research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
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research Hyperandrogenism from an Ovarian Interstitial-Cell Tumor in an Alpaca
An alpaca acted like a male and couldn't have babies because of a benign tumor in its ovary that caused high testosterone levels.
research Exclusive Androgenic Effect of Dehydroepiandrosterone in Sebaceous Glands of Rat Skin
DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.
research Bubble Hair – A Possible Explanation for Its Distribution
Using a blow dryer in a certain way can cause localized hair damage with bubble formation inside the hair.
research Other Antiandrogens: Alternative Treatments for Acne and Hirsutism
Spironolactone works well for acne and hirsutism, isotretinoin is very effective for acne and may have antiandrogenic effects, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors should be considered antiandrogens.
research Current Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
TURP is the best treatment for BPH, but some patients prefer medications like alpha-blockers and finasteride.
research Pathological Studies of Cross-Related Congenital Hypotrichosis in Cattle
Crossbreeding certain European cattle breeds may cause hair and physical issues in cattle.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Effects of Oral Finasteride on Hormone Profile, Reproduction, and Sexual Function
Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.
research Finasteride-Induced Inhibition of 5α-Reductase Type 2 Could Lead to Kidney Damage: An Experimental Animal Study
Finasteride may cause kidney damage.
research Distinct Transcriptional Profiles of the Female, Male, and Finasteride-Induced Feminized Male Anogenital Region in Rat Fetuses
Finasteride exposure affects gene expression and anogenital distance in male rat fetuses.
research Repurposing Steroidogenesis Inhibitors for the Therapy of Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Promises and Caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Health Promotion Potential of Vegetables Cultivated in Northern Thailand: A Preliminary Screening of Tannin and Flavonoid Contents, 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Astringent Activity, and Antioxidant Activities
Some vegetables from Northern Thailand show promise for health benefits, including hair loss treatment and antioxidant properties.
research Severe, Disfiguring, Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris in a Woman in the Dominican Republic
A woman with HIV had a severe skin condition that improved with antiretroviral therapy.
research Dermoscopy: Not Just for Dermatologists
Dermoscopy is useful for many health professionals, not just dermatologists, in improving skin condition diagnoses and reducing unnecessary biopsies.
research Polyphenols as Novel Treatment Options for Dermatological Diseases: A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials
Polyphenols may help treat skin conditions like warts, hair loss, acne, and dark spots, but more research is needed.
research Dermatosis Associated with Menopause
Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.
research Nodules on the Hair: A Rare Case of Mixed Piedra
A woman's scalp nodules were successfully treated with antifungal and anti-lice medications, revealing a rare case of mixed piedra infection.
research Finasteride
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
research Virilizing Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor in a 40-Year-Old South Indian Female: A Case Report
A woman's masculine symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which improved after surgery.
research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
research Postherpetic Poliosis
A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls: Diagnosis and Management
Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.
research Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and works better with electrolysis.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research COVID-19 Pandemic: What About the Gonads?
COVID-19 may affect male fertility and women might have better outcomes due to hormonal and immune differences.
research Use of Spironolactone in Dermatology: Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Hirsutism
Spironolactone is effective for acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female hair loss, and hirsutism but is underused in dermatology.
research Single-Center Analysis of Patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Evidence for Hypothyroidism and a Good Quality of Life
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to hypothyroidism but doesn't affect quality of life.
research Research Brief: Self-Reports of Persistent Antiandrogenic, Estrogenic, Physical, and Psychological Effects of Finasteride Usage Among Men
Finasteride use can cause lasting negative effects like sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive issues.
research Intrinsic Versus Extrinsic Aging: A Histopathological, Morphometric, and Immunohistochemical Study of Estrogen Receptor β and Androgen Receptor
The study concluded that both estrogen and androgen receptors, which decrease with age, are linked to skin aging and may be hormonally regulated.
research Hirsutism: From Diagnosis to Use of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are the main treatment for hirsutism, with individualized care and safe, affordable options needed.