research Hirsutism and Virilization
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
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research Wild Geladas (Theropithecus Gelada) in Crops Reduce Aggression and Affiliation More Than in Pasture Areas
Wild geladas in crop areas show less grooming and aggression.
research Recent Advances in Congenital Ichthyoses
New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.
research Treatment of Alopecia X with Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
Medroxyprogesterone injections caused hair regrowth in some dogs with alopecia X.
research Molecular Basis for Hair Loss in Mice Carrying a Novel Nonsense Mutation (Hr^rh-R) in the Hairless Gene (Hr)
A new mutation in the hairless gene causes hair loss and skin wrinkling in mice.
research Ligand-Independent Regulation of the Hairless Promoter by Vitamin D Receptor
Vitamin D receptor can control the hairless gene linked to hair loss even without vitamin D.
research Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and works better with electrolysis.
research The Therapeutic Promise of Apoptosis
Blocking cell death in certain stem cells can improve wound healing and tissue regeneration.
research Comparative Evaluation Between Two Nutritional Supplements in the Improvement of Telogen Effluvium
One supplement improved hair loss and quality faster and more effectively than the other in treating telogen effluvium.
research CYP21A2 Mutations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Mutations in the CYP21A2 gene are not a major factor in causing PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
research Structural Optimization of Pep7, a Small Peptide Extracted from Epimorphin, for Effective Induction of Hair Follicle Anagen
Modified pep7, named EPM peptide, effectively promotes hair growth at low concentrations and works well with minoxidil.
research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?
The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
research Clinical Case Notes: Castleman's Disease of the Lacrimal Gland
The document discusses various eye conditions and their treatments, including a rare eye cancer in a baby, vision loss from a cancer drug, cataracts from a baldness treatment, a rare skin disorder, and a specific type of eye disease diagnosed with a special imaging technique.
research Oral Bicalutamide for Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Pilot Study
Bicalutamide improves hair density in women safely.
research The Negative Regulator CXXC5: Making WNT Look a Little Less Disheveled
CXXC5 is a protein that prevents hair growth and could be a target for hair loss treatment.
research Hair Follicle Disruption Facilitates Pathogenesis to UVB-Induced Cutaneous Inflammation and Basal Cell Carcinoma Development in Ptch+/- Mice
Damaged hair follicles make mice more prone to skin inflammation and skin cancer after UV exposure.
research Synthesis, Anticancer, and Molecular Docking Studies of 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-5-Aryl-1,3,4-Oxadiazole Analogues
The compound 4c showed strong potential as an anticancer agent.
research The Role of Cytochrome P-450 in Dermatology
Cytochrome P-450 enzymes in the skin help break down various substances and could be targeted to treat skin conditions.
research Animal Models of Alopecia
The best animal model for studying male-pattern baldness is the stumptailed macaque, not rats or mice.
research Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Male Pattern Alopecia
Minoxidil can help thicken hair in some people with male pattern baldness, especially if used early and continuously.
research Pleomorphic Appearance of Breast Cancer Cutaneous Metastases
Breast cancer skin metastases are rare, look different, and can be confused with other skin issues, so a biopsy is needed for accurate diagnosis.
research An Updated Review of the Sebaceous Gland and Its Role in Health and Diseases Part 2: Pathophysiological Clinical Disorders of Sebaceous Glands
Sebaceous glands are involved in various skin disorders, some treatable with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.
research Hemiagenesis of the Thyroid Gland Detected by Coincidence: What Is the Clinical Relevance?
THA is a rare condition with no significant clinical consequences if thyroid function is normal.
research Structural Changes of Hair Shaft After Application of Chemical Hair Straighteners: Clinical and Histopathological Study
Chemical hair straightening improves smoothness and shine but may cause side effects, suggesting a need for safer methods.
research Wear Characteristics of Epoxy-Based Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Short Hair Fibers and Glass Micro Spheres
Adding human hair fibers and glass micro-spheres to epoxy improves its wear resistance and strength.
research Disease Causing Homozygous Variants in the Human Hairless Gene
New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
research Ultrastructural Immunolocalization of Involucrin in the Medulla and Inner Root Sheath of Human Hair
Involucrin helps strengthen the inner parts of human hair.
research Hair and Nail Disorders of Childhood
The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
research Clinical Case Notes: Malignant Melanoma in Eviscerated Eyeball
Finasteride, often used for hair loss, can potentially cause cataracts.