research Immuno-Endocrinology of COVID-19: The Key Role of Sex Hormones
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.
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research Bioactives in Chinese Proprietary Medicine Modulate 5α-Reductase Activity and Gene Expression Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia
Chinese medicine may help treat hair loss by affecting genes and enzyme activity.
research Impact of Alpha Blockers, 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors, and Combination Therapy on Sexual Function
Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
research Anthralin (Dithranol) in Dermatology
Anthralin is effective for psoriasis and alopecia with minimal systemic side effects but can irritate the skin.
research Mutation-Specific siRNA Knockdown of GJB2: Potential Gene Therapy for Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness Syndrome
Targeted siRNA therapy may be a promising treatment for KID syndrome by reducing mutant gene expression and improving cell communication.
research Clinical and Histopathologic Features of Hair Loss in Patients with HIV-1 Infection
People with late-stage HIV-1 often experience a specific type of hair loss linked to multiple factors, including nutritional issues and immune responses.
research Asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Infection or COVID-19 Vaccination Effect for Severe Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in a 6-Year-Old Girl: Case Report and Review of the Literature
COVID-19 vaccination may be linked to MIS-C in children, highlighting the need for quick diagnosis and treatment.
research Stimulation of Hair Regrowth in an Animal Model of Androgenic Alopecia Using 2-Deoxy-D-Ribose
2-deoxy-D-ribose gel may help regrow hair in cases of hair loss.
research New Insights Into Inflammatory Memory of Epidermal Stem Cells
Skin stem cells remember past inflammation, helping them respond better to future injuries and possibly aiding in treating skin issues.
research The Biological Actions of Dehydroepiandrosterone Involve Multiple Receptors
DHEA affects multiple receptors and may help with metabolic issues, but its safety and effectiveness in humans are unclear.
research WNT Signaling in Disease
The WNT signaling pathway is important in many diseases and targeting it could offer new treatments.
research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research Alopecia And Ocular Alterations: A Role For Minoxidil?
Minoxidil, a common alopecia medication, might cause eye changes due to its properties and lack of tissue selectivity.
research Neuregulin3 Alters Cell Fate in the Epidermis and Mammary Gland
Neuregulin3 affects cell development in the skin and mammary glands.
research Differences in Expression of Specific Biomarkers Distinguish Human Beard from Scalp Dermal Papilla Cells
Beard and scalp hair cells have different gene expressions, which may affect beard growth characteristics.
research Neurosteroids, Neuroactive Steroids, and Symptoms of Affective Disorders
Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
research Progress and Prospects: Gene Therapy for Performance and Appearance Enhancement
Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
research Data from Targeting Superficial or Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma with Topically Formulated Small Molecule Inhibitor of Smoothened
The treatment was ineffective in humans.
research The Important Role of Leptin in Modulating the Risk of Dermatological Diseases
Leptin, a hormone from fat cells, affects immune responses and can influence skin diseases and hair growth.
research Hedgehog Signaling Maintains Hair Follicle Stem Cell Phenotype in Young and Aged Human Skin
Hedgehog signaling helps keep hair follicle stem cells the same in both young and old human skin.
research Epithelial Integrity Is Maintained by a Matriptase-Dependent Proteolytic Pathway
Matriptase is crucial for keeping epithelial tissues healthy and functioning properly.
research Rooster Feathering, Androgenic Alopecia, And Hormone-Dependent Tumor Growth: What Is In Common?
Sex hormones affect hair and feather growth and may help manage alopecia and hormone-dependent cancers.
research Disrupted Pancreatic Exocrine Differentiation and Malabsorption in Response to Chronic Elevated Systemic Glucocorticoid
High glucocorticoids cause pancreatic malfunction and malabsorption, reversible with enzyme supplements.
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 KGF And EGF Signaling Block Hair Follicle Induction And Promote Interfollicular Epidermal Fate In Developing Mouse Skin
EGF and KGF signalling prevent hair follicle formation and promote skin cell development in mice.
research Abstracts
The document reports findings on genetic research, including ethical concerns about genome editing, improved diagnosis of mitochondrial mutations, solving inherited eye diseases, confirming gene roles in epilepsy, linking a gene to aneurysms, and identifying genes associated with age-related macular degeneration.
research Heme Oxygenase and the Skin in Health and Disease
HO-1 helps skin health and healing but can worsen melanoma; it's a potential treatment target for skin diseases.
research FOXN1 Italian Founder Mutation in Indian Family: Implications in Prenatal Diagnosis
A rare genetic mutation found in an Indian family can be detected through prenatal screening.
research Minoxidil Cannot Be Used To Target Lysyl Hydroxylases During Postnatal Mouse Lung Development: A Cautionary Note
Minoxidil does not work to inhibit lysyl hydroxylases in newborn mouse lungs.
research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research And Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.