research Etiology and Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss is caused by genetics and hormones, diagnosed through examination and biopsy, and treated with medications or surgery.
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research Lack of Endocrine Systemic Side Effects After Topical Application of Spironolactone in Men
Topical spironolactone cream doesn't cause hormone-related side effects in the body.
research ADT-G as a Promising Biomarker for Peripheral Hyperandrogenism in Adult Female Acne
ADT-G may be a useful indicator of increased androgen levels in women with acne and can be lowered with certain birth control pills.
research Effect of Finasteride on the Ovulatory Function of Normal Women
Finasteride doesn't affect ovulation in normal women.
research A Retrospective Study of Clinical Outcomes of Alpha-Blocker or Finasteride Monotherapy Followed by Combination Therapy: Determination of the Period of Combination Therapy of Alpha-Blocker and Finasteride
Combination therapy for 9+ months maintains symptom improvements after stopping alpha-blockers or finasteride.
research Treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm With Finasteride
Finasteride helps treat eyelid spasms.
research The Influence of Low Dose Finasteride, a Type II 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating Neuroactive Steroids
Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
research Definition of Hyperandrogenism
The document suggests new ways to assess and diagnose hyperandrogenism to improve accuracy.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.
research AKT2 Gene Polymorphisms, sRANKL/OPG and Hormone Measurements in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Women
Certain gene variations in AKT2 are more common in women with PCOS and are linked to higher levels of specific hormones and symptoms.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.
research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research Finasteride Inhibits the Progesterone-Induced Spike-Wave Discharges in a Genetic Model of Absence Epilepsy
Finasteride blocks progesterone's effect on absence seizures in rats.
research Defining Hyperandrogenaemia According to the Free Androgen Index in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.
research The Use of Cyproterone Acetate/Ethinyl Estradiol in Hyperandrogenic Skin Symptoms: A Review
Cyproterone acetate with ethinyl estradiol is effective for treating skin symptoms related to high androgen levels, like in PCOS.
research Effects of Flutamide, a Pure Antiandrogen, on Endocrine Parameters in the Adult Female Rat
Flutamide, an antiandrogen, has minimal impact on female rat endocrine systems and does not significantly change their reproductive cycles.
research IL-36α Promoted Wound-Induced Hair Follicle Neogenesis via Hair Follicle Stem/Progenitor Cell Proliferation
IL-36α helps grow new hair follicles and speeds up wound healing.
research MiR-29 Is an Important Driver of Aging-Related Phenotypes
miR-29 is a key factor that accelerates aging.
research Quantitative Determination of Nutraceuticals in Matured Unripe Fruits of Three Edible Musa Species Using GC-MS
Unripe fruits of three banana species have many health-boosting compounds useful for medicine.
research Mesotherapy with Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
research Treatment Options for Androgenetic Alopecia: Efficacy, Side Effects, Compliance, Financial Considerations, and Ethics
Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
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 Usefulness of a 12-Month Treatment with Finasteride in Idiopathic and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Associated Hirsutism
research Synthesis and Application of Clinically Approved Small-Molecule Drugs Targeting Androgen Receptor
Drugs targeting the Androgen Receptor are effective for treating prostate cancer and other androgen-related conditions.
research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update
Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.
research Evaluation of Tolerance and Trichological Efficacy of a Food Supplement in Men and Women with Telogen Effluvium-Like Disorder
The food supplement improved hair growth and strength in people with a certain type of hair loss and had no major side effects.
research Saw Palmetto Extract: A Dermatologist's Perspective
Saw palmetto extract may help with hair loss and acne but needs more research on safety and long-term effects.
research O-Glycosylated Cell Wall Proteins Are Essential in Root Hair Growth
Proteins with added sugars are crucial for plant root hair growth.
research Estrogen and Androgen Signaling in the Pathogenesis of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Hormonal interactions, especially involving DHT and estrogen, play a key role in BPH development and treatment.