research Androgens and Alopecia
Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.
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research Anti-Androgenic Activities of Ganoderma Lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, may help treat enlarged prostate by blocking testosterone conversion.
research Anti-Androgenic Activities of the Triterpenoids Fraction of Ganoderma Lucidum
The triterpenoids from Ganoderma lucidum can block testosterone effects and may help treat enlarged prostate.
research Contribution of Androgens to Chronic Allograft Nephropathy Is Mediated by Dihydrotestosterone
Male hormones worsen kidney transplant damage, but blocking them helps.
research Urinary Steroids in Men with Male-Pattern Alopecia
Men with male-pattern baldness have higher levels of certain testosterone metabolites and may have more active androgen metabolism.
research Prolongation of Off-Cycle Interval by Finasteride Is Not Associated with Survival Improvement in Intermittent Androgen Deprivation Therapy in LNCaP Tumor Model
Finasteride doesn't improve survival in LNCaP tumor model during off-cycle of therapy.
research Effect of Carbamates on mRNA Encoding Lipid Enzymes in Hamster Flank Organs
Carbamates may help treat androgen-dependent conditions by changing how certain lipid enzymes are produced.
research Hair Growth as Anti-Aging
Anti-aging treatments like hair transplants, minoxidil, and finasteride effectively promote hair growth.
research Approaching Erectile Dysfunction in Dermatology Patients
Dermatologists should address erectile dysfunction in patients with skin conditions to improve their quality of life.
research Finasteride in the Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride may help postmenopausal women with hair loss but is not effective for all and should be used cautiously in premenopausal women.
research 17α-Acetoxy-6-Bromo-16β-Methylpregna-4,6-Diene-3,20-Dione: A New Steroidal Derivative with High Antiandrogenic Activity
A new compound with strong antiandrogenic effects was found, potentially useful for treating conditions like acne and prostate cancer.
research Visually Scoring Hirsutism
The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.
research The Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Community Sample of Iranian Population: Iranian PCOS Prevalence Study
About 7% to 15% of Iranian women have polycystic ovary syndrome, depending on the criteria used to diagnose it.
research Oxidative Stress-Associated Senescence in Dermal Papilla Cells of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Oxidative stress affects hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Intracrinology and the Skin
DHEA stimulates skin oil glands and could help postmenopausal women, with potential for acne and excessive hair growth treatments.
research Niosomes as a Promising Carrier for Topical Drug Delivery
Niosomes are promising for skin drug delivery, offering benefits like improved drug penetration and stability.
research Plant Cell Culture as Emerging Technology for Production of Active Cosmetic Ingredients
Plant cell culture is a promising method for creating sustainable and high-quality cosmetic ingredients.
research What Should It Take to Describe a Substance or Product as 'Sperm-Safe'?
Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
research Hair: What Is New in Diagnosis and Management?
Female pattern hair loss diagnosed by scalp appearance, treated with combined therapies and targeted approaches.
research Endocrine-Skin Interactions
Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.
research Fullerene Nanomaterials Potentiate Hair Growth
Fullerene nanomaterials help hair grow faster and increase hair follicles.
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 Microneedles Mediated Bioinspired Lipid Nanocarriers for Targeted Treatment of Alopecia
A new hair loss treatment uses tiny needles to deliver a drug-loaded lipid carrier, promoting hair growth more effectively than current treatments.
research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
research Long-Term Dutasteride Therapy in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Alters Glucose and Lipid Profiles and Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction
Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.
research Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications
Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
research Polygonum Multiflorum Extract Supports Hair Growth by Elongating Anagen Phase and Abrogating the Effect of Androgen in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Polygonum multiflorum extract helps hair grow longer and fights the effects of hormones that cause hair loss.
research Hair Follicle Generation by Injections of Adult Human Follicular Epithelial and Dermal Papilla Cells into Nude Mice
Injecting a mix of human skin and hair cells into mice can grow new hair.
research Menopausal Acne – Challenges And Solutions
Menopausal acne is treated with medications and lifestyle changes, but careful choice is needed due to side effects.