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.
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research The Effect of Finasteride on the Secretion of Testosterone, DHT, LH, FSH, and Tissue Factors in the Testis of NMRI Mice
Finasteride reduces sperm count and quality and alters hormone levels in mice.
research Pharmacologic Inhibition of JAK-STAT Signaling Promotes Hair Growth
Blocking JAK-STAT signaling can lead to hair growth.
research Therapeutic Strategy for Hair Regeneration: Hair Cycle Activation, Niche Environment Modulation, Wound-Induced Follicle Neogenesis, and Stem Cell Engineering
The conclusion is that hair growth can be improved by activating hair cycles, changing the surrounding environment, healing wounds to create new hair follicles, and using stem cell technology.
research Module-Based Complexity Formation: Periodic Patterning in Feathers and Hairs
The conclusion is that understanding how feathers and hairs pattern can help in developing hair regeneration treatments.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant-Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research Quantification of Reproductive Hormones in Hair of Captive Adult Brown Bears and Their Application as Indicators of Sex and Reproductive State
Measuring reproductive hormones in brown bear hair could help identify their sex and reproductive state, but better collection methods or lab techniques are needed.
research Review of Oral Minoxidil as Treatment of Hair Disorders: In Search of the Perfect Dose
Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
research The Quality of European Dermatological Guidelines: Critical Appraisal of the Quality of EDF Guidelines Using the AGREE II Instrument
European dermatological guidelines vary in quality, with some highly rated, but improvements are needed in applicability and consistency.
research Potential Factors Contributing to Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness may be caused by factors like poor blood circulation, scalp tension, stress, and hormonal imbalances, but the exact causes are still unclear.
research Hyperandrogenism, Elevated 17-Hydroxyprogesterone and Its Urinary Metabolites in a Young Woman with Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor, Not Otherwise Specified: Case Report and Review of the Literature
A young woman's symptoms suggested PCOS, but tests and surgery confirmed and treated a rare ovarian tumor, resolving her condition.
research Discovery of Genes and Proteins Possibly Regulating Mean Wool Fibre Diameter Using cDNA Microarray and Proteomic Approaches
Researchers identified genes and proteins that may influence wool thickness in sheep.
research Challenges in the Diagnosis of Simple-Virilizing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Case Report
Diagnosing simple-virilizing congenital adrenal hyperplasia can be difficult and requires thorough testing and expert advice.
research Alopecia in Dogs: Causes, Incidence, and Clinical Signs with Special Reference to Nutritional Alopecia
Alopecia in dogs is often caused by mange, flea and tick infestations, and nutritional deficiencies, especially in males and young dogs.
research Adult Patients with Aphallia: Were They Fertile?
The document does not determine if adults with aphallia are fertile.
research Minoxidil Use in Androgenic Alopecia
Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and enlarge small follicles in common hair loss, but doesn't stop it, and its effects can be boosted when combined with finasteride.
research Laboratory and Experimental Trichology
The document concludes that the trichogram is a useful tool for diagnosing hair loss and suggests semi-organ cultures for practical trichological research.
research A Human Prenatal Skin Cell Atlas Reveals Immune Cell Regulation of Skin Morphogenesis
Immune cells are essential for early hair and skin development and healing.
research Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors for the Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Conditions
PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.
research Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto can help with prostate issues and may promote hair growth.
research Finasteride and Sperm Concentration: Rapid Systematic Review
Finasteride appears safe for long-term sperm concentration, but more research is needed for clear conclusions.
research Amino Acids Oral Treatment for the Amelioration of Skin, Hair, and Nails Conditions: An Open-Label Study
Taking an amino acid supplement improved skin, hair, and nail health in women.
research Encapsulation of Curcumin in Polystyrene-Based Nanoparticles: Drug Loading Capacity and Cytotoxicity
Curcumin can be effectively loaded into polystyrene nanoparticles, which are safe for human cells and more biocompatible with curcumin inside.
research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5 Alpha Reductase in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss by Trichoscopy
Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.
research Notch Signaling Is Significantly Suppressed in Basal Cell Carcinomas and Activation Induces Basal Cell Carcinoma Cell Apoptosis
Activating Notch signaling can kill basal cell carcinoma cells.
research Expression Profile Analysis of MicroRNAs During Hair Follicle Development in the Sheep Fetus
Ten miRNAs may play key roles in starting secondary hair follicle development in sheep foetuses.
research Dermoscopic Findings of Alopecia in Patients with Hypothyroidism
People with hypothyroidism and hair loss often have more hair and scalp issues than those without thyroid problems.
research MicroRNA-148a Controls Epidermal and Hair Follicle Stem/Progenitor Cells by Modulating the Activities of ROCK1 and ELF5
MicroRNA-148a is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and hair growth by affecting stem cell functions.
research Antiviral Drugs Prolong Survival in Murine Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
Antiviral drugs, especially daclatasvir, may be a new treatment for a rare skin disease, improving survival and reducing symptoms in mice.
research Regulatory Effects of FGF9 on Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation in Small-Tailed Han Sheep
FGF9 helps hair follicles grow in small-tailed Han sheep by affecting cell growth and certain signaling pathways.