research Biomedical Versus Cultural Constructions of Abnormality: The Case of Idiopathic Hirsutism in the United States
The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
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research Neuroendocrine, Neurotransmitter, and Gut Microbiota Imbalance Contributing to Potential Psychiatric Disorder Prevalence in PCOS
PCOS may increase the risk of mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
research The Hair Follicle as an Estrogen Target and Source
Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.
research Hormonal Regulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Sex Hormones and Beyond - Evidence from Recent Genetic Studies
Hormones and genes affect hair growth and male baldness.
research Cutaneous Malignant Melanoma Incidences Analyzed Worldwide by Skin Type Over Advancing Age of Males and Females: Evidence Estrogen and Androgenic Hair Are Risk Factors
Estrogen and androgenic hair increase melanoma risk, especially in European-ancestry individuals.
research Estrogen-Dependent Development of Sex Differences in Somatostatin Neurons of the Hypothalamic Periventricular Nucleus
Male rats have more somatostatin neurons than females due to testosterone converting to estrogen during early development.
research Polymorphisms in Androgen and Estrogen Receptor Genes: Effects on Male Aging
Changes in testosterone and estrogen receptor genes can affect how men age, influencing body fat, hair patterns, and possibly leading to skin disorders.
research Association of Estrogen Receptor Gene Variants (ESR1 and ESR2) with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Tunisia
Certain gene variants in estrogen receptors are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome, mainly affecting metabolism, in Tunisian women.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Autosomal Dominant Disorder
Hair loss in androgenetic alopecia is caused by genetic factors and androgen excess, and can be treated with combined therapies.
research An Estrogen Receptor Pathway Regulates the Telogen-Anagen Hair Follicle Transition and Influences Epidermal Cell Proliferation
Estrogen affects hair growth and skin cell multiplication.
research Estrogen and Androgen Signaling in the Pathogenesis of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Hormonal interactions, especially involving DHT and estrogen, play a key role in BPH development and treatment.
research Androgen Action in the Ovary
Androgens are important for normal ovarian function and estrogen production, but may not be the main cause of follicle death.
research Association Analysis of Estrogen Receptor Beta Gene (ESR2) Polymorphisms with Female Pattern Hair Loss
ESR2 gene variations may be linked to female pattern hair loss.
research Signaling Involved in Hair Follicle Morphogenesis and Development
The conclusion is that proper signaling is crucial for hair growth and development, and errors can lead to cancer or hair loss.
research Estrogens And The Hair Follicle
Estrogens generally inhibit hair growth and improve skin quality, but their exact effects on hair follicles are complex and not fully understood.
research Getting Under the Skin of Hair Aging: The Impact of the Hair Follicle Environment
Aging scalp skin contributes to hair aging and loss, and more research is needed to develop better hair loss treatments.
research 25 Years of Estrogen Receptor Beta: A Personal Journey
ERβ has potential in treating prostate cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, but human studies are needed before clinical use.
research Dihydrotestosterone Induces Arterial Stiffening in Female Mice
Dihydrotestosterone makes arteries stiffer in female mice by reducing estrogen receptor expression.
research Increased DHT Levels in Androgenic Alopecia Selected to Protect Men from Prostate Cancer
Higher DHT in male baldness may protect against prostate cancer.
research Retinoid-Mediated Stimulation of Steroid Sulfatase Activity in Myeloid Leukemic Cell Lines Requires RARα and RXR and Involves the Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase and ERK-MAP Kinase Pathways
Retinoids increase steroid sulfatase activity in leukemia cells through RARα/RXR and involves certain pathways like phosphoinositide 3-kinase and ERK-MAP kinase.
research The Hair Tales of Women of Color in Northern Manhattan: A Qualitative Analysis
Women of color in Northern Manhattan view hair care as important to their identity and culture, and education on harmful chemicals in hair products is needed.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Female pattern hair loss is different from male pattern hair loss and has unclear genetic causes.
research Aldosterone- and Cortisol-Cosecreting Adrenal Adenoma, Ovarian Hyperthecosis, and Breast Cancer
The conclusion is that thorough investigation of hypertension and hormonal dysfunctions is important, and there may be a link between these conditions and cancer.
research 17β-Estradiol Inhibits the Production of RANTES in Human Keratinocytes
17β-estradiol can reduce inflammation in the skin.
research Specific Morphogenetic Events in Mouse External Genitalia Sex Differentiation Are Dependent Upon Androgens and Estrogens
Mouse genital development depends on male or female hormones for specific features.
research Endocrinology of the Aging Prostate: Current Concepts
Hormones affect prostate health and disease, with certain hormone imbalances linked to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research High Circulating Estrone and Low Testosterone Correlate with Adverse Clinical Outcomes in Men with Advanced Liver Disease
Men with advanced liver disease and high oestrone and low testosterone levels have worse health outcomes.
research Retinoic Acid Exerts Sexually Dimorphic Effects on Muscle Energy Metabolism and Function
Retinoic acid affects male and female muscle energy use and function differently.
research The Estrogen Receptor 2 (ESR2) Gene in Female-Pattern Hair Loss: Replication of Association with rs10137185 in German Patients
ESR2 gene linked to female-pattern hair loss.
research Immunological and Metabolic Causes of Infertility in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS causes infertility mainly due to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation.