research Oral Contraception and the Treatment of Acne: Current Perspectives
Birth control pills help treat acne, especially when caused by excess male hormones, and are safe to use with antibiotics.
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research Cytostatics and Immunosuppressive Drugs: Toxicities and Management
Some cancer and immune system drugs can cause serious side effects, including heart, lung, nerve, and organ damage, which need careful monitoring and management.
research Hair Loss in Women
Up to 50% of women may experience significant hair loss by age 50, with various causes and treatments available.
research Effect of Convolvulus Arvensis Ethanolic Extract on Testosterone-Induced Alopecia in Mice
Convolvulus arvensis ethanolic extract can potentially promote hair growth and reduce hair loss.
research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Wound Healing and the Use of Medicinal Plants
Some medicinal plants can help heal wounds and may lead to new treatments.
research Minoxidil Use in Dermatology, Side Effects, and Recent Patents
Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.
research Structure of Human Type II 5 Alpha-Reductase Gene
The human type II 5α-reductase gene, linked to certain male health conditions, has a specific structure and low similarity to other related genes.
research Genome-Wide Association Study Identifies a New Locus JMJD1C at 10q21 That May Influence Serum Androgen Levels in Men
A new gene, JMJD1C, may affect testosterone levels in men.
research Anti-Androgenic Activities of Ganoderma Lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, may help treat enlarged prostate by blocking testosterone conversion.
research Capture of Endothelial Cells Under Flow Using Immobilized Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor
A surface with VEGF can specifically capture endothelial cells from flowing fluids.
research Matriptase Activation and Shedding with HAI-1 Induced by Steroid Sex Hormones in Human Prostate Cancer Cells, but Not in Breast Cancer Cells
Steroid sex hormones activate matriptase in prostate cancer cells but not in breast cancer cells.
research Androgens and Ovarian Function: Translation from Basic Discovery Research to Clinical Impact
Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.
research Mixed Antiandrogenic Chemicals at Low Individual Doses Produce Reproductive Tract Malformations in the Male Rat
Low doses of mixed chemicals cause permanent reproductive malformations in male rats.
research Hair and Scalp Changes in Cutaneous and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be permanent or reversible, depending on the type, with various treatments available.
research Sex Steroid Synthesis in Human Skin In Situ: The Roles of Aromatase and Steroidogenic Acute Regulatory Protein in the Homeostasis of Human Skin
Human skin produces sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone, influenced by ARO and StAR, which may affect skin elasticity and hair growth.
research Women's Midlife Health: Reframing Menopause
The document concludes that menopause should be seen as a natural part of aging and managed with personalized care and informed choices.
research Elevated Serum Androstenedione Is Associated With a More Severe Phenotype in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Higher androstenedione levels in women with PCOS are linked to more severe symptoms.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Ganoderma Lucidum as an Inhibitor of Testosterone-Induced Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats
Ganoderma lucidum may help treat enlarged prostate in rats.
research Clinical and Histological Study of Permanent Alopecia After Bone Marrow Transplantation
Permanent hair loss after bone marrow transplant can be caused by chemotherapy or chronic graft-versus-host disease.
research Estrogen Receptor Evaluation in Pomeranian Dogs with Hair Cycle Arrest (Alopecia X) on Melatonin Supplementation
Melatonin helped some Pomeranian dogs regrow hair, but it wasn't linked to estrogen receptors.
research Ovarian Morphology Is Associated With Insulin Resistance In Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study
Larger ovarian size is linked to higher insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
research Pharmacokinetics of a Transdermal Testosterone Cream in Healthy Postmenopausal Women
A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.
research Dermatological Problems of Puberty
Puberty often causes skin issues like acne and excessive sweating, and treatments require patience as results may vary.
research Characterization of X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Hair and Sweat Gland Phenotypes Using Phototrichogram Analysis and Live Confocal Imaging
People with X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia have no sweat ducts and less, thinner hair.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: An Update
Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.
research MC4R Variants rs12970134 and rs17782313 Are Associated with Obese Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia
Certain MC4R gene variants are linked to higher BMI in obese women with PCOS but do not cause PCOS.
research Hair Camouflage: A Comprehensive Review
Various hair camouflage options help people with hair loss improve appearance.
research Scalp Hair Loss After Transsphenoidal Adenomectomy in Patients With Acromegaly
More than half of patients who had acromegaly surgery experienced hair loss, with varying degrees of recovery.