research Spironolactone Versus Placebo or in Combination with Steroids for Hirsutism and Acne
Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
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research The Cascading Pathogenic Consequences of Sarcoptes Scabiei Infection That Manifest in Host Disease
Sarcoptes scabiei infection causes significant health and behavior changes in wombats.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Definitions, Contexts, Conflicts, Enigmas
The document concludes that anti-dsDNA antibodies are not unique to SLE and their use as indicators is doubtful, highlighting the need for better understanding and classification of the disease.
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 Cloning of the Human Phenol Sulfotransferase Gene Family: Three Genes Implicated in the Metabolism of Catecholamines, Thyroid Hormones, and Drugs
Scientists identified three genes important for processing certain brain chemicals, thyroid hormones, and medications.
research Activated Carbon Fiber Derived from the Seed Hair Fibers of Metaplexis Japonica: Novel Efficient Adsorbent for Methylene Blue
Activated carbon fibers from Metaplexis japonica seed hair are highly effective for removing the dye methylene blue from water.
research Nuclear Factor I-C Promotes Proliferation and Differentiation of Apical Papilla-Derived Human Stem Cells In Vitro
NFIC helps human dental stem cells grow and become tooth-like cells.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor Gene in Four Patients with Hereditary 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Four patients with a type of rickets and hair loss had different mutations in their vitamin D receptor gene, causing it to not work properly.
research Aminopterin in the Treatment of Leukemia in Children
Aminopterin was somewhat effective in acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children but did not increase survival time.
research Ethnopharmacological Survey of Home Remedies Used for Treatment of Hair and Scalp and Their Methods of Preparation in the West Bank, Palestine
Natural remedies for hair and scalp issues are still widely used in Palestine.
research Fiber-Safe Extraction of Red Mordant Dyes from Hair Fibers
A new method extracts red dyes from wool without damaging it, although it slightly weakens the wool.
research Liposomes in Cancer Therapy
Liposomes show promise in cancer treatment by delivering drugs with less toxicity and improved effectiveness.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Structure-Activity Relationships of Novel Androgen Receptor Ligands with Multiple Substituents in the B-Ring
Certain changes to the B-ring of androgen receptor ligands can increase their effectiveness for potential treatments of muscle and bone conditions.
research Impact of Treatment with Rosiglitazone or Metformin on Biomarkers for Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Rosiglitazone may be better than metformin for insulin resistance in PCOS, but more research is needed on certain biomarkers.
research Characterization of BMP2 Gene Expression in Embryonic and Adult Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goat (Capra Hircus) Hair Follicles
The BMP2 gene is more active in the early growth phase of Cashmere goat hair and may affect hair regeneration and textile production.
research Electrochemical Determination of Minoxidil in Different Pharmaceutical Formulations by Flow Injection Analysis
Method accurately measures minoxidil concentration in medicines.
research Geranylated Coumarins From Thai Medicinal Plant Mammea Siamensis With Testosterone 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity
Compounds from the plant Mammea siamensis may help treat hair loss.
research Pathological Findings in a Case of Stiff Person Syndrome with Anti-GAD Antibodies
Finasteride significantly reduced tics and obsessive-compulsive symptoms in patients with Tourette syndrome.
research N-Acyl Arylsulfonamides as Novel, Reversible Inhibitors of Human Steroid Sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.
research Old Wine in New Bottles: Reviving Old Therapies for Alopecia Areata Using Rodent Models
Old treatments for other skin conditions showed promise for hair regrowth in mice with a hair loss condition.
research A Meta-Analysis of the Evidence for Assisted Therapy with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Atrophic Acne Scars
Platelet-rich plasma therapy helps improve atrophic acne scars.
research Bioextracting Polyphenols from the Brown Seaweed Ascophyllum Nodosum from Québec's North Shore Coastline
Freezing brown seaweed right after harvesting and using microwave-assisted extraction with 75% 1,3-propanediol as a solvent is the best way to get polyphenols for cosmetics.
research Insulin Promotes Corneal Nerve Repair and Wound Healing in Type 1 Diabetic Mice by Enhancing Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling
Insulin helps heal corneal wounds and nerves in diabetic mice by activating the Wnt signaling pathway.
research Is There a Place for Local Natural Treatment of Psoriasis?
Propolis and aloe vera ointment effectively treats mild to moderate psoriasis.
research A New Label-Free Screen for Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Using LC-MS
Researchers developed a new method to find substances in herbs that can block a specific enzyme linked to hair loss.
research Hair Growth Stimulation Effect of Centipeda Minima Extract: Identification of Active Compounds and Anagen-Activating Signaling Pathways
Centipeda minima extract helps hair grow by activating important growth signals and could be a promising hair loss treatment.
research Physico-Chemical Properties of Cationic Niosomes Loaded with Fraction of Rice (Oryza sativa) Bran Extract
Niosomes with rice bran extract could be useful for anti-hair loss products.
research Trends in the Development of New Drugs for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed to be more effective and have fewer side effects.
research Structure Optimization of Tetrahydropyridoindole-Based Aldose Reductase Inhibitors Improved Their Efficacy and Selectivity
Optimizing the structure of a specific compound greatly improved its effectiveness and precision for treating diabetic complications.
research Insights on the Mechanical Behavior of Keratin Fibrils
Keratin's mechanical properties are influenced by hydrogen bonds and secondary structure, and can be improved with the SPD-2 peptide.