research Established Risk Factors for Coronary Heart Disease Are Unrelated to Androgen-Induced Baldness in Female-to-Male Transsexuals
Baldness caused by male hormones in female-to-male transsexuals doesn't increase the risk of heart disease.
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research Estimating the Contribution of the Prostate to Blood Dihydrotestosterone
The normal human prostate does not significantly affect blood DHT levels.
research The Possible Implication of the S250C Variant of the Autoimmune Regulator Protein in a Patient with Autoimmunity and Immunodeficiency: In Silico Analysis Suggests a Molecular Pathogenic Mechanism for the Variant
The S250C variant in a gene may cause autoimmunity and immunodeficiency by impairing protein function.
research Polysaccharides from Traditional Chinese Medicines: Extraction, Purification, Modification, and Biological Activity
Substances from Chinese medicines show promise for immune support and disease prevention, but the way they are processed affects their effectiveness.
research Oxidative Damage Control in a Human Mini-Organ: Nrf2 Activation Protects Against Oxidative Stress-Induced Hair Growth Inhibition
Activating Nrf2 protects human hair follicles from oxidative stress and helps prevent hair growth inhibition.
research Mrp4, A New Mitogen-Regulated Protein/Proliferin Gene; Unique in This Gene Family for Its Expression in the Adult Mouse Tail and Ear
A new gene, mrp4, is found in mice and may play a unique role in hair follicle development in tails and ears.
research Antiandrogen Drugs Lower Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Hirsute Subjects: Evidence That Serum PSA Is a Marker of Androgen Action in Women
Antiandrogen drugs can reduce PSA levels in women with excess hair, suggesting PSA is a sign of male hormone activity in women.
research Relationships Between Cerebrospinal Fluid GABAergic Neurosteroid Levels and Symptom Severity in Men with PTSD
Lower levels of certain brain chemicals are linked to worse PTSD symptoms in men.
research Mechanism of Action of Herbs and Their Active Constituents Used in Hair Loss Treatment
Some herbs and their components might help treat hair loss by affecting various biological pathways, but more research and regulation are needed.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment with PEG-Interferon and Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C
Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.
research Case Report: Diffuse Hypertrichosis in the Course of Hepatitis C Treatment by IFN-Alpha and Ribavirin
A man developed excessive hair growth after treatment with interferon-alpha and ribavirin for hepatitis C.
research Chapter 20: Advances in Dermatological Treatments
New treatments for skin diseases are more effective and patient-friendly, but many still lack a cure.
research Studies on the Efficacy of Methyl Esters of N-Alkyl Fatty Acids as Penetration Enhancers
Methyl caprate greatly increases drug absorption through the skin and is better than other enhancers.
research A Review of U.S. Patents in the Field of Organic Process Development Published During July and August 2004
The document reviews 20 U.S. patents from July and August 2004 about new drug forms, cancer treatments, aroma chemicals, statin drugs, and various chemical production methods.
research Development and Validation of Androgen-Induced Hair Loss and Anagen Induction Mouse Models for Pharmacological Evaluation of Anti-Androgenic Agents
The mouse models are effective for testing new hair loss treatments.
research Contents Volume 231, 2015
The document covers various dermatological treatments and conditions.
research S2 PSA: Reliable or Not Reliable?
PSA testing is a reliable method for detecting prostate cancer, and opioids may lower PSA levels, but triglycerides don't affect prostate cancer risk.
research Urethral PSA Levels After Radical Prostatectomy
Higher urethral PSA levels after prostate removal surgery may be linked to more hair loss and higher PSA levels post-surgery.
research S1 Opioid Receptor Agonists and Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Level: Is There a Role for Prostate Cancer Control and Chemoprevention?
Opioid use may lower PSA levels, suggesting a possible role in prostate cancer control; PSA testing is useful for detecting prostate cancer; serum triglycerides are not linked to prostate cancer risk; and higher urethral PSA levels may be associated with local hormone activity.
research Is Radical Prostatectomy the Best Choice for Patients with Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer?
The document does not confirm if radical prostatectomy is the best treatment for locally advanced prostate cancer.
research Serum Triglyceride Concentration and Risk of Prostate Cancer: A Prospective Multicenter Study
Serum triglyceride levels are not linked to prostate cancer risk.
research Defining the Impact of Beta-Catenin/Tcf Transactivation on Epithelial Stem Cells
β-catenin is essential for stem cell activation and proliferation in hair follicles.
research Androgens Protect Against Apolipoprotein E4-Induced Cognitive Deficits
Androgens can help prevent memory problems caused by apoE4.
research Androgens and Human Hair Growth
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.
research Smad7-Induced Beta-Catenin Degradation Alters Epidermal Appendage Development
Too much Smad7 changes skin and hair development by breaking down a protein called β-catenin, leading to more oil glands and fewer hair follicles.
research Pathophysiological Mechanisms Implicated in Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is linked to changes in brain chemicals, inflammation, stress, and certain genes, and can potentially be identified by markers like specific steroids, serotonin levels, and vitamin D levels.
research Pharmacological Evidence for Extracts and Secondary Metabolites from Plants of the Genus Hibiscus
Hibiscus plant extracts may have health benefits like lowering blood pressure and protecting the heart.
research Contact Cooling of the Skin
Skin can be cooled quickly and safely during laser treatments to protect it without affecting deeper layers.
research Topical Application of Polygonum Multiflorum Extract Induces Hair Growth of Resting Hair Follicles Through Upregulating Shh and β-Catenin Expression in C57BL/6 Mice
Polygonum multiflorum extract helps grow hair by activating certain hair growth signals in mice.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibition and Hair Growth Promotion of Some Thai Plants Traditionally Used for Hair Treatment
Some Thai plants, especially Carthamus tinctorius, could help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth without adverse effects.