research Contents Volume 2, 2016
The document discusses various nail and hair disorders and their treatments.
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research Estimation of Serum Aldosterone, Free Testosterone, and DHEA-S and Scalp Androgen and Aldosterone Receptors in Female Androgenetic Alopecia: Is the Mystery Solved?
High aldosterone and free testosterone levels link to female hair loss; testing aldosterone may predict hypertension risk.
research Spironolactone Versus Placebo or in Combination with Steroids for Hirsutism and Acne
Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.
research Trichotillomania: Clinical Aspects and Treatment Strategies
Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
research Evaluation of Serum G Protein-Coupled Estrogen Receptor 1 (GPER-1) Levels in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Alopecia patients have less GPER-1, which might affect hair loss.
research Genotype-Phenotype Correlation in Boys with X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
Boys with less severe EDA mutations in XLHED have milder symptoms and better sweat and hair production.
research Ethnopharmacological Review of Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Alopecia
Various medicinal plants like Polygonum multiflorum, Red ginseng extract, and Zizyphus jujuba can potentially treat hair loss, offering benefits like low cost and multiple ways of working. Other effective natural substances include Pygeum africanum, Seneroa, Urtica dioica, and more.
research The Potential of Androgenic Alopecia Management from Plant Derivatives
Plant extracts like Avicennia marina, Boehmeria nipononivea, and Camellia sinensis could potentially treat hair loss with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
research Cross-Linked Features of Mouse Pelage Hair Resistant to Detergent Extraction
Two mouse mutants have defective hair cuticle cross-linking.
research The Interplay of Oxidative Stress and Immune Dysfunction in Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Oxidative stress and immune dysfunction are linked to both Hashimoto's thyroiditis and polycystic ovary syndrome, with diet and specific treatments important for managing these conditions.
research The Eyelash Comes to the Fore: Significance in Aesthetics and Eye Protection
Eyelashes are important for looks and eye protection, and more people are treating sparse eyelashes; more research is needed to understand eyelash biology and improve treatments.
research Pharmacologic Interventions in Aging Hair
Minoxidil and Finasteride are effective for male baldness; more research is needed for hair aging treatments.
research Skin Transcriptome Reveals the Periodic Changes in Genes Underlying Cashmere Follicle Transition in Cashmere Goats
The study identified key genes that regulate the growth cycle of cashmere in goats, which could help improve breeding strategies.
research Oral Contraceptive Pill Treatment Alters Gene Expression of Inflammatory Markers in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women
Birth control pills change the activity of certain inflammation and blood clotting genes in women with PCOS.
research Androgen Receptor (AR) Gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n Length Polymorphisms and Symptoms in Young Males With Long-Lasting Adverse Effects After Finasteride Use Against Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.
research Skin Disease Related to Metabolic Syndrome in Women
Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
research A Review on Health Care Surveillance of PCOD
PCOD mainly affects young women, causing symptoms like irregular periods and weight gain, with mixed success from lifestyle changes and medication.
research Acne Syndromes and Mosaicism
Understanding how acne develops in different diseases could lead to new treatments.
research Efficacy and Mechanism of Topical Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction Against Androgenetic Alopecia
The Shen Bai Hair Growing Decoction may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and reducing inflammation.
research Commonly Misdiagnosed Rare Condition: Toe Tourniquet Syndrome – Literature Review
Toe Tourniquet Syndrome is often misdiagnosed.
research Keratosis Follicularis: Classification and Potential Treatments
Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans causes skin scarring and might be treated with a new synthetic retinoid.
research Case Report: A Study of the Clinical Characteristics and Genetic Variants of Post-Finasteride Syndrome Patients
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mental health issues, and genetic screening could help prevent them.
research Hair Follicle Pigmentation: Mechanisms and Factors Influencing Melanin Production
Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
research Dermatologic Changes Associated With Interleukin 2 Administration
IL-2 treatment causes skin eruptions and other reversible side effects, and may play a role in psoriasis.
research How Should Postmenopausal Androgen Excess Be Evaluated?
Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
research Changes in the PCOS Phenotype with Age
PCOS symptoms change with age; younger women have higher androgen levels and less metabolic issues, while older women face more metabolic challenges despite milder PCOS symptoms.
research Clock Genes, Hair Growth, and Aging
Circadian clock genes are important for hair growth and may affect aging-related hair loss and graying.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth And Retention Via Oxidative Stress
Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.