research Management of Endocrine Disease: Hyperandrogenic States in Women - Pitfalls in Laboratory Diagnosis
Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
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research Testosterone in Women: Measurement and Therapeutic Use
Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.
research Regulatory Roles of Androgens in Cutaneous Wound Healing
Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.
research The Prolactin Receptor as a Therapeutic Target in Human Diseases: Exploring New Potential Indications
Blocking the prolactin receptor might help treat various diseases, but more research is needed.
research Percutaneous Drug Delivery to the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles could be used to deliver drugs effectively, with the right understanding and methods.
research Mario Lacouture: How Do I Treat a Patient with Dermatologic Toxicities to EGFR Inhibitors?
Dr. Mario Lacouture recommends preventive and specific treatments for skin side effects caused by EGFR inhibitors to improve patients' quality of life.
research Molecular Docking Studies and ADME-Tox Prediction of Phytocompounds from Punica Granatum Peel as a Potential Anti-Alopecia Treatment
Pomegranate peel compounds may help treat hair loss.
research COVID-19 and Androgenic Status: Do Testosterone or Dihydrotestosterone Have a Pivotal Role?
Higher dihydrotestosterone may be linked to more inflammation in COVID-19 patients with low testosterone.
research Androgen Sensitivity Gateway to COVID-19 Disease Severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
research Differential Expression of CXCL12 in Human and Mouse Hair: Androgens Induce CXCL12 in Human Dermal Papilla and Dermal Sheath Cup
Targeting CXCL12 may help treat hair loss caused by androgens.
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 High Prevalence of Chronic Thyroiditis in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
People with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher chance of having chronic thyroiditis.
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.
research Adverse Effects of Common Medications on Male Fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
research Testosterone Levels in Relation to Oral Contraceptive Use and the Androgen Receptor CAG and GGC Length Polymorphisms in Healthy Young Women
Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
research Costunolide: A Bioactive Sesquiterpene Lactone with Diverse Therapeutic Potential
Costunolide may have multiple health benefits, including promoting hair growth and protecting against cancer and diabetes, but more research is needed.
research Acne
Acne significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with research suggesting hormonal and genetic factors in its development and emphasizing early treatment to prevent scarring.
research Deciphering Anti-Alopecia Activity of Polyphenol from Beta Vulgaris Root Against 5α-Reductase: Molecular Insight
Beetroot extract may help treat hair loss naturally with fewer side effects.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research The Current and Emerging Role of Statins in the Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Evidence to Date
Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.
research Androgen Receptors Are Only Present in Mesenchyme-Derived Dermal Papilla Cells of Red Deer Neck Follicles When Raised Androgens Induce a Mane in the Breeding Season
Red deer only have androgen receptors in neck hair cells for mane growth during breeding season.
research Recent Approaches of Antibody Therapeutics in Androgenetic Alopecia
Antibody treatments show promise for hair loss but need more research.
research TR3 Is Preferentially Expressed by Bulge Epithelial Stem Cells in Human Hair Follicles
TR3 is mainly found in hair follicle stem cells and may be involved in hair loss.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
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 Role of 5α-Reductase in Health and Disease
5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
research Matriptase Activation and Shedding with HAI-1 Induced by Steroid Sex Hormones in Human Prostate Cancer Cells, but Not in Breast Cancer Cells
Steroid sex hormones activate matriptase in prostate cancer cells but not in breast cancer cells.
research Drug-Induced Acne: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Some medications can cause acne, and stopping these drugs is the main treatment.
research Management of Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted therapies for lung cancer are effective but require careful management of side effects to benefit patients.
research Molecular Targeted Therapies for Cancer: Sorafenib Monotherapy and Its Combination with Other Therapies
Sorafenib helps some advanced cancers alone or with other treatments, but not all, and research continues to improve its use.