research Inhibition of Skin 5α-Reductase by Oral Contraceptive Progestins In Vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
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research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or With Finasteride Does Not Improve Measurements of Cognition in Healthy Older Men With Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone with or without finasteride doesn't improve thinking skills in older men with low testosterone.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
research Red Ginseng Monograph
Red ginseng may improve immunity, fatigue, memory, blood circulation, and menopausal symptoms, and is generally safe to consume.
research Generation and Characterization of Rat Liver Stem Cell Lines and Their Engraftment in a Rat Model of Liver Failure
Researchers created rat liver stem cells that could help repair liver failure in rats and may be useful for studying human liver diseases.
research What Does Androgenetic Alopecia Have to Do with COVID-19? An Insight into a Potential New Therapy
Androgenetic alopecia linked to COVID-19 severity; drugs reducing androgen receptor activation may help.
research Distribution of Extracellular Matrix Molecules in Human Hair Follicles
ECM molecules are crucial for hair growth and development.
research Efficacy and Safety of Diphenylcyclopropenone Alone or in Combination with Anthralin in the Treatment of Chronic Extensive Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Case Series
Combining diphenylcyclopropenone with anthralin is more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than using diphenylcyclopropenone alone, but may cause more side effects.
research Wnt/β-Catenin and ERK Pathway Activation: A Possible Mechanism of Photobiomodulation Therapy with Light-Emitting Diodes That Regulate the Proliferation of Human Outer Root Sheath Cells
LED light therapy may help hair growth by activating certain cell pathways.
research Aromatase Deficiency in a Male Patient: Case Report and Literature Review
A male with aromatase deficiency improved bone health with estradiol treatment.
research Effects of PNU157706, a Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Rat Epididymal Sperm Maturation and Fertility
PNU157706 reduced rat sperm movement and fertility without affecting offspring health.
research Microencapsulated Cell Tracking
Microencapsulation helps protect and track therapeutic cells, showing promise for treating various diseases, but more work is needed to improve the technology.
research Inhibition of Hair Growth by Testosterone in the Presence of Dermal Papilla Cells from the Frontal Bald Scalp of the Postpubertal Stumptailed Macaque
Testosterone can slow down hair growth when combined with certain cells from bald scalps, and this effect can be blocked by an androgen receptor blocker.
research Dutasteride Reduces Alcohol’s Sedative Effects in Men in a Human Laboratory Setting and Reduces Drinking in the Natural Environment
Dutasteride makes alcohol less sedating and may lead to less drinking in men.
research Blimp1+ Cells Generate Functional Mouse Sebaceous Gland Organoids In Vitro
Single Blimp1+ cells can create functional sebaceous gland organoids in the lab.
research Finasteride Inhibits the Disease-Modifying Activity of Progesterone in the Hippocampus Kindling Model of Epileptogenesis
Finasteride worsens seizures in epilepsy rats and speeds up epileptogenesis in mice.
research Effects of Oral Finasteride on Erectile Function in a Rat Model
Finasteride reduces corpus cavernosum weight but doesn't affect erectile response in rats.
research Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis Using Bimatoprost: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Vehicle-Controlled Pilot Study
Bimatoprost effectively and safely improves eyebrow appearance.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research Topical Absorption and Systemic Toxicity
Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.
research Study on the Zona Pellucida 4 (ZP4) Gene Sequence and Its Expression in the Ovaries of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research suggests that the ZP4 gene is linked to egg development in women with PCOS but requires more study to understand its role in infertility.
research Mechanism of Salutary Effects of Finasteride on Post-Traumatic Immune/Inflammatory Response
Finasteride reduces inflammation and improves immune response after trauma by altering hormone levels.
research Platelet Sonicates Activate Hair Follicle Stem Cells And Mediate Enhanced Hair Follicle Regeneration
Sonicated platelet-rich plasma boosts hair growth by activating stem cells.
research Effects of Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy on Alopecia Areata in Cellular and Hair Follicle Organ Culture Models
Mesenchymal stem cell therapy may help treat alopecia areata by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
research Minoxidil: Hemodynamic and Clinical Experiences with a New Peripheral Vasodilator
Minoxidil helps control blood pressure but has side-effects, so it's not for everyone.
research CRISPR/Cas9-Mediated Disruption of Fibroblast Growth Factor 5 in Rabbits Results in a Systemic Long Hair Phenotype by Prolonging Anagen
Disrupting the FGF5 gene in rabbits leads to longer hair by extending the hair growth phase.
research Flightless I Exacerbation of Inflammatory Responses Contributes to Increased Colonic Damage in a Mouse Model of Dextran Sulfate Sodium-Induced Ulcerative Colitis
High levels of the protein Flightless I worsen ulcerative colitis symptoms in mice.
research Sex Hormones and Antiandrogens Influence In Vitro Growth of Dermal Papilla Cells and Outer Root Sheath Keratinocytes of Human Hair Follicles
Certain sex hormones and antiandrogens can either slow down or speed up the growth of human hair follicle cells depending on their concentration.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Cell Therapy
PRP and cell therapies may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Persistent Adverse Effects of Antidepressants
Antidepressants can cause long-term side effects like severe withdrawal symptoms and sexual dysfunction, which can last for months or years after stopping the medication.