research Alopecia Areata: A Multifactorial Autoimmune Condition
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.
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research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Adult Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Begins in Childhood
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.
research Pharma in the Bedroom and the Kitchen: The Pharmaceuticalisation of Daily Life
The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
research Function and Underlying Mechanisms of Seasonal Color Molting in Mammals and Birds: What Keeps Them Changing in a Warming World?
Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.
research Hormonal Contraceptives: Pharmacology Tailored to Women's Health
New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Clinical Criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Transfollicular Drug Delivery: Penetration of Drugs Through Human Scalp Skin and Comparison of Penetration Between Scalp and Abdominal Skins In Vitro
Drugs penetrate scalp skin better than abdominal skin, with scalp hair follicles aiding in higher drug delivery.
research Acne and Systemic Disease
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.
research Scalp Dermoscopy or Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a quick, noninvasive method to diagnose hair and scalp disorders, often reducing the need for biopsies.
research What Should It Take to Describe a Substance or Product as 'Sperm-Safe'?
Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
research Modulation of Glucocorticoid Action and the Treatment of Type-2 Diabetes
Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss in Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
Hair loss in women may have causes other than hormones.
research LY191704: A Selective, Nonsteroidal Inhibitor of Human Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Type 1
LY191704 is a compound that effectively blocks a specific enzyme involved in hormone conversion and could help treat enlarged prostate and hair loss.
research Regulatory T Cells in Inflammatory Skin Disease: From Mice to Humans
Special immune cells called Regulatory T cells help control skin inflammation and repair in various skin diseases.
research Proline-Rich Protein-Like PRPL1 Controls Elongation of Root Hairs in Arabidopsis Thaliana
A gene in Arabidopsis thaliana, AtPRPL1, affects root hair length but not cell wall composition.
research Arabinogalactan Proteins Are Involved in Root Hair Development in Barley
Certain proteins are essential for the growth of root hairs in barley.
research Clinical Applications of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.
research A Glutathione-Dependent Control of the Indole Butyric Acid Pathway Supports Arabidopsis Root System Adaptation to Phosphate Deprivation
Glutathione helps Arabidopsis roots adapt to low phosphate by regulating a specific growth pathway.
research Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues
Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
research Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Clinical, Biochemical, and Molecular Genetic Study
High levels of TNF-α may contribute to obesity and insulin resistance in PCOS, but not due to the C850T genetic variation.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis, Genetic Factors, and Treatments Using Mouse Models
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research Prevention and Treatment of Adverse Effects Related to Chemotherapy for Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
Nurses are crucial in managing chemotherapy side effects for ovarian cancer patients to improve their quality of life.
research Leucaena Leucocephala: A Nutritional Profile
Leucaena leucocephala is nutritious but needs careful processing to remove toxins.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: An Overview
Female pattern hair loss treatments vary in effectiveness and may have side effects.
research Minoxidil: Hemodynamic and Clinical Experiences with a New Peripheral Vasodilator
Minoxidil helps control blood pressure but has side-effects, so it's not for everyone.
research Metabolic Dysfunction in Obese Hispanic Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Obese Hispanic women with PCOS are at higher risk for metabolic problems than non-Hispanic white women.
research Successful White Hair Removal with Combined Coloring and Intense Pulsed Light: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Coloring white hair before IPL treatment effectively helps remove it.
research Family Planning 2011: Better Use of Existing Methods, New Strategies, and More Informed Choices for Female Contraception
The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.