research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5α-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
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research Matriptase Activation and Shedding with HAI-1 Induced by Steroid Sex Hormones in Human Prostate Cancer Cells, but Not in Breast Cancer Cells
Steroid sex hormones activate matriptase in prostate cancer cells but not in breast cancer cells.
research The Prostamide-Related Glaucoma Therapy, Bimatoprost, Offers a Novel Approach for Treating Scalp Alopecias
Bimatoprost, a glaucoma medication, may also help treat hair loss.
research The Antiandrogen Enzalutamide Downregulates TMPRSS2 and Reduces Cellular Entry of SARS-CoV-2 in Human Lung Cells
The drug enzalutamide may reduce the ability of the virus causing COVID-19 to enter lung cells.
research Estrogens and Human Scalp Hair Growth: More Questions Than Answers
The effects of estrogen on human hair growth are unclear and need more research.
research Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy: Pathogenesis and Clinical Management
Kennedy's disease leads to muscle weakness without a cure, but exercise and managing symptoms may help patients live a normal lifespan.
research Men With Kennedy Disease Have a Reduced Risk of Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with Kennedy disease have less chance of hair loss.
research Cysteine Prevents the Reduction in Keratin Synthesis Induced by Iron Deficiency in Human Keratinocytes
Cysteine helps maintain keratin production in skin cells even when iron is low.
research Androgen Modulation of Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgens may block hair growth signals, targeting this could treat hair loss.
research Macrophage-Stimulating Protein Promotes Hair Growth Ex Vivo and Induces Anagen from Telogen Stage Hair Follicles In Vivo
Macrophage-stimulating protein helps hair grow and can start hair growth phase in mice and human hair samples.
research Androgens Trigger Different Growth Responses in Genetically Identical Human Hair Follicles in Organ Culture Reflecting Their Epigenetic Diversity in Life
Male hormones cause different growth in identical human hair follicles due to their unique epigenetic characteristics.
research Multiple Readout Assay for Hormonal (Androgenic and Antiandrogenic) and Cytotoxic Activity of Plant and Fungal Extracts Based on Differential Prostate Cancer Cell Line Behavior
The study created a test that found hormonal and toxic effects in plant and fungal extracts using prostate cancer cells.
research Association of AR rs6152G/A Gene Polymorphism With Susceptibility to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Chinese Women
A certain gene variant may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Chinese women.
research Efficacy of an Agonist of α-MSH, the Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20, in Hair Pigmentation
Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-20 may help reduce hair greying and increase melanin production.
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 Cyclosporine A Stimulated Hair Growth from Mouse Vibrissae Follicles in an Organ Culture Model
Cyclosporine A was found to increase hair growth in mouse whisker follicles.
research Bisphenol-A Antagonizes the Rapidly Modulating Effect of Dihydrotestosterone on Spinogenesis and Long-Term Potentiation of Hippocampal Neurons
Bisphenol-A (BPA) increases connections between brain cells and boosts their activity, but it blocks the effects of a male hormone on brain cell plasticity.
research Discovery of a Transdermally Deliverable Pentapeptide for Activating AdipoR1 to Promote Hair Growth
A new small peptide may help hair growth by activating a specific receptor and should be tested in humans.
research COVID-19, Androgens, and Androgenic Alopecia
COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.
research Optogenetically Controlled TrkA Activity Improves the Regenerative Capacity of Hair-Follicle-Derived Stem Cells to Differentiate into Neurons and Glia
Blue-light activation of TrkA improves hair-follicle stem cells' ability to become neurons and glial cells.
research Beta-Caryophyllene Enhances Wound Healing Through Multiple Routes
Beta-caryophyllene, found in essential oils, helps wounds heal better in multiple ways.
research An Immune Regulatory CCT Repeat Containing Oligodeoxynucleotide Capable of Causing Hair Loss in Male Mice
A specific DNA sequence caused hair loss in male mice by activating immune cells and increasing a certain immune signal.
research Kennedy's Disease and Partial Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome: Report of 4 Cases and Literature Review
The conclusion is that adult males with muscle weakness and hormonal imbalances should be tested for Kennedy's disease.
research Towards Dissecting the Pathogenesis of Retinoid-Induced Hair Loss: All-Trans Retinoic Acid Induces Premature Hair Follicle Regression by Upregulation of Transforming Growth Factor-β2 in the Dermal Papilla
All-trans retinoic acid causes hair loss by increasing TGF-β2 in hair follicle cells.
research Keratinocytes Regulate the Function of Melanocytes
Keratinocytes control how melanocytes work.
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 Mucosal TLR5 Activation Controls Healthspan and Longevity
Activating TLR5 in the gut can extend lifespan and improve health in aged mice.
research Early Skin Seeding Regulatory T Cells Modulate PPARγ-Dependent Skin Pigmentation
Early regulatory T cells are crucial for normal skin pigmentation.
research CXCL12 Inhibits Hair Growth Through CXCR4
CXCL12 protein slows down hair growth through its receptor CXCR4. Blocking this can potentially increase hair growth.
research TLR3 Signaling Modulates Immunomodulatory Property of Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells
TLR3 signaling enhances the immunosuppressive properties of human periodontal ligament stem cells.