR Gene
A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.
research Alopecia Areata and Vitamin D3 Deficiency: The Potential of Calcipotriol as a Treatment
Calcipotriol's effectiveness for treating alopecia areata is unclear and needs more research.
research Examination of Fluconazole-Induced Alopecia in an Animal Model and Human Cohort
Fluconazole can cause hair loss, but the exact cause is unknown.
research Side Effects of Spironolactone Therapy in the Hirsute Woman
Spironolactone can cause side effects like irregular bleeding, but lower doses may reduce these effects and still improve hirsutism.
research A Review of Hyperandrogenism State in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome causes high male hormone levels, leading to symptoms like excess hair, acne, and fertility problems.
research Hair Growth Modulation by Adrenergic Drugs
Certain drugs can cause early hair growth in mice by affecting the nerves.
research Investigation Into the Role of HIF-1A Stabilization in Hair Follicle Metabolism
Stabilizing HIF-1A in hair follicles may reduce oxidative stress and promote hair growth by increasing glycolysis.
research An Exclusive Review of Melatonin Effects on Mammalian Melanocytes and Melanoma
Melatonin may inhibit melanoma growth and has potential as a cancer therapy aid, but its effects on human skin pigmentation need more research.
research Melatonin: A Cutaneous Perspective on Its Production, Metabolism, and Functions
Melatonin may benefit skin health and could be a promising treatment in dermatology.
research A Comparison of Transcriptomic Patterns Measured in the Skin of Chinese Fine and Coarse Wool Sheep Breeds
Fine wool sheep have more genes for wool quality, while coarse wool sheep have more for skin and muscle traits.
research Prostate Specific Antigen as a Predictive Factor for Androgenemia in Women
PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.
research A Large Benign Adrenocortical Adenoma Cosecreting Testosterone and Cortisol
A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.
research The Beneficial Effects of Chick Embryo Extract Preconditioning on Hair Follicle Stem Cells: A Promising Strategy to Generate Schwann Cells
Chick embryo extract helps rat hair follicle stem cells potentially turn into Schwann cells, important for the nervous system.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research Assessment of Vitamin D Level in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Low vitamin D levels are common in people with Alopecia Areata.
research Current Understanding and Treatment of Sex Hormone-Related Hair Diseases
Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.
research On the Role of Melatonin in Skin Physiology and Pathology
Melatonin is important for skin health and protection, and can be made by the skin or applied to it.
research An Overview of Animal Models Induced by Glucocorticoids
Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
research Higher Prevalence of Clinical Cardiovascular Comorbidities in Postmenopausal Women with Self-Reported Premenopausal Hirsutism and/or Oligo-Amenorrhea
Postmenopausal women with past hirsutism or irregular periods have more heart and lung diseases.
research Effect of Eurycoma Longifolia Extract on Testosterone Synthesis in TM3 Leydig Cells Under Oxidative Stress
Eurycoma longifolia extract may help increase testosterone levels and reduce andropause symptoms.
research Minoxidil Stimulates Elastin Expression in Aortic Smooth Muscle Cells
research Topical Calcipotriol vs Narrowband Ultraviolet B in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Randomized-Controlled Trial
Both topical calcipotriol and narrowband UVB improved alopecia, but combining them didn't enhance the effect on hair loss severity, despite higher vitamin D3 levels.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research First Case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 Genotype Associated with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Case Report from Southern Italy
New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
research Oxytocin Receptor Expression in Hair Follicle Stem Cells: A Promising Model for Biological and Therapeutic Discovery in Neuropsychiatric Disorders
research Identification of a Human Type XVII Collagen Fragment with High Capacity for Maintaining Skin Health
A fragment of human type XVII collagen shows great potential for skin health and wound healing.
research Approach to Androgen Excess in Women: Clinical and Biochemical Insights
The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
research Effect of a Transcriptionally Inactive or Absent Vitamin D Receptor on Beta-Cell Function and Glucose Homeostasis in Mice
Mice without active or present vitamin D receptors maintain normal blood sugar control and islet gene expression when calcium levels are normal.