research Activity of Steroid 4 and Derivatives 4a–4f as Inhibitors of the Enzyme 5α-Reductase Type 1
Compounds 4, 4b, and 4c effectively inhibit an enzyme linked to testosterone conversion without significant toxicity.
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Overexpressing SSAT enzyme reduces prostate tumor growth in mice.
research Loss of Keratin 10 Is Accompanied by Increased Sebocyte Proliferation and Differentiation
Without keratin 10, there's more growth and development of oil-producing skin cells.
research Are Sex Hormones Promising Candidates to Explain Sex Disparities in the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
research PCOS in Adolescents—Ongoing Riddles in Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosing and treating PCOS in teenagers is difficult, and the focus is on lifestyle changes and medication to improve health and prevent future issues.
research Tissue Engineering and Regeneration of the Human Hair Follicle in Androgenetic Alopecia: Literature Review
Tissue engineering could be a future solution for hair loss, but it's currently expensive, complex, and hard to apply in real-world treatments.
research Effects of Natural Products on Skin Inflammation Caused by Abnormal Hormones Secreted by the Adrenal Gland
Natural products may help treat skin inflammation from abnormal adrenal hormones.
research Development and Evaluation of Novel Rodent Model of PCOS Mimicking Clinical Phenotype in Human Disease
The new rodent model successfully mimics non-lean human PCOS symptoms.
research Therapeutic Potential of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells and Their Secretome in Reversible Alopecias: A Systematic Review
Adipose-derived stem cells may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Topical Effect of Minoxidil Containing Lotion on Morphofunctional Indicators of Male Rats’ Reproductive System
Minoxidil lotion may harm male reproductive health.
research Genetic Screening of Non-Classic CAH Females with Hyperandrogenemia Identifies a Novel CYP11B1 Gene Mutation
A new mutation in the CYP11B1 gene was found in a woman with mild hyperandrogenemia, a rare cause of non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research New Developments in Our Understanding of Acne Pathogenesis and Treatment
We now understand more about what causes acne and this could lead to better, more personalized treatments.
research The Human Skin as a Hormone Target and an Endocrine Gland
Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
research Dermal Fibroblasts in Cutaneous Development and Healing
Skin cells called dermal fibroblasts are important for skin growth, hair growth, and wound healing.
research The Skin as an Endocrine Organ
The skin produces and processes hormones, affecting both local and overall body functions.
research Novel Insights Into the Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance and Hypersensitivity Syndromes
Genetic defects in the glucocorticoid receptor gene can cause conditions with abnormal sensitivity to stress hormones, and other factors may also affect this sensitivity.
research Recent Advances in the Molecular Mechanisms Causing Primary Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance
Mutations in the NR3C1 gene cause a rare condition that affects hormone signaling and can lead to various symptoms, with dexamethasone as a treatment option.
research Generation of Comparative Pharmacophoric Model for Steroidal 5α-Reductase I and II Inhibitors: A 3D-QSAR Study on 6-Azasteroids
The study created a model to help design new inhibitors for steroidal 5α-reductase enzymes.
research Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.
research Finasteride Enhances the Generation of Human Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells by Up-Regulating the COX2/PGE2 Pathway
research Antigen Presenting Cells in the Skin of a Patient with Hair Loss and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Antigen presenting cells around hair follicles are crucial in SLE-related hair loss.
research Serum Dihydrotestosterone Levels Are Associated With Adverse Myocardial Remodeling in Patients With Severe Aortic Valve Stenosis Before and After Aortic Valve Replacement
Higher DHT levels are linked to worse heart changes in severe aortic valve stenosis patients.
research Endocrine Functions of the Testes
The testes produce important hormones like testosterone and others that play key roles in male body functions.
research Cardiovascular Safety and Benefits of Testosterone Implant Therapy in Postmenopausal Women: Where Are We?
Testosterone therapy for postmenopausal women appears safe and may protect against heart disease, but requires constant monitoring and more research for long-term effects.
research Changes in the Expression of Smooth Muscle Cell-Related Genes in Human Dermal Sheath Cup Cells Associated with the Treatment Outcome of Autologous Cell-Based Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Lower levels of certain genes in hair cells improve hair loss treatment outcomes.
research Ovarian Vein Sampling, and Serum and Urine Testosterone Monitoring in Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumors: A Report of Two Cases
Ovarian vein sampling helped diagnose rare ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and surgery to remove the tumors lowered the testosterone levels.
research A Combination Therapy for Androgenic Alopecia Based on Quercetin and Zinc/Copper Dual-Doped Mesoporous Silica Nanocomposite Microneedle Patch
The microneedle patch with quercetin, zinc, and copper effectively promotes hair regrowth for androgenic alopecia.
research Synthesis and Actions of 5α-Reduced Metabolites of Testosterone in the Nervous System
Testosterone and its metabolites affect brain functions and could help treat neurological disorders.
research Investigation of Transcriptional Gene Profiling in Normal Murine Hair Follicular Substructures Using Next-Generation Sequencing to Provide Potential Insights into Skin Disease
Hair follicles have a more inactive cell cycle than other skin cells, which may help develop targeted therapies for skin diseases and cancer.
research Progress on Mitochondria and Hair Follicle Development in Androgenetic Alopecia: Relationships and Therapeutic Perspectives
Maintaining healthy mitochondria may help treat hair loss.