research Neurosteroids, Neuroactive Steroids, and Symptoms of Affective Disorders
Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
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research Treatment With and Withdrawal From Finasteride Alter Ethanol Intake Patterns in Male C57BL/6J Mice: Potential Role of Endogenous Neurosteroids
Finasteride affects alcohol intake in male mice, possibly due to neurosteroids.
research Fractography of Human Hair
Moisture content significantly affects how human hair breaks.
research Tactile Innervation Densities Across the Whole Body
The skin has about 230,000 touch-sensitive nerve fibers, with high concentrations in the hands and face.
research Replenishing Amino Acids in Damaged Hair
Adding amino acids to damaged hair can improve its strength and appearance.
research Male Equivalent Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Hormonal, Metabolic, and Clinical Aspects
Men with hormonal imbalances similar to PCOS may have increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases.
research Isolated DHEA-S Production by an Adrenal Neoplasm: Clinical, Biochemical, and Pathologic Findings
A rare adrenal tumor in a woman only made DHEA-S, causing hair thinning, and was removed, fixing the hormone level.
research Transforming Growth Factor-Alpha Immunoreactivity During Induced Hair Follicle Growth Cycles in Sheep and Ferrets
TGF-alpha is present in sheep and ferret skin and may affect hair growth without directly stimulating cell proliferation.
research Seasonal Changes in the Concentrations of Terpenic Compounds Contained in the Leaves of Coniferous Trees
Terpene concentrations in coniferous trees are highest in spring and summer, making these seasons best for extracting essential oils.
research Transgender and Migraine: Impact of Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapy may increase migraines in transgender women and decrease them in transgender men; more research is needed on migraine management in transgender individuals.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Comprehensive Overview and Clinical Management
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
research Hair Cortisol in Sheltered Cows and Its Association with Other Welfare Indicators
High hair cortisol levels indicate stress in cows due to poor shelter conditions and health issues.
research Segmental Hair Analysis as a Retrospective Testosterone Diary: Possibilities and Pitfalls
Segmental hair analysis can track testosterone over time but needs adjustments for sex, hair color, and washing frequency.
research Oxytocin Receptor Expression in Hair Follicle Stem Cells: A Promising Model for Biological and Therapeutic Discovery in Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Rat hair follicle stem cells have functional oxytocin receptors, useful for studying neuropsychiatric disorders.
research Quantifying Polymer Deposition on Hair Fibers by Microfluorometry
Microfluorometry effectively measures how much polymer coats and penetrates hair, useful for evaluating hair products.
research Human Pollution Exposure Correlates With Accelerated Ultrastructural Degradation of Hair Fibers
Pollution exposure speeds up hair damage.
research Perspectives on Hair Evolution Based on Comparative Studies on Vertebrate Cornification
Hair in mammals likely evolved from glandular structures, not scales.
research Mouse Models with a Disrupted PTHrP Gene or a Disrupted PTH Gene (PTH−/− Mice)
PTHrP is important for bone formation and may be targeted for osteoporosis treatment and longevity therapies.
research Progesterone Enhances Ethanol-Induced Modulation of Mesocortical Dopamine Neurons: Antagonism by Finasteride
Progesterone boosts alcohol's effect on brain, finasteride counters it.
research Three-Month Treatment With a Long-Acting Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist of Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Effects on Tissue Androgen Concentration, 5α-Reductase Activity and Androgen Receptor Content
A three-month treatment with a GnRH agonist significantly lowered androgen levels and 5α-reductase activity in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Challenges in Treatment of Patients With Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Treating non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is complex because the benefits of hormone treatment must be weighed against potential health risks.
research Enzymatic Crosslinking of Amino Acids Improves the Repair Effect of Keratin on Hair Fiber
Using enzymes to link proteins makes hair repair treatments more effective and long-lasting.
research Testosterone Therapy for Transgender Men: Effects and Safety
Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.
research Short Peptides Induce Development of Root Hair in Nicotiana Tabacum
Certain short peptides can increase root hair growth in tobacco plants.
research Epigallocatechin-3 Gallate Inhibits STAT-1/JAK2/IRF-1/HLA-DR/HLA-B and Reduces CD8 NKG2D Lymphocytes in Alopecia Areata Patients
EGCG may help treat alopecia areata by blocking certain immune responses and reducing specific harmful immune cells.
research On the Horizon From the ORS: Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bone Health Studies
PRP treatments have shown mixed results for healing, and future research should focus on how PRP is used and which type is used.
research Hair and Nail Relationship: A Comparative Study
Hair and nails are similar keratin structures with different shapes and growth, affected by the same diseases and environmental factors.
research Finasteride Inhibits the Progesterone-Induced Spike-Wave Discharges in a Genetic Model of Absence Epilepsy
Finasteride blocks progesterone's effect on absence seizures in rats.
research Characterization of Type II Rickets Model Rats to Reveal Functions of Vitamin D and Vitamin D Receptor
The research showed that Vitamin D and its receptor are important for healthy bones and normal hair and skin in rats.
research Hair Keratin Pattern in Human Hair Follicles Grown In Vitro
Human hair follicles grown in vitro maintain normal keratin patterns and structure.