research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
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research Unchanged Androgen-Binding Properties of Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin in Male Patients with Liver Cirrhosis
SHBG binding properties are unchanged in male liver cirrhosis patients.
research British Hair and Nail Society: Case Studies of Scalp and Hair Conditions
The document concludes that scalp conditions have various causes and can present in many different ways.
research Topical Immunotherapy in Alopecia Areata
Topical immunotherapy, especially with DPCP, is effective for treating severe alopecia areata.
research Minoxidil Increases 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase and 5α-Reductase Activity in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells from Balding Scalp
Minoxidil boosts enzymes that help hair growth.
research Effects of Long-Term Treatment With Finasteride (MK-906), a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Estradiol
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting hormone levels, helping with conditions like enlarged prostate, acne, and hair loss.
research Inhibition of Rab27a and Rab27b Has Opposite Effects on the Regulation of Hair Cycle and Hair Growth
Blocking Rab27a slows hair growth, while blocking Rab27b encourages it.
research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
research Complications of Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation can lead to complications like pain, swelling, and rare serious issues, but risks can be reduced with careful practices.
research Genetic Defects of Female Sexual Differentiation
Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.
research Comment on Malloy (2008): James Watson Tells the Inconvenient Truth and Faces the Consequences
The conclusion suggests a new treatment for infantile hemangiomas and a potential target for hair loss treatment.
research The Prevalence of Itch and Pain and Its Characteristics in Patients with Mild to Moderate Venous Insufficiency and Its Relationship to the Degree of Venous Insufficiency
Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often accompanied by burning and pain.
research Prevalence of Itch and Pain in Patients with Mild to Moderate Chronic Venous Insufficiency at Parkland Memorial Hospital (2005)
Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often worsening with standing or sitting and occurring mostly in the evening or at night.
research The Successful Treatment of Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy with Mycophenolate Mofetil
Mycophenolate mofetil improved skin condition in a man with nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Male pattern baldness involves genetics, hormones, and needs better treatments.
research Androgens and Androgen Receptor Action in Skin and Hair Follicles
Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.
research Alopecia Areata: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis and Management
New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
research Hormones and the Pilosebaceous Unit
Hormones significantly affect hair and oil gland function in the skin, and more research is needed on skin-related hormone disorders.
research High Prevalence of Chronic Thyroiditis in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
People with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher chance of having chronic thyroiditis.
research Regulatory Roles of Androgens in Cutaneous Wound Healing
Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.
research Spatiotemporal Control of CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Editing
The document concludes that while there are promising methods to control CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, more research is needed to overcome challenges related to safety and effectiveness for clinical use.
research The Human Skin Microbiome in Selected Cutaneous Diseases
Changes in skin microbes play a role in some skin diseases and could lead to new treatments.
research Efficacy and Safety of Diphenylcyclopropenone Alone or in Combination with Anthralin in the Treatment of Chronic Extensive Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Case Series
Combining diphenylcyclopropenone with anthralin is more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than using diphenylcyclopropenone alone, but may cause more side effects.
research Hair Growth: Focus on Herbal Therapeutic Agents
Some plants may help with hair growth and have fewer side effects than synthetic drugs, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Parkinson's Disease and Skin Disorders: Non-Iatrogenic and Iatrogenic Connections
Parkinson's disease is linked to skin disorders and skin cells help in studying the disease.
research Review of the Effects of 17α-Estradiol in Humans: A Less Feminizing Estrogen with Neuroprotective Potential
17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.
research No Metabolic Impact of Surgical Normalization of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women with Ovarian Androgen-Secreting Tumors
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research The 5alpha-Reductase Type 1, But Not Type 2, Gene Is Expressed in Anagen Hairs Plucked from the Vertex Area of the Scalp of Hirsute Women and Normal Individuals
The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.
research Effects on Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Gene Expression of Thai Rice Bran Extracts and Molecular Dynamics Study on SRD5A2
Thai rice bran extracts, especially from Tubtim Chumphae rice, can significantly reduce the activity of hair loss genes, with x-tocopherol showing potential as an anti-hair loss product.
research Assessment of Diagnostic Competence of Plasmatic Androgens on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Based on Receiver Operator Characteristic Curves
Free Testosterone Index, bioavailable testosterone, and androstenedione are the most accurate for diagnosing excess male hormones in PCOS.