research The Endocrine System and Hair Growth in the Rat
Male rats grow hair faster than females, and certain hormones can slow or slightly increase hair growth, but not significantly beyond natural rates.
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research The Effects of Synthetic and Natural Hormones of the Adrenal Cortex on Melanin Deposition in Adrenalectomized Black Rats Fed Diets Adequate and Deficient in Vitamin B1
Synthetic hormone treatment reduces melanin and hair growth in rats.
research Suspected Calcinosis Cutis and Demodicosis Secondary to Exogenous Steroid Administration in a Dog with Hypoadrenocorticism
A dog developed skin issues from too many steroids, but reducing steroids and using a specific treatment fixed the problems.
research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research And Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
research The 5 Alpha-Reductase Isozyme Family: A Review of Basic Biology and Their Role in Human Diseases
The document concludes that the 5 alpha-reductase enzymes are important in steroid metabolism and related to various human diseases, with inhibitors used to treat conditions like male pattern baldness and prostate issues.
research Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options
Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders
S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
research 46,XY DSD Due to Impaired Androgen Production
Impaired androgen production in 46,XY DSDs causes ambiguous genitalia and requires long-term care.
research 5α-Reduced Glucocorticoids: A Story of Natural Selection
Natural 5α-reduced glucocorticoids might be anti-inflammatory with fewer side effects than current options.
research Spironolactone and XPB: An Old Drug with a New Molecular Target
Spironolactone, a heart and liver drug, has new uses including cancer treatment, viral infection prevention, and skin condition improvement.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Women
Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.
research Maintenance and Restoration of Growth in Thyroidectomized Rats
Thyroid hormone treatments help thyroidectomized rats grow normally.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Steroid Hormones in Geriatrics
Steroid hormones can help treat aging issues and improve health in elderly people.
research Genetic Defects of Female Sexual Differentiation
Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.
research Aldo-Keto Reductase (AKR) 1C3 Inhibitors: A Patent Review
The review suggests that while many AKR1C3 inhibitors show promise for treating certain cancers, more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness in humans.
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 Deoxycorticosterone’s Anticonvulsant Effects in Infant Rats Are Blocked by Finasteride, but Not by Indomethacin
Finasteride blocks deoxycorticosterone's anticonvulsant effects in infant rats, but indomethacin doesn't.
research Finasteride Inhibits the Disease-Modifying Activity of Progesterone in the Hippocampus Kindling Model of Epileptogenesis
Finasteride worsens seizures in epilepsy rats and speeds up epileptogenesis in mice.
research Relating Neurosteroid Modulation of Inhibitory Neurotransmission to Behavior
Neurosteroids can influence behavior by modulating brain inhibition, with potential for treating psychiatric disorders.
research The Role of the Adrenal Glands in Regulating Onset of Winter Fur Growth in Mink (Mustela Vison)
Adrenal glands delay the start of winter fur growth in mink.
research Bilateral Adrenalectomy Induces Early Onset of Summer Fur Growth in Mink (Mustela Vison)
Removing mink's adrenal glands causes their summer fur to grow earlier.
research Role of Prolactin in Regulating the Onset of Winter Fur Growth in Mink: A Reconsideration
Prolactin levels do not control the start of winter fur growth in mink.
research Glucocorticoids and Mineralocorticoids in Hair: Facilitating Accurate Diagnosis of Adrenal-Related Endocrine Disorders
Hair analysis can help diagnose adrenal disorders non-invasively.
research The Influence of Low Dose Finasteride, a Type II 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating Neuroactive Steroids
Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
research Neuroactive Steroids and Ethanol Exposure: Relevance to Ethanol Sensitivity and Alcohol Use Disorders Risk
Neuroactive steroids may affect the risk and treatment of alcohol use disorders.
research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Results of Clinical Examinations, Laboratory Tests, and Ultrasonography in Dogs with Pituitary-Dependent Hyperadrenocorticism Treated with Trilostane
Trilostane effectively and safely treats dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, improving symptoms and adrenal gland size.
research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride: Could They Be Permanent?
Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.