research Effects of Finasteride (MK-906), a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating Androgens in Male Volunteers
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting testosterone.
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research Ketoconazole Therapy for Women with Acne and/or Hirsutism
Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Male androgenetic alopecia involves hair follicle miniaturization due to DHT, with potential treatments using inhibitors and blockers.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors Are Associated With Reduced Frequency of COVID-19 Symptoms in Males With Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with hair loss who take a certain type of medication may experience fewer COVID-19 symptoms.
research 5α-Reductase Isozymes and Androgen Actions in the Prostate
5α‐reductase isozymes are crucial for prostate development and health, and targeting them can help prevent and treat prostate issues.
research Physiological and Retinoid-Induced Proliferations of Epidermis Basal Keratinocytes Are Differently Controlled
Normal skin cell renewal doesn't need RAR signaling, but vitamin A-related skin thickening does.
research The Comparative Effects Between Long-Term and Short-Term Treatment of Finasteride on Anxiety-Like and Depression-Like Behaviors in Early Senescent Male Rats
Long-term Finasteride treatment reduces depression better than short-term treatment in rats.
research Mechanisms of Testosterone Action
Testosterone works in different ways, including direct interaction with its receptor, conversion to other hormones for specific effects on genitalia, hair, bones, and muscle, and changes in body fat and sexual function when low.
research Dutasteride Nanoemulsion Preparation to Inhibit 5-Alpha-Hair Follicle Reductase Enzymes in the Hair Follicle: An Ex Vivo Study
The dutasteride nanoemulsion could improve hair loss treatment by enhancing drug penetration and retention in hair follicles.
research Adipocyte Stem Cells Are Maintained by PDGFα Signaling in the Skin
Pdgfα signaling helps maintain fat cells in the skin and is important for hair growth, wound healing, and fighting infections.
research Ectopic Expression of the Nude Gene Induces Hyperproliferation and Defects in Differentiation: Implications for the Self-Renewal of Cutaneous Epithelia
The nude gene causes skin cell overgrowth and improper development, leading to hair and urinary issues.
research Development and Evaluation of Herbal Medicine for Hair Growth-Promoting Activity
The herbal medicine promotes hair growth and could be an effective treatment.
research Severe Infliximab-Induced Alopecia and Scalp Psoriasis in a Woman with Crohn’s Disease: Dramatic Improvement After Drug Discontinuation and Treatment with Adjuvant Systemic and Topical Therapies
Stopping the medication infliximab and starting new treatments helped a woman's hair grow back and improved her scalp condition.
research Homology Modeling of 5-Alpha-Reductase 2 Using Available Experimental Data
Accurate protein modeling can help develop new treatments for prostate cancer and other diseases.
research Adverse Effects and Safety of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (Finasteride, Dutasteride): A Systematic Review
5-alpha reductase inhibitors are generally safe but can cause sexual side effects and require patient education on risks.
research Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege
A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.
research Expression of Peroxisome Proliferator Activated Receptors (PPARs) in Human Hair Follicles and PPARα Involvement in Hair Growth
PPAR alpha may help in hair growth and could be a target for treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, or hair loss, is caused by genetic factors and hormones, with different mechanisms in men and women, and can be linked to insulin resistance and polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Distribution of Copper, Manganese, Selenium, and Zinc in Occipital and Frontal Hair Zones and Hormonal Profiles in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with a certain type of hair loss have more copper in the back of their head than the front, and treatment can normalize hair but not copper levels.
research Beneficial Uses of Breadfruit (Artocarpus Altilis)
Breadfruit is nutritious and has potential health and medicinal benefits, but is currently underused.
research Health Promotion Potential of Vegetables Cultivated in Northern Thailand: A Preliminary Screening of Tannin and Flavonoid Contents, 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Astringent Activity, and Antioxidant Activities
Some vegetables from Northern Thailand show promise for health benefits, including hair loss treatment and antioxidant properties.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: Established Options and Emerging Therapies
New treatments for male pattern hair loss look promising, but established treatments are still the main option.
research The Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Narrative Review
PRP is a promising treatment for hair loss.
research Fetal Alpha 5-Reductase Val89Leu Mutation Is Associated With Late Miscarriage
A certain mutation in the fetal alpha 5-reductase gene is linked to a higher risk of late miscarriage.
research Effects of Castration on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Castration significantly reduces prostate size and BPH symptoms.
research Antialopecia Activity Exploration by In-Silico Analysis of Bioactive Compounds from Sansevieria Trifasciata Prain Leaves Through 5α-Reductase Inhibition
Methyl pyropheophorbide A from Sansevieria trifasciata leaves may help treat hair loss.
research Association of Suicidality and Depression With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Men over 66 taking medication for prostate enlargement have a higher risk of depression and self-harm, especially in the first 18 months of treatment.
research Anti-Androgens for the Treatment of Hirsutism
Different anti-androgen medications can help treat excessive hair growth, but the right choice depends on accurate diagnosis.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New 16-Methyl Pregnane Derivatives
New pregnane derivatives were more effective than finasteride at inhibiting a key enzyme for male pattern baldness.
research Acne
Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.