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.
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research Androgens and Ovarian Function: Translation from Basic Discovery Research to Clinical Impact
Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.
research Characterization of DNA Methylation and Screening of Epigenetic Markers in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
DNA methylation changes in women with PCOS could be used as disease markers and suggest new treatment targets.
research Are Sex Hormones Promising Candidates to Explain Sex Disparities in the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
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 Sex Differences in Opioid-Mediated Effects: Role of Androgens
Men and women react differently to opioids, with hormones potentially influencing these differences.
research Triglycerides, Independent of Ferriman Gallwey Score, Is a Main Determinant of Free Testosterone Index in PCOS
High triglyceride levels are a key factor affecting testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research The Multiple Consequences Of Obesity
Obesity leads to physical, metabolic, reproductive issues, higher healthcare costs, and mental health problems.
research The Impact of Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms (FokI, ApaI, TaqI) in Correlation with Oxidative Stress and Hormonal and Dermatologic Manifestations in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain gene variations may protect against skin issues and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.
research Protective Role of Melatonin and Its Metabolites in Skin Aging
Melatonin, a hormone, can help protect skin from aging by reducing stress, inflammation, and damage, and may also help treat hair loss in women.
research Recent Advances in Understanding and Managing Male Infertility
Losing weight, fixing varicoceles, and using advanced sperm selection methods improve male infertility treatment outcomes.
research Position Statement of the Polish Society of Endocrinology, Polish Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians, and Polish Society of Gynaecological Endocrinology on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polish medical societies recommend personalized treatment for PCOS based on the patient's specific symptoms and use the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosis.
research Updates to Male Infertility: AUA/ASRM Guideline 2024
The 2024 guideline updates recommendations for genetic testing, imaging, and sperm retrieval in male infertility.
research Effect of N-Acetylcysteine on Hair Follicle Changes in Mouse Model of Cyclophosphamide-Induced Alopecia: Histological and Biochemical Study
N-acetylcysteine may prevent hair loss caused by chemotherapy.
research Miscellaneous Exogenous Hormones and Breast Diseases: A Matter of Concern for the Gynecologist
Some hormone treatments might raise breast cancer risk, while others don't seem to.
research Effects of Seasonality and Pregnancy on Hair Loss and Regrowth in Rhesus Macaques
Hair loss peaks in spring and regrowth in late summer, with pregnant females losing the most hair.
research Endocrinology
The document concludes that inflammation markers can be used in diabetes, vitamin D3 affects immune pathways, hyperthyroidism changes hormone levels, androgen levels help diagnose Adrenocortical Carcinoma, erectile dysfunction is linked to diabetes, hypogonadism is common in HIV-infected males, and hormones can be biomarkers for various conditions.
research History of Discovery of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was first described in 1721, officially diagnosed in the 1990s, and is now known to be partly genetic and linked to insulin resistance, with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and carbohydrate metabolism issues.
research Recent Advances in Neuropeptide-Related Omics and Gene Editing: Spotlight on NPY and Somatostatin and Their Roles in Growth and Food Intake of Fish
New tools show that in fish, NPY increases feeding and somatostatin decreases it.
research Androgen Receptor CAG Repeat Length Is Associated With Ovarian Reserve But Not With Ovarian Response
The length of CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene is linked to ovarian reserve but does not affect how the ovaries respond to stimulation.
research The New Approach to Early Diagnosis of Adenomyosis
A new method can almost perfectly distinguish adenomyosis from similar conditions using blood tests.
research Reversible Decreases of Fertility in Male Sprague-Dawley Rats Treated Orally with Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride temporarily lowers male rat fertility without affecting libido.
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research Oriental Herbal Medicine and Moxibustion for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Oriental herbal medicine with moxibustion may improve pregnancy rates and other symptoms in PCOS, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Beneficial Effects of Zinc on Reducing Severity of Depression
Zinc helps reduce the severity of depression.
research The Acne Hormones
Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatments and Efficacy
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Androgen Receptor Modulators: A Review of Recent Patents and Reports (2012-2018)
New androgen receptor modulators show promise for treating diseases like prostate cancer and muscle wasting.
research A Case Study on Outpatient Department Level Management of Infertility Due to PCOS with Ayurvedic Medicines
Ayurvedic treatment helped a woman with PCOS conceive and deliver a healthy baby.
research A Combined Regimen of Cyproterone Acetate and Testosterone Enanthate as a Potentially Highly Effective Male Contraceptive
The combination of cyproterone acetate and testosterone enanthate is highly effective in preventing sperm production and could be a good reversible male contraceptive.