research Off-Label Medication and Use of Unapproved Drugs
Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
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research Improved Forensic Hair Evidence for Drugs of Abuse by Mass Spectrometry
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
research Hormone Blocking Anticancer Drugs
The document explains how certain drugs block hormones to treat cancers like breast and prostate cancer.
research Optical Coherence Tomography Examination of Hair
OCT can effectively examine and reveal details about human hair and scalp conditions.
research Water Distribution in Human Hair Microstructure Elucidated by Spin Contrast Variation Small-Angle Neutron Scattering
The technique showed that human hair has two main parts, with 68% being rigid and the rest flexible, and water swelling affects its structure.
research Facile Strategy for Gelatin-Based Hydrogel with Multifunctionalities to Remodel Wound Microenvironment and Accelerate Healing of Acute and Diabetic Wounds
The gelatin-based hydrogel helps heal acute and diabetic wounds faster by improving healing conditions.
research Issues About Axial Diffusion During Segmental Hair Analysis
Wait 4-5 weeks after drug use before hair testing and cut hair into three segments to confirm single drug exposure.
research Hair
Hair analysis can detect drug use but is costly and interpretation is complex.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus
The document's conclusion cannot be summarized because the content is not accessible or understandable.
research A Combination Therapy for Androgenic Alopecia Based on Quercetin and Zinc/Copper Dual-Doped Mesoporous Silica Nanocomposite Microneedle Patch
A new patch that releases quercetin, copper, and zinc ions under the skin can effectively treat hair loss by promoting hair follicle regeneration.
research Discovery of Nonsteroidal Androgens
Scientists found new nonsteroidal compounds that can act like natural male hormones and might help treat male fertility and hormone issues.
research Hair Analysis for Veterinary Drug Monitoring in Livestock Production
Hair analysis is promising for detecting drug misuse in livestock.
research Consequences of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Abuse in Males: Sexual and Reproductive Perspective
Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can harm men's reproductive health and increase the risk of heart problems and death.
research Influence of Knowledge and Beliefs on Consumption of Performance Enhancing Agents in North-Western Saudi Arabia
More knowledge about the risks of performance-enhancing agents leads to less use in north-western Saudi Arabia.
research A Combination Therapy for Androgenic Alopecia Based on Quercetin and Zinc/Copper Dual-Doped Mesoporous Silica Nanocomposite Microneedle Patch
The microneedle patch with quercetin, zinc, and copper effectively promotes hair regrowth for androgenic alopecia.
research Finasteride Promotes Worsening of the Cardiac Deleterious Effects of Nandrolone Decanoate and Protects Against Genotoxic and Cytotoxic Damage
Finasteride worsens heart damage from nandrolone decanoate but protects against cell damage.
research Intracrine Androgen Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Action Revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
research Nanotechnology Approaches in Chronic Wound Healing
Nanotechnology shows promise for better chronic wound healing but needs more research.
research Advances in Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery
Chitosan, a natural substance, can be used to create tiny particles that effectively deliver various types of drugs, but more work is needed to improve stability and control of drug release.
research Membrane Androgen Receptors May Mediate Androgen Reinforcement
Androgen self-administration might be controlled by membrane receptors, not nuclear ones.
research Platelet-Derived Bio-Products: Classification Update, Applications, Concerns, and New Perspectives
Platelet-derived bio-products help in wound healing and tissue regeneration but lack standardized methods, and their use in medicine is growing.
research Simultaneous Quantitation of Nine Hydroxy-Androgens and Their Conjugates in Human Serum by Stable Isotope Dilution Liquid Chromatography Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry
A new method accurately measures nine specific hormones in human blood.
research Androgen Treatment in Adolescent Males With Hypogonadism
Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.
research Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism
Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.
research Optical Coherence Tomography: Promising In Vivo Measurement of Hair Shaft Cross Section
OCT is a reliable, noninvasive way to measure hair thickness.
research Hyperandrogenism and Menstrual Imbalance Are the Best Predictors of Metformin Response in PCOS Patients
High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.
research Chitosan Hydrogel as Tissue Engineering Scaffolds for Vascular Regeneration Applications
Chitosan hydrogels are promising for repairing blood vessels but need improvements in strength and compatibility.
research From Piezoelectric Nanogenerator to Non-Invasive Medical Sensor: A Review
Piezoelectric Nanogenerators are promising for non-invasive health monitoring but need efficiency and durability improvements.
research Injectable Gelatin/Metal/Tea Polyphenol Double Nanonetworks for Diabetic Wound Healing
New injectable hydrogels with gelatin, metal, and tea polyphenols help heal diabetic wounds faster by controlling infection, improving blood vessel growth, and managing oxidative stress.
research Is Dihydrotestosterone a Classic Hormone?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.