research The Exaptation of Endocrine Pharmacology
Old drugs are often used for new, different medical purposes in endocrine pharmacology.
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research Effect of Finasteride on Adrenal Steroidogenesis in Men
Finasteride, when taken daily, lowers dihydrotestosterone levels but doesn't noticeably affect adrenal steroid production, except by blocking the 5 alpha-reductase enzyme.
research Children’s Hair Cortisol and Hair Testosterone Concentrations in Response to Environmental Changes: From Summer Holidays to School
Girls had higher stress hormone levels during school due to social and emotional issues, while boys had higher overall hormone levels with slight changes when school started.
research Hair Loss Due to Methylphenidate Use: A Case Study
Methylphenidate can cause hair loss, which stops when the drug is discontinued.
research Anabolic and Metabolic Effects of Testosterone and Other Androgens: Direct Effects and Role of Testosterone Metabolic Products
Testosterone and its metabolites have varied effects on different body systems, especially during puberty.
research The Role of MicroRNA, Long Non-Coding RNA, and Circular RNA in the Pathogenesis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Literature Review
MicroRNAs could be key biomarkers and therapeutic targets for PCOS.
research 46, XY 5-Alpha Reductase Deficiency in a 36-Year-Old Phenotypic Female Patient
A 36-year-old person with a female appearance but male chromosomes was diagnosed with a rare enzyme deficiency affecting sexual development.
research Glucocorticoids and Mineralocorticoids in Hair: Facilitating Accurate Diagnosis of Adrenal-Related Endocrine Disorders
Hair analysis can help diagnose adrenal disorders non-invasively.
research Clinical And Metabolic Characteristics Of Male Patients With Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Possible Predisposition To Metabolic Syndrome
Early-onset male baldness may increase the risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Effect of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Animal Models of Parkinson's Disease
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may help protect the brain and gut in Parkinson's disease.
research Thu646 Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Secondary To Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor
A woman's increased facial hair and hair loss were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, cured by surgery.
research Cutaneous Manifestations in Adults With Gender Dysphoria Undergoing Hormonal Treatment at the Hospital De San José, Bogotá Colombia
Hormonal therapy in adults with gender dysphoria often leads to skin issues like acne, requiring a team of skin and hormone doctors.
research Current Understanding and Treatment of Sex Hormone-Related Hair Diseases
Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.
research Secondary Amenorrhea With Absent Axillary Hair
The patient's long-term symptoms were due to Sheehan's syndrome, which improved with hormone therapy.
research Maternal Androgen Excess Significantly Impairs Sexual Behavior in Male and Female Mouse Offspring: Perspective for a Biological Origin of Sexual Dysfunction in PCOS
Too much male hormone in mothers can negatively affect the sexual behavior of both male and female baby mice.
research Administration of Dutasteride in Animal Models of Retinitis Pigmentosa
Dutasteride potentially improves cell survival and reduces retinal damage in retinitis pigmentosa.
research Sex Differences in Opioid-Mediated Effects: Role of Androgens
Men and women react differently to opioids, with hormones potentially influencing these differences.
research Inconsistent Effects of Surgical and Chemical Castration on Arterial Baroreceptor Dysfunction and Cardiac and Brainstem Inflammation in Endotoxic Rats
Surgical and chemical castration have varied effects on heart and brain inflammation and artery function in sick rats.
research Late Diagnosis of Complete Androgen Insensitivity
A 31-year-old woman was diagnosed with Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome much later than usual, leading to a call for earlier detection and treatment guidelines.
research Hair Loss in Women: Female Androgenetic Alopecia and Female Pattern Hair Loss
The document concludes that hair loss in women can be treated with topical treatments or hormone therapy depending on the cause.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Post-Menopausal Female: A Clinical Presentation
A postmenopausal woman with hair loss and hirsutism improved after surgery to remove an ovarian tumor.
research 2014 Female Athlete Triad Coalition Consensus Statement on Treatment and Return to Play of the Female Athlete Triad: 1st International Conference Held in San Francisco, California, May 2012 and 2nd International Conference Held in Indianapolis, Indiana, May 2013
The consensus provided guidelines for treating the Female Athlete Triad and a system to decide when athletes can return to sports.
research Vitamin D: More Than a Bona Fide Hormone
Vitamin D is important for bones, hair, blood pressure, and breast development.
research Dermal Adipose Tissue Has High Plasticity And Undergoes Reversible Dedifferentiation In Mice
Dermal adipose tissue in mice can change and revert to help with skin health.
research Intracrine Androgen Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Action Revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
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 Visualizing Androgen Receptor Activity in Male and Female Mice
Androgen receptors are active in many tissues of both male and female mice, not just reproductive organs.
research Syndecan-1 Is Required to Maintain Intradermal Fat and Prevent Cold Stress
Syndecan-1 is essential for maintaining skin fat and preventing cold stress.
research Neuroendocrine Perspectives in Alopecia Areata: Does Stress Play a Role?
Stress might contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis, Management, and Drug Repurposing
PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.