research Methylated CpG Dinucleotides in 5-Alpha Reductase 2 Gene Might Explain the Finasteride-Resistance in BPE Patients
Methylated gene parts may cause finasteride-resistance in some enlarged prostate patients.
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research Associations Between Variants in the Cyclooxygenase 2 Enzyme Gene (PTGS2) and Development of Benign Prostate Enlargement
Certain gene variants may raise the risk of prostate enlargement, but taking NSAIDs could reduce this risk.
research Combination of Finasteride and Tamsulosin in the Treatment of Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: What Are Patients Thinking?
Patients follow treatment well, but many change medicines; good information helps compliance.
research The Role of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Obstruction and Related Conditions
Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic obstruction, improves urinary flow, reduces prostate size, and may prevent prostate cancer, but can cause sexual side effects.
research DermaCult Keratinocyte Expansion Medium: A Serum- and BPE-Free Medium Supporting Long-Term Feeder-Free Expansion of Primary Human Epidermal and Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Keratinocytes
DermaCult™ Keratinocyte Expansion Medium allows human skin cells to grow longer while keeping their ability to develop properly.
research Prediction of Bladder Prostatic Obstruction: Development of a Simplified Clinical Nomogram
Researchers created a simple tool to predict bladder blockage from prostate enlargement using urine flow rate and prostate volume.
research An Update on Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting hair follicles, with unclear causes and a need for better treatments.
research Minoxidil: Inhibition of Proliferation of Keratinocytes In Vitro
Minoxidil slows down keratinocyte growth without being toxic.
research Polyphenols from the Heartwood of Cercidiphyllum Japonicum and Their Effects on Proliferation of Mouse Hair Epithelial Cells
Extracts from Cercidiphyllum japonicum wood can stimulate mouse hair cell growth like common hair growth treatments.
research Continued Improvement in Pressure-Flow Parameters in Men Receiving Finasteride for 2 Years
Finasteride improves urinary function in men for 2 years.
research Finasteride Monotherapy Before TURP: Significant Improvement in Early Postoperative Quality of Life
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and improves early postoperative quality of life.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Outcomes of FDA Database
research Is Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? Analysis of 907 Patients
Hair loss is linked to higher prostate-specific antigen levels and urinary symptoms, likely due to age.
research A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Investigate the Effects of Finasteride Combined with a Biodegradable Self-Reinforced Poly L-Lactic Acid Spiral Stent in Patients with Urinary Retention Caused by Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Combination therapy improves urinary flow and reduces residual urine, but needs better stent design.
research Remediation of Prostate-Related Disorders Using Polyphenols: Kolaviron and Quercetin in Perspective
Kolaviron and quercetin may help treat prostate issues.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Secondary to Benign Prostatic Obstruction
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
research Ptosis in Childhood: Causes, Clinical Presentations, and Management
Childhood ptosis can vary from a minor cosmetic issue to a serious condition and may signal other health problems.
research Cutaneous Metabolism of Vitamin B-6
An enzyme other than TNAP might be responsible for vitamin B-6 metabolism in the skin.
research Different Gene Expression Profile Observed in Dermal Papilla Cells Related to Androgenic Alopecia by DNA Macroarray Analysis
Hair loss in balding individuals is linked to changes in specific hair growth-related genes.
research Protective Effect of Iris Germanica L. Rhizome-Derived Exosome Against Oxidative-Stress-Induced Cellular Senescence in Human Epidermal Keratinocytes
Iris germanica rhizome-derived exosomes help protect skin cells from oxidative stress and aging.
research Keratin Promotes Differentiation of Keratinocytes Seeded on Collagen/Keratin Hydrogels
Keratin helps skin cells mature when added to a collagen mix, which could be important for skin and hair health.
research Feasibility of Repairing Skin Defects by VEGF165 Gene-Modified iPS-HFSCs Seeded on a 3D Printed Scaffold Containing Astragalus Polysaccharide
The new method using gene-modified stem cells and a 3D printed scaffold improved skin repair in mice.
research Clinical Effects and Economic Impact of Dutasteride and Finasteride Therapy in Italian Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Dutasteride reduces hospitalization and prostate cancer risk compared to finasteride, potentially offsetting its higher cost.
research Serotoninergic And Melatoninergic Systems Are Fully Expressed In Human Skin
Human skin can make serotonin and melatonin.
research Generating Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells with a High-Efficiency, Non-Invasive Method: An Improved Way to Cultivate Keratinocytes from Plucked Hair for Reprogramming
The conclusion is that the new method makes collecting cells from plucked hair to create stem cells more efficient and less invasive.
research Increased Serum C-Reactive Protein Levels Imply Chronic Inflammation in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Predominant Storage Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Higher CRP levels suggest chronic inflammation is linked to bladder-related urinary symptoms in men with enlarged prostates.
research Hair Follicular Cell/Organ Culture in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Stem cell therapy is a promising approach for hair regrowth despite potential side effects.
research The Silver Locus Product (Silv/gp100/Pmel17) as a New Tool for the Analysis of Melanosome Transfer in Human Melanocyte–Keratinocyte Co-Culture
The new assay can track and measure melanosome transfer between skin cells, confirming filopodia's role in this process.
research Sexuality and Old Age
Older adults still engage in sexual activities but face challenges like health issues and lack of professional support, highlighting the need for better healthcare provider education and research on sexual fulfillment in old age.
research Pharmacological Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: An Overview for the Practicing Clinician
Medications have become the main treatment for enlarged prostate symptoms, replacing surgery and watchful waiting.