research The Human Skin as a Hormone Target and an Endocrine Gland
Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.
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research Testosterone Supplementation for Aging-Associated Sarcopenia
Testosterone supplements can increase muscle mass and strength in older men with low levels, but long-term effects and risks need more research.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Challenges and Opportunities in Adolescent Medicine
Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
research Clinical Impact of Molecular Diagnostics in Endocrinology
Molecular diagnostics help identify genetic defects causing endocrine diseases, improving diagnosis and treatment options.
research Expression and Roles of Steroidogenic Acute Regulatory (StAR) Protein in Non-Classical, Extra-Adrenal, and Extra-Gonadal Cells and Tissues
The protein StAR is found in 17 different organs and can affect hair loss and brain functions, but its full role is not yet fully understood.
research The JAK/STAT Signaling Pathway: From Bench to Clinic
The JAK/STAT pathway is important in cell processes and disease, and JAK inhibitors are promising for treating related conditions.
research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Prostate-Sparing Effects in Primates of the Potent Androgen 7α-Methyl-19-Nortestosterone: A Potential Alternative to Testosterone for Androgen Replacement and Male Contraception
MENT could be a better option than testosterone for male hormone therapy and birth control because it works well at lower doses and has fewer side effects on the prostate.
research PKC Downregulation Upon Rapamycin Treatment Attenuates Mitochondrial Disease
Rapamycin treatment helps with mitochondrial disease by reducing PKC levels.
research Brown Adipose Tissue as an Innovative Approach for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Treatment: A Narrative Review
More research is needed before using brown fat to treat polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Targeting Smoothened for Therapeutic Gain
Targeting the Smoothened receptor shows promise for treating certain cancers.
research Androgen Signaling Regulates SARS-CoV-2 Receptor Levels and Is Associated with Severe COVID-19 Symptoms in Men
Male hormones affect COVID-19 severity and certain drugs targeting these hormones could help reduce the risk.
research The Biology and Clinical Application of Systemic Glucocorticoids
Glucocorticoids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that must be used carefully to avoid serious side effects.
research Metabolic Engineering of Microorganisms to Produce L-Aspartate and Its Derivatives
Scientists can use engineered microbes to make L-aspartate and related chemicals, but there's still room to improve their efficiency.
research A Review of the Role of Psychiatrists and Pediatricians in Outpatient Treatment of Adolescents with Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa
Family-based treatment is the best outpatient care for stable teens with anorexia, and more research is needed on medication and treatment effectiveness for young people with eating disorders.
research The Future In The Litter Bin – Bioconversion Of Food Waste As Driver Of A Circular Bioeconomy
Turning food waste into useful products is key for a sustainable economy.
research Recent Advances in Cellulose Nanocrystals-Based Sensors: A Review
Cellulose nanocrystals are promising for making effective, sustainable sensors for various uses.
research Organic and Biogenic Nanocarriers as Bio-Friendly Systems for Bioactive Compounds Delivery: State-of-the-Art and Challenges
Organic and biogenic nanocarriers can improve drug delivery but face challenges like consistency and safety.
research Integral Hair Lipid in Human Hair Follicle
Human hair has a protective lipid layer that can be damaged by moisture and treatments, affecting hair growth and health.
research Are Nutraceuticals Effective in Covid-19 and Post-Covid Prevention and Treatment?
Some nutraceuticals may help in COVID-19 prevention and treatment, but more research is needed.
research Niosomes as a Promising Carrier for Topical Drug Delivery
Niosomes are promising for skin drug delivery, offering benefits like improved drug penetration and stability.
research Long-Term Dutasteride Therapy in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Alters Glucose and Lipid Profiles and Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction
Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.
research Lean Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS in lean women is a serious health condition with implications beyond fertility, affecting metabolism and increasing cardiovascular disease risk.
research Causal Effects of Omega-6 and LDL-C on Androgenetic Alopecia: A Mendelian Randomization Study
Omega-6 and LDL cholesterol increase the risk of hair loss.
research Antiepileptogenic Effects of Trilostane in the Kainic Acid Model of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
Trilostane may help delay epilepsy development by increasing certain brain chemicals.
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research Vitamin D Receptor: New Assignments for an Already Busy Receptor
The vitamin D receptor is involved in multiple body functions beyond calcium regulation, including immune response and rapid reactions not related to gene activity.
research Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress at the Crossroads of Progeria and Atherosclerosis
A defective protein in progeria causes cell death and atherosclerosis, but a treatment targeting cell stress may reduce these effects.
research Liposomes with an Ethanol Fraction as an Application for Drug Delivery
Ethosomes improve drug delivery through the skin but may have side effects like irritation.
research Dihydrotestosterone Induces p27 Degradation via Direct Binding with SKP2 in Ovarian and Breast Cancer
Dihydrotestosterone causes p27 protein breakdown in ovarian and breast cancer cells by binding with SKP2.