research Low Prevalence of Twisted Hair in Anorexia Nervosa
Twisted hair is rare in severe anorexia nervosa, found in only 2 out of 30 patients.
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research Antiandrogen Drugs Lower Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Hirsute Subjects: Evidence That Serum PSA Is a Marker of Androgen Action in Women
Antiandrogen drugs can reduce PSA levels in women with excess hair, suggesting PSA is a sign of male hormone activity in women.
research A Comparative Study of a New Food Supplement, Viviscal, with Fish Extract for the Treatment of Hereditary Androgenic Alopecia in Young Males
ViviScal®, a food supplement, was found to be highly effective in treating hereditary hair loss in young males, while fish extract showed no impact.
research Cellular Nanofiber Structure with Secretory Activity-Promoting Characteristics for Multicellular Spheroid Formation and Hair Follicle Regeneration
Nanofiber structure helps regenerate hair follicles.
research The State of the Art in Hair Transplantation Techniques
Advancements in hair transplantation have resulted in more natural-looking hair and increased patient satisfaction.
research Development of Finasteride/PHBV@Polyvinyl Alcohol/Chitosan Reservoir-Type Microspheres as a Potential Embolic Agent: From In Vitro Evaluation to Animal Study
Created microspheres show potential for safe and effective use in prostate artery embolization.
research Nanoemulsion Vehicles as Carriers for Follicular Delivery of Luteolin
Nanoemulsion is a promising method for delivering luteolin to promote hair growth without minoxidil's side effects.
research Physico-Chemical Properties of Cationic Niosomes Loaded with Fraction of Rice (Oryza sativa) Bran Extract
Niosomes with rice bran extract could be useful for anti-hair loss products.
research Rat Steroid 5α-Reductase Kinetic Characteristics: Extreme pH-Dependency of the Type II Isozyme in Prostate and Epididymis Homogenates
The activity of a specific rat enzyme in the prostate and epididymis is highly dependent on the acidity level.
research Impact of Substrate Stiffness on Dermal Papilla Aggregates in Microgels
Softer hydrogel surfaces help maintain hair growth-related functions in skin cells.
research Anti-Zika Activity of a Library of Synthetic Carbohydrate Receptors
Some synthetic carbohydrate receptors, especially compounds 3 and 15, show strong potential for treating Zika virus.
research Topical Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia: Optimizing the Chance for Success by Appropriate Patient Selection
Minoxidil works for 56% of balding men with specific criteria.
research Proteomic Characterization of Damaged Single Hairs Recovered After an Explosion for Protein-Based Human Identification
Explosions don't stop hair proteins from being used to identify people.
research Alterations in Transcriptome and Antioxidant Activity of Naturally Aged Mice Exposed to Selenium-Rich Rice
Eating selenium-rich rice improved antioxidant activity and signs of aging in mice.
research Consumption of a Low-Carbohydrate and High-Fat Diet Exaggerates Biotin Deficiency in Mice
The ketogenic diet can worsen biotin deficiency, suggesting a need for biotin supplements.
research Enhancement of In Vitro Hair Shaft Elongation in Follicles Stored in Buffers That Prevent Follicle Cell Apoptosis
Storing hair follicles in special buffers with added protective substances can increase hair growth and reduce cell death.
research Heme Oxygenase and the Skin in Health and Disease
HO-1 helps skin health and healing but can worsen melanoma; it's a potential treatment target for skin diseases.
research Process Development and Crystallization in Oiling-Out System of a Novel Topical Antiandrogen
In 2017, a new method was created to efficiently produce a topical antiandrogen, a compound used to treat excess sebum and acne, with a high yield and purity.
research Effects of the Anti-Androgen Finasteride on 5α-Reduction of Androgens in the Presence of Progesterone in Human Gingival Fibroblasts: Modulatory Actions of the Alkaline Phosphatase Inhibitor Levamisole
Finasteride reduces testosterone conversion, progesterone lessens this, and levamisole enhances finasteride's effect.
research Polyethylene Glycol Ornamented Small Intestinal Submucosa Biosponge for Skin Tissue Engineering
The new SIS-PEG sponge is a promising material for skin regeneration and hair growth.
research On the Geographies of Hair: Exploring the Entangled Margins of the Bordered Body
Hair significantly shapes body identity and social interactions, influencing how we perceive and relate to our bodies.
research Immunohistochemical Patterns in the Interfollicular Caucasian Scalps: Influences of Age, Gender, and Alopecia
Age, gender, and hair loss affect scalp characteristics differently in young Caucasian adults.
research Hair Transplantation for Men with Advanced Degrees of Hair Loss
Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting can significantly improve appearance for men with advanced hair loss.
research Hair Transplantation for Men with Advanced Degrees of Hair Loss
Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting and a strategic design can give great results even for men with severe hair loss.
research Nail Loss After Teriflunomide Treatment: A New Potential Adverse Event
Nail loss may be a side effect of the MS drug teriflunomide.
research Modulating Testosterone Pathway: A New Strategy to Tackle Male Skin Aging?
Honokiol might help reduce male skin aging by maintaining testosterone levels.
research Androgens in SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Infections
Men, particularly those with hair loss, are more likely to get the virus, and those with prostate cancer may have milder symptoms. Testosterone's role in the disease is unclear, and the virus doesn't seem to harm male fertility. Women with PCOS might be at higher risk. More research is needed.
research Examining Polyquaternium Polymers Deposition on Human Excised Hair Fibers
Certain polymers can stick to hair and increase volume, working best at a pH of 7 to 9.
research Determination of Rat 5α-Reductase Type 1 Isozyme Activity and Its Inhibition by Novel Steroidal Oxazolines
New steroidal compounds moderately block an enzyme related to testosterone conversion, less effectively than finasteride.
research Chapter 14: Principles of Drug Metabolism
Drug metabolism affects how long a drug works, its interactions, activation, and toxicity, and is influenced by genetics, diet, illness, and other drugs.