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Hair follicles offer promising targets for delivering drugs to treat hair and skin conditions.
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research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism
The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Dermatological Approach
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.
research Recent Advances in the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activity of New Steroidal Antiandrogens and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.
research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy in Australia: The Prescription Patterns of Clinicians Experienced in Adult Transgender Healthcare
Australian doctors experienced in adult transgender healthcare mostly prescribe intramuscular testosterone and oral estradiol, recommend mental health assessments before hormone therapy, and support improved training and guidelines.
research Microneedling: A Novel Therapeutic Approach for Androgenetic Alopecia, A Review of Literature
Microneedling may help hair loss, but needs more research.
research Aesthetic Dermatology Procedures During Coronavirus
The article suggests using safety measures and telemedicine for aesthetic dermatology during COVID-19, while some procedures can still be done safely.
research Biology of Human Hair: Know Your Hair to Control It
Understanding hair biology is key to developing better treatments for hair and scalp issues.
research Dihydrotestosterone Induces Proliferation, Migration, and Invasion of Human Glioblastoma Cell Lines
Dihydrotestosterone increases growth and spread of human brain cancer cells, and blocking its formation might help treat this cancer.
research Controversy: Is There a Role for Adjuvants in the Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss?
Adjuvants, diet changes, and laser therapy may improve male pattern hair loss.
research Phytochemical Constitution, Anti-Inflammation, Anti-Androgen, and Hair Growth-Promoting Potential of Shallot (Allium Ascalonicum L.) Extract
Shallot extract may help with hair growth and treating hair loss.
research Evaluation of a Novel Dry Eye Model Induced by Oral Administration of Finasteride
Finasteride causes reduced tear flow and severe eye inflammation.
research Understanding Causes of Hair Loss in Women
The conclusion is that hair loss in women is caused by a mix of hormonal, environmental, and genetic factors, and treatments should target these various causes.
research Chapter 20: Advances in Dermatological Treatments
New treatments for skin diseases are more effective and patient-friendly, but many still lack a cure.
research Anti-Proliferative Effect of Terpenes on Human Prostate Cancer Cells: Natural Sources and Their Potential Role as Chemopreventive Agents
Certain natural compounds called terpenes may help prevent prostate cancer.
research Hair Restoration: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Need better hair loss treatments beyond minoxidil, finasteride, and transplants.
research Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Intervention in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Herbal treatments can help manage PCOS symptoms.
research Prostate Carcinoma: What Would Be the Best to Do?
Correct testosterone levels for age to treat prostate cancer, using low dose treatments as necessary.
research Ethnopharmacology and Hair: Indian Perspectives
Traditional Indian remedies are used for hair health, but more scientific evidence is needed to prove their safety and effectiveness.
research Management of Advanced Prostate Cancer Undergoing Major Shift
New treatments are making advanced prostate cancer management more complex but also more hopeful.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Fibroblast Heterogeneity: Implications for Human Disease
Different types of fibroblasts play various roles in diseases and healing, and more research on them could improve treatments.
research The Pathophysiology of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.
research Estrogens and Aging Skin
Estrogen therapy can reduce skin aging but has cancer risks.
research Pharmacological Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: An Overview for the Practicing Clinician
Medications have become the main treatment for enlarged prostate symptoms, replacing surgery and watchful waiting.
research Hair Follicle Neogenesis Induced by Cultured Human Scalp Dermal Papilla Cells
Scientists found a way to grow human hair cells in a lab that can create new hair when transplanted.
research Use of Cyproterone Acetate, Finasteride, and Spironolactone to Treat Idiopathic Hirsutism
All three treatments reduce hirsutism, but spironolactone works best long-term.
research An Update on Plant-Derived Anti-Androgens
Some plant-derived compounds may help with hormonal conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Age-Related Hair Changes in Men: Mechanisms and Management of Alopecia and Graying
Men's hair loss is caused by hormones and genes, and can be treated with medication and surgery, while graying is due to aging and has no prevention except dyeing.
research Spironolactone: An Anti-Androgenic and Anti-Hypertensive Drug That May Provide Protection Against the Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) in COVID-19
Spironolactone might help protect against severe lung problems in COVID-19 patients.