research What’s Sex Got to Do With COVID-19? Gender-Based Differences in the Host Immune Response to Coronaviruses
Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
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research Cepharanthine: An Update of Its Mode of Action, Pharmacological Properties, and Medical Applications
Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
research MicroRNA-302 Increases Reprogramming Efficiency via Repression of NR2F2
MicroRNA-302 helps improve the conversion of body cells into stem cells by blocking NR2F2.
research Pharmacological Evidence for Extracts and Secondary Metabolites from Plants of the Genus Hibiscus
Hibiscus plant extracts may have health benefits like lowering blood pressure and protecting the heart.
research Targeting the Wnt Pathways for Therapies
Blocking the Wnt pathway could lead to new treatments for cancer and tissue repair but requires careful development to avoid side effects.
research Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Young Czech Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Young Czech women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart problems and should be regularly checked for cholesterol and glucose issues.
research Unmet Medical Needs in Chronic, Non-Communicable Inflammatory Skin Diseases
There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.
research Microneedling for the Treatment of Hair Loss
Microneedling can help stimulate hair growth, especially when used with other treatments, but it's not better than existing therapies.
research Improvement of Endothelial Function with Metformin and Rosiglitazone Treatment in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.
research Steroidal 5α-Reductase and 17α-Hydroxylase/17,20-Lyase (CYP17) Inhibitors Useful in the Treatment of Prostatic Diseases
Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
research The Pharmacologic Treatment of Muscle Pain
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand how to treat muscle pain with drugs.
research The Activin Binding Proteins Follistatin and Follistatin-Related Protein Are Differentially Regulated In Vitro and During Cutaneous Wound Repair
FLRG and follistatin have different roles in wound healing.
research Regulation of Masculinization: Androgen Signaling for External Genitalia Development
Male genital development is driven by androgen signaling and understanding it could help address congenital anomalies.
research Eph/Ephrin Signaling in Epidermal Differentiation and Disease
Eph/ephrin signaling is important for skin cell behavior and could be targeted to treat skin diseases.
research Phytochemical Analyses of Ziziphus Jujuba Mill. Var. Spinosa Seed by Ultrahigh Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
The study found that Ziziphus jujuba seeds contain beneficial compounds for treating insomnia and anxiety and that the methods used are effective for assessing their quality.
research De Novo Single-Nucleotide and Copy Number Variation in Discordant Monozygotic Twins Reveals Disease-Related Genes
The research found genetic differences in identical twins that could explain why one twin has a disease while the other does not.
research Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PRP treatment improves hair density and thickness for alopecia, but needs more research.
research Premature Adrenarche: Early Maturation of Adrenal Glands in Children
Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.
research MicroRNAs in the Skin: Role in Development, Homeostasis, and Regeneration
MicroRNAs are important for skin health and could be targets for new skin disorder treatments.
research Ultrasound Detection of Retained Hair Tracts in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Ultrasound shows 80% of Hidradenitis Suppurativa patients have abnormal hair tracts that may worsen the condition.
research The TFIID Subunit TAF4 Regulates Keratinocyte Proliferation and Has Cell-Autonomous and Non-Cell-Autonomous Tumor Suppressor Activity in Mouse Epidermis
TAF4 is important for skin cell growth and helps prevent skin cancer in mice.
research Adverse Health Effects of Androgen Use
Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.
research Effect of Bioclimatic Area and Season on Phenolics and Antioxidant Activities of Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis L.) Leaves
Rosemary's antioxidant content changes with the climate and season.
research Overview of Ultrasound Imaging Applications in Dermatology
Ultrasound is a useful, non-invasive tool in dermatology for diagnosing skin conditions and guiding treatments, but it has some limitations.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research Novel Aspects of Age-Protection by Spermidine Supplementation Are Associated with Preserved Telomere Length
Spermidine helps protect against aging by preserving telomere length.
research The Effect of Finasteride and Dutasteride on the Synthesis of Neurosteroids by Glioblastoma Cells
Finasteride and dutasteride reduce neurosteroid production, possibly helping treat glioblastoma.
research Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications
Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
research Leucaena Leucocephala: A Nutritional Profile
Leucaena leucocephala is nutritious but needs careful processing to remove toxins.
research Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease Occurring During Pegylated Interferon-α2b and Ribavirin Combination Therapy for Chronic Hepatitis C
Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease can develop during interferon therapy for chronic hepatitis C.