research Metabolism and Action of Androgen in the Skin
Androgens affect skin conditions like acne and hair loss through specific biochemical pathways.
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research Hair Loss in the Elderly
Early treatment is important for better hair regrowth in elderly women with hair loss.
research Comprehensive Transcriptome Profiling of Balding and Non-Balding Scalps in Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type I Patient
The study found genetic differences related to hair development that may explain hair loss in a patient with Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type I.
research Plants as Potential Active Components in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Plant extracts may help treat hormone-related hair loss.
research What Factors Play a Role in Unhealthy Hair?
Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.
research Increased Scalp Skin and Serum 5a-Reductase Reduced Androgens in a Man Relevant to the Acquired Progressive Kinky Hair Disorder and Developing Androgenetic Alopecia
Reduced androgens linked to kinky hair disorder and hair loss; 5a-reductase inhibitors may help.
research Anti-Androgenic Curcumin Analogues as Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.
research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
research Factors Affecting the Severity of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Longer hair loss leads to more severe CCCA; early treatment and avoiding damaging hairstyles help regrowth.
research Antiandrogenic Activity of Riboflavin 5′-Phosphate (FMN) in 22Rv1 and LNCaP Human Prostate Cancer Cell Lines
Riboflavin 5′-phosphate (FMN) shows potential for treating androgen-related conditions but may be limited in treating prostate cancer.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Skin problems in PCOS, like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, may not always indicate high male hormone levels and need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Pharmacokinetic Parameters and Mechanisms of Inhibition of Rat Type 1 and 2 Steroid 5α-Reductases: Determinants for Different In Vivo Activities of GI198745 and Finasteride in the Rat
GI198745 is more potent and longer-lasting than finasteride, potentially better for treating hair loss.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness involves hormone-related hair thinning, shorter hair, and inflammation.
research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research Reply to 'What Is the Effect of Obesity on the Folliculosebaceous Unit?'
Obesity is linked to more severe hair loss in adult men and to excess hair growth, but its effects on hair conditions are complex and need more research.
research Effectiveness of Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate in Treating Dermatological Conditions Related to High Androgen Levels
The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.
research Genetics of Alopecia
Different genes are linked to various types of hair loss.
research Filamin A Mediates Wound Closure by Promoting Elastic Deformation and Maintenance of Tension in the Collagen Matrix
Testosterone may worsen hair loss by affecting hair growth signals, while different prostaglandins can either hinder or promote hair growth.
research Why Are Men With Premature Alopecia at Higher Risk of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? And What About Prostate Cancer?
Men with early hair loss may have a higher risk of enlarged prostate and possibly prostate cancer due to shared hormonal factors.
research Combination of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Platelet Gel in Treatment of Resistant Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Series Study
Combining PRP and platelet gel effectively treats resistant hair loss, increasing hair density and thickness.
research Effect of Petroleum Ether and Ethanol Fractions of Seeds of Abrus Precatorius on Androgenic Alopecia
The seeds of Abrus precatorius, when processed, can prevent hair loss more effectively than common treatments.
research Synthesis of Phenanthridin-3-One Derivatives: Non-Steroidal Inhibitors of Steroid 5-Alpha-Reductase
New chemicals were made that can block an enzyme linked to hair loss, prostate growth, and acne.
research Screening of Steroid 5-Reductase Inhibitory Activity and Total Phenolic Content of Thai Plants
Ocimum basilicum L. and red Oryza sativa L. may help with hair loss and prostate issues.
research Recent Developments in Alopecias
Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
research Transcriptome Analysis to Identify the Downstream Genes of Androgen Receptor in Dermal Papilla Cells
The study found that androgen receptors in skin cells mainly affect the focal adhesion pathway and control the caveolin-1 gene, with implications for new treatments for related diseases.
research Dermatology Care Behind Bars
The first in-prison dermatology clinic in the U.S. faced challenges and found certain skin conditions common among inmates, with rare cases of serious skin cancer.
research The Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Criteria for the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Complete Task Force Report
The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.
research Topical Antiandrogens
Topical antiandrogens might treat skin issues like hair growth, balding, and acne, but finding effective treatments without side effects is challenging.
research Secretome of Mesenchymal Stromal Cells as a Possible Innovative Therapeutic Tool in Facial Nerve Injury Treatment
The secretome from mesenchymal stromal cells shows promise for improving facial nerve injury treatment.
research Aspects of Cutaneous Androgen-Dependent Syndromes
Understanding hormones is key to treating certain skin conditions.