August 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” New regenerative therapies show promise for treating hair loss.
March 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Zinc, copper, and iron are important for skin health and may help diagnose skin diseases.
February 2024 in “ACS Omega” The Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
November 2023 in “Polish Hyperbaric Research” Some treatments for hair loss, like finasteride, biotin, and minoxidil, can be effective, but their success varies by individual case.
October 2022 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that personalized hormonal treatments are important for transgender individuals and more research is needed for non-binary treatments.
March 2023 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
January 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” AA–TF#15 significantly promotes hair regrowth and could be an effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.
January 2022 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Using platelet-rich plasma injections and biotin pills together significantly increases hair regrowth in men with hair loss.
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July 1984 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy helped increase hair growth in women with hormonal imbalances related to baldness.
Arabica coffee pulp extract may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.
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July 1993 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Sex hormones and antiandrogens can either stimulate or inhibit human hair follicle cell growth depending on the dose.
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December 2020 in “Problemy e̊ndokrinologii” Male hormones may make COVID-19 worse, while substances that block these hormones could lessen symptoms.
December 2022 in “CRC Press eBooks” Antiandrogens block male hormones and are not safe during pregnancy.
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone can slow down the growth of certain hair follicle cells.
58 citations,
January 2006 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.
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June 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
30 citations,
June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.
19 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Dermal papilla cells are key for hair growth and could help us understand and treat hair loss.
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February 2011 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” We need better treatments for hair loss, and while test-tube methods are helpful, they can't fully replace animal tests for evaluating new hair growth treatments.
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April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal” Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.
5 citations,
January 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Skin creams that block male hormones may help with hair growth, hair loss, and acne.
6 citations,
April 2004 in “Journal of Enzyme Inhibition and Medicinal Chemistry” New progesterone-based compounds can block male hormones.
19 citations,
June 1999 in “Steroids” Different halogens on progesterone derivatives can either block or mimic male hormone effects, depending on their type and amount.
17 citations,
January 1984 in “Psychotherapy and psychosomatics” Antiandrogen treatment can reduce sexual enjoyment in women with excess male hormones, especially those in stable relationships.
9 citations,
March 1991 in “Endocrinology” Using two drugs together, Flutamide and 4-MA, is more effective for blocking male hormones than using each one alone.
3 citations,
September 2016 in “Natural Product Communications” Germacrene analogs, especially 8-Hydroxy germacrene B, are more effective than germacrone at blocking a hormone-related enzyme and could help treat hair loss.
90 citations,
July 2009 in “PTR. Phytotherapy research/Phytotherapy research” Spearmint tea may reduce testosterone and self-reported hair growth in women with PCOS.
January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
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May 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa lacks strong evidence and needs more research.
Antiandrogens might help prevent or treat COVID-19 by blocking the virus's entry into cells.