research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
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research Inhibition of Inflammatory Gene Expression in Keratinocytes Using a Composition Containing Carnitine, Thioctic Acid, and Saw Palmetto Extract
The composition with carnitine, thioctic acid, and saw palmetto extract may effectively reduce inflammation in hair follicle cells.
research Minoxidil Prevents MDMA-Induced Serotonin Depletions: Role of Mitochondrial ATP-Sensitive Potassium Channels, Akt, and ERK
Minoxidil prevents serotonin loss from MDMA by affecting potassium channels and increasing Akt phosphorylation.
research Spectrum of Skin Diseases in Yemen (Hajjah and Adjacent Region)
Most skin diseases in Hajjah, Yemen, were dermatitis, infections, and acne, influenced by local socioeconomic and environmental factors.
research Finasteride, Not Tamsulosin, Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction and Decreases Testosterone Levels in Men With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.
research Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications
Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
research Distribution of Childhood Skin Diseases According to Age and Gender: A Single Institution Experience
Skin diseases in Turkish children vary by age and gender, with infections, eczema, acne, and allergies most common.
research Prostaglandin D2-Mediated DP2 and AKT Signal Regulate the Activation of Androgen Receptors in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
PGD2 increases androgen receptor activity in hair cells, which could be targeted to treat hair loss.
research What's New in Cicatricial Alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research The Pressing Need for Standardization in Epidemiologic Studies of PCOS Across the Globe
The article concludes that global standardization in PCOS research is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding of the condition.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Alter Steroid Metabolism and May Contribute to Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, and Vascular Disease: A Medical Hypothesis
Some hair loss and prostate drugs might increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
research Part I: Accuracy of Teledermatology in Inflammatory Dermatoses
Teledermatology is highly accurate for diagnosing inflammatory skin conditions.
research Lipid Losses and Barrier Function Modifications of the Brown-to-White Hair Transition
White hair has less lipid content and absorbs water differently than brown hair.
research Clinical Review 74: Dermatological Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.
research Technical Procedures for Preparation and Administration of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Related Products: A Scoping Review
The review found that the way Platelet-Rich Plasma is made varies a lot, which can change the results of medical treatments.
research An Overview of the Biology of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Microneedling as Potential Treatments for Alopecia Areata
Platelet-rich plasma and microneedling could potentially help hair growth in people with alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Microneedling as a Successful Treatment for Alopecia X in Two Pomeranian Siblings
Microneedling helped two Pomeranian dogs with a hair growth disorder grow back 90% of their fur in 12 weeks, and the results lasted for a year.
research Complex Changes in the Apoptotic and Cell Differentiation Programs During Initiation of the Hair Follicle Response to Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy causes complex changes in hair follicle cells that can lead to hair loss.
research Dermatologic Signs and Symptoms of Substance Abuse
Substance abuse can cause various skin problems, including marks from injections, sores, premature aging, and increased cancer risk.
research Impact of Alpha Blockers, 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors, and Combination Therapy on Sexual Function
Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
research Dermal Mucin in Alopecia Areata: Tell-Tale Sign or Incidental Finding?
Increased mucin in the skin might indicate lupus in patients with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and COVID-19: A Review of the Hypothetical Role of Androgens
Possible link between androgens and COVID-19 severity; more research needed.
research Controversies in Off-Label Prescriptions in Dermatology: The Perspective of the Patient, the Physician, and the Pharmaceutical Companies
The document concludes that doctors should carefully consider off-label drug use in dermatology and always inform patients, while more research is needed on the safety and effectiveness of such practices.
research Elemental Distribution in Medicinal Plants Commonly Used in Folklore Medicine in Mexico
Most medicinal plants in Mexican folklore have safe element levels, but arsenic exceeds safe limits in almost all.
research Persistent Poor Metabolic Profile in Postmenopausal Women With Ovarian Hyperandrogenism After Testosterone Level Normalization
Postmenopausal women with hyperandrogenism didn't have better metabolic health even after their testosterone levels became normal.
research Common Urologic Diseases in Older Men and Their Treatment: How They Impact Fertility
Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
research Circadian Rhythms on Skin Function of Hairless Rats: Light and Thermal Influences
Light and temperature affect the daily skin function rhythms in hairless rats, with temperature influencing water loss but not skin hydration.
research Unusual Forms of Alopecia Areata in a Trichology Unit
Less than a quarter of alopecia areata cases were unusual forms or had paradoxical regrowth.
research Modeling Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss: From Experimental Propositions Toward Clinical Reality
A new model using mice with human hair follicles helps better understand hair loss from chemotherapy.
research Incidence of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions in a Mexican Sample: An Exploratory Study on Their Association to Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha TNF2 Allele
Mexican patients had a lower incidence of skin reactions to drugs and no significant link between these reactions and the TNF2 gene variant.