research Changes in the Nail Plate of the Elderly
Old people's nails often have problems due to body changes, more diseases, and self-care difficulties, affecting their movement and hand use.
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research Cutaneous Mycoses in the Elderly
Skin fungal infections are more common in older adults due to factors like obesity, poor circulation, reduced mobility, and weakened immune defenses from certain medications.
research Diseases of Genital Skin in the Elderly
Older people often have untreated genital skin diseases due to embarrassment and lack of medical attention, which can lead to discomfort and even cancer risk.
research Behcet's Disease and Complex Aphthosis
Aging affects hair density and skin health, and Behcet's disease, a complex condition with no specific test, involves sores and systemic issues, treated with various medications.
research Testosterone Therapy for Transgender Men: Effects and Safety
Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.
research Hair and Cancer Chemotherapy: Consequences and Nursing Care - A Literature Study
Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
research The Psychology of Hair Loss and Its Implications for Patient Care
Hair loss can significantly affect a person's self-esteem and body image, especially in young people, those who value their looks highly, and women.
research TRP Channels in Skin Biology and Pathophysiology
TRP channels in the skin are important for sensation and health, and targeting them could help treat skin disorders.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Review
Hair loss from Telogen Effluvium usually gets better within 6 months after addressing the cause.
research Regulatory Roles of Androgens in Cutaneous Wound Healing
Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.
research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens
Different women's hair and skin glands respond to hormones in varied ways, which can cause unwanted hair growth even with normal hormone levels, and more research is needed to treat this effectively.
research Hair Through the Female Life Cycle
Women's hair generally gets thinner and less dense starting in their mid-thirties, with hair loss becoming more common as they age due to both genetics and environment.
research Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry
The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
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 Evaluation of New Pregnane Derivatives as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New pregnane derivatives are effective at inhibiting an enzyme linked to hair loss and reducing oil gland activity.
research Exposure of Xenopus Laevis Tadpoles to Finasteride, an Inhibitor of 5-Alpha Reductase Activity, Impairs Spermatogenesis and Alters Hypophyseal Feedback Mechanisms
Finasteride exposure harms tadpole reproduction and hormone balance.
research Biomedical Versus Cultural Constructions of Abnormality: The Case of Idiopathic Hirsutism in the United States
The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
research The Role of the Adrenal Glands in Regulating Onset of Winter Fur Growth in Mink (Mustela Vison)
Adrenal glands delay the start of winter fur growth in mink.
research The Androgen Receptor Gene Polyglycine Repeat Polymorphism Is Associated With Memory Performance In Healthy Chinese Individuals
Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
research The Use of Plants in Hair and Scalp Preparations
Plant-based ingredients in hair care are being replaced by synthetic alternatives.
research Molecular Evolution of HR, a Gene That Regulates the Postnatal Cycle of the Hair Follicle
Changes in the HR gene have influenced hair growth and may lead to hair loss conditions in humans.
research How Different Is Human Hair? A Critical Appraisal of Global Hair Fibre Characteristics and Properties Towards Defining a More Relevant Framework for Hair Type Classification
Human hair varies widely and should be classified by curl type rather than race.
research Transcriptomic Profiling in Silurana Tropicalis Testes Exposed to Finasteride
Finasteride affects frog testes by increasing testosterone, decreasing 5α-DHT, and impacting genes related to reproduction and other functions.
research Proscar (Finasteride) Inhibits 5α-Reductase Activity in the Ovaries and Testes of Lytechinus Variegatus Lamarck (Echinodermata: Echinoidea)
Proscar (finasteride) blocks 5α-reductase in sea urchin ovaries and testes, suggesting potential treatment for androgen-related conditions.
research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
research Serum Ferritin and Vitamin D Levels in Premature Hair Graying of College Students at Universitas Sumatera Utara
Most young men with early gray hair have low vitamin D but normal iron levels.
research Hair Health and Management of Common Hair Disorders
Using the right hair care products can improve hair health and help manage hair disorders.
research Role of Environmental Factors and Gonadotoxin Exposure in Unexplained Male Infertility
Environmental factors and exposure to toxins may contribute to male infertility by affecting sperm and hormone function.
research Molecular Interactions of Natural and Synthetic Steroids in Female Hamsters’ Flank Organs
Testosterone, progesterone, and levonorgestrel change enzyme levels related to fat production in hamster skin, which could affect skin oil and acne.
research Dermatology
Skin diseases are common and can significantly affect people's lives; better outcome measures and ethical clinical trials are needed to improve dermatology care.