research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5α-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
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research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Detailed Review of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.
research Urinary Steroids in Men with Male-Pattern Alopecia
Men with male-pattern baldness have higher levels of certain testosterone metabolites and may have more active androgen metabolism.
research The Laboratory in the Multidisciplinary Diagnosis of Differences or Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.
research A 13-Year-Old Boy Diagnosed with Cushing Syndrome Presenting with Moon Face, Weight Gain, Growth Retardation, and Physical Signs Including Bilateral Supraclavicular Fat Pads, a Back Hump, and Wide Purplish Striae
A 13-year-old boy with Cushing syndrome has high cortisol levels from a pituitary gland issue and underdeveloped sexual characteristics.
research Chrousos Syndrome: From Molecular Pathogenesis to Therapeutic Management
The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
research A Clinico-Etiological Evaluation of Hirsutism Patients: A Case Series
The conclusion is that hirsutism is strongly linked to PCOS and higher levels of certain hormones, but not to DHEAS, prolactin, cortisol, or TSH.
research Effectiveness of Short-Term Canrenone Treatment in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research LB821 Human Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla as an In Vitro Model to Study Stress-Induced Hair Growth Arrest
Stress causes hair loss by making the body produce cortisol, which stops hair cells from growing.
research Hormonal Effects on Hair Follicles
Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
research Hyperandrogenemia in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Association with Body Mass Index
High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.
research Ketoconazole Use in the Treatment of Ovarian Hyperandrogenism
Ketoconazole can treat ovarian hyperandrogenism but should be used cautiously with monitoring and birth control.
research Description and Characterization of a Hair Coat Disorder in Schipperkes
The hair coat disorder in Schipperkes is similar to Alopecia X and involves increased androstenedione levels and hair cycle arrest.
research Pattern Alopecia in a Miniature Pinscher Dog
A Miniature Pinscher dog with hair loss and scaling was diagnosed with pattern alopecia and improved with melatonin treatment.
research An Adult With Hair Loss: A Rare Case of Non-Classical 3β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Deficiency
A woman's hair loss and other symptoms were due to a rare hormone deficiency treatable with steroids.
research Hormone Therapy for Transgender Patients
Hormone therapy is essential for transgender individuals but requires careful management due to possible metabolic effects.
research Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Improves Cardiometabolic Function in Young Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.
research Female Pseudohermaphroditism Caused by a Novel Homozygous Missense Mutation of the GR Gene
A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.
research Ketoconazole Therapy for Women with Acne and/or Hirsutism
Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.
research Hormonal Profile of Men with Premature Balding
Men with early balding often have hormone levels similar to women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Review of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency and Diagnostic Challenges
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is complex and requires a team approach due to its effects on the skin and other symptoms.
research Age-Dependent Endocrine Disorders Involved in the Pathogenesis of Refractory Acne in Women
Hormonal imbalances, often indicating conditions like PCOS, are common in women with hard-to-treat acne, and a treatment approach addressing these imbalances may be needed.
research The Stability of Vitamin A-Induced Metaplasia of Mouse Vibrissa Follicles In Vitro
Excess vitamin A causes lasting gland changes in mouse hair follicles.
research Urinary Steroids in Women with Androgenic Alopecia
Women with hair loss had higher levels of certain hormones, suggesting a link to a condition like PCOS.
research Low-Dose Spironolactone in the Treatment of Female Hirsutism
Low-dose spironolactone is safe and effective for treating hirsutism.
research Diagnostic Imaging in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: How Does It Help?
Imaging helps detect adrenal gland issues and monitor treatment in congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and can identify tumors affecting fertility.
research Analysis of Hair Steroid Hormone Concentrations at Different Parts of the Head by Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Hormone levels in hair vary across the head, with the highest concentration of a key hormone linked to hair loss at the top.
research The Treatment of Opioid Addiction Leading to Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency
Long-term treatment with buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid addiction may lead to secondary adrenal insufficiency.
research Hair and Scalp Variation Related to Gender
Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.
research Adrenocortical Adenoma as a Cause of Hyperandrogenism Syndrome in a Girl: The Path to Diagnosis
A young girl's hyperandrogenism was caused by an adrenocortical adenoma, diagnosed and treated through detailed evaluations.