research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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research Skin Steroidogenesis in Health and Disease
The skin's ability to produce hormones is linked to various skin conditions, and better understanding this process could lead to new treatments.
research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
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 Hair Loss in Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Not Always Irreversible
Hair loss from conditions like LPP and FFA can potentially be reversed with the right treatment.
research Therapeutic Strategy for Hair Regeneration: Hair Cycle Activation, Niche Environment Modulation, Wound-Induced Follicle Neogenesis, and Stem Cell Engineering
The conclusion is that hair growth can be improved by activating hair cycles, changing the surrounding environment, healing wounds to create new hair follicles, and using stem cell technology.
research Approaches to Lifestyle Management in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are key for treating overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Iron Deficiency and Hair Loss: The Jury Is Still Out
More research is needed to determine if iron deficiency causes hair loss.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
research Oral Bicalutamide for Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Pilot Study
Bicalutamide improves hair density in women safely.
research Association Between Male Pattern Baldness and Testicular Germ Cell Tumor: A Meta-Analysis
Baldness may lower the risk of testicular cancer.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Its Relationship to Permanent/Cicatricial Alopecia: A New Perspective
Some women with common hair loss may develop permanent hair loss.
research A Review of the Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride and minoxidil work best together for hair loss.
research Inhibition of Rat 5α-Reductase Activity and Testosterone-Induced Sebum Synthesis in Hamster Sebocytes by an Extract of Quercus Acutissima Cortex
An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
research Topical Use of Systemic Drugs in Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review
Using systemic drugs as creams for skin conditions shows promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
research Need for Liver Evaluation in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have liver disease, so liver health checks are important for them.
research Can Plant-Derived Phytochemicals Provide Symptom Relief for Hair Loss? A Critical Review
Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Brain-Derived Nerve Factor and Neurotrophins in Androgenetic Alopecia
Lower growth factors linked to balding in androgenetic alopecia.
research Polymeric Micelle Mediated Follicular Delivery of Spironolactone: Targeting the Mineralocorticoid Receptor to Prevent Glucocorticoid-Induced Activation and Delayed Cutaneous Wound Healing
Using polymeric micelles to deliver spironolactone topically could improve wound healing in skin affected by glucocorticoids.
research Hospital-Based Prevalence of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Among Omani Women
About 7% of Omani women visiting a gynecology clinic had polycystic ovarian syndrome, similar to rates in other countries.
research Obesity, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and Thyroid Dysfunction in Women with Epilepsy
Women with epilepsy on certain medications might gain weight and have higher thyroid-stimulating hormone levels, but not more polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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 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 Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and may help with baldness, but effects on sexual function and male fetuses are unclear.
research Study of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia Through a One-Year Period
PRP injections increase hair density and satisfaction in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Is It a Reality?
Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.
research Linking Diet to Acne Metabolomics, Inflammation, and Comedogenesis: An Update
Eating less sugar, milk, and saturated fats and more vegetables and fish may help treat and prevent acne.