15 citations
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June 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses recent genetic findings on hormonal signaling pathways in androgenetic alopecia, reporting no new study results but highlighting the need for further investigation.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “Brain Research” This study found that testosterone replacement in castrated male rats counteracted endotoxemia-induced arterial baroreflex dysfunction without significantly affecting neuroinflammation.
December 2025 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg s Archives of Pharmacology” In this animal study, AGO (agomelatine) effectively alleviated testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, indicating its potential as a therapeutic option for managing BPH through specific signaling pathways.
March 2024 in “Revista Ciências da Saúde CEUMA” This study found that administering testosterone increased the expression of sexual behavior and elevated serum testosterone and DHT levels in female capuchin monkeys, hinting at potential insights into testosterone use and its risks in humans.
23 citations
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March 2009 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” This study found significant hormonal differences, including elevated cortisol and androstenedione levels, in both male and female androgenic hair loss patients compared to controls, suggesting complex hormonal interactions in the condition.
3 citations
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July 1993 in “Contraception” In this study, elevated prolactin and DHEA-S levels along with reduced SBP were observed in fertile non-obese women with moderate body hair compared to controls, and ethynylestradiol plus desogestrel or cyproterone acetate treatment improved clinical outcomes by increasing SBP.
July 2024 in “Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal” This review reports that transgender individuals undergoing hormonal therapy for gender transition face increased risks of cardiovascular disorders, brain tumors, changes in bone density, metabolic disorders, and other health issues, while highlighting the necessity of this therapy for gender transformation.
38 citations
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December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses the influence of menopausal status on hair parameters in women without alopecia, finding significant differences in hair growth rate, percentage anagen, and hair diameter distributions, particularly in the frontal scalp.
30 citations
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February 2003 in “Annals of Neurology” This editorial discusses the hormonal basis of catamenial epilepsy, particularly focusing on the roles of progesterone and neurosteroids, and presents no new research findings.
21 citations
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This review discusses the physiology and potential hormonal mechanisms involved in female pattern hair loss, as well as the current hormonal and hormone-modifying treatments available, but reports no new research findings.
January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” This review discusses various sex hormones and related compounds, including estrogens and anabolic steroids, but reports no new findings; it highlights existing literature from 2014 regarding their use and effects.
August 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.
74 citations
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January 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” This review discusses recent advances in hair follicle biology, regeneration, and tissue engineering, highlighting emerging therapeutic opportunities, and reports no new experimental results.
6 citations
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September 2012 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” This study found that honokiol inhibits enzymes related to testosterone degradation in vitro, suggesting its potential as a lead compound for developing antiaging bioactive ingredients for men.
3 citations
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February 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This summary reviews the conflicting reports regarding 17β‐estradiol's effects on hair follicle growth, highlighting potential estrogen receptor-mediated impacts and calling for further research.
August 1994 in “Journal of dermatological science” Different substances affect hair and skin cell growth in various ways, with some promoting and others inhibiting cell proliferation.
118 citations
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September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the role of hormones in acne vulgaris and highlights the need for further research on their mechanisms of action; it reports no new clinical results.
67 citations
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January 2007 in “Climacteric” This article discusses the impact of estrogens on skin aging, highlighting the potential benefits and unresolved effectiveness of alternatives like phytoestrogens and selective estrogen receptor modulators; it reports no new clinical results.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” This study found that SesZen-Bio TM, a proprietary extract from Sesbania grandiflora leaves, increased proliferation of hair cells and hair shaft length in vitro and ex vivo, potentially due to activation of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling and stem cell differentiation pathways.
11 citations
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August 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” This review discusses current challenges in selective androgen receptor modulator discovery and preclinical evaluation and reports no new results, emphasizing the need for basic research to improve safety and selectivity.
December 2022 in “Urology Herald” This review examines existing research on androgen deprivation therapy and its effects on male sex hormones in relation to COVID-19, but reports no new clinical findings.
47 citations
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June 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” This study suggests men with early androgenetic alopecia might have hormonal profiles similar to women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, potentially indicating risk for related health complications.
18 citations
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January 2001 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry” This chapter reviews selective androgen receptor modulators, discussing their therapeutic potential beyond current androgen applications, and reports no new clinical findings.
19 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” The study created a test that found hormonal and toxic effects in plant and fungal extracts using prostate cancer cells.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology” In this study from IJIRT, researchers evaluated teaching programs focused on enhancing waste management knowledge among women, assessing the effectiveness of these educational initiatives.
60 citations
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October 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” This study found that high-dose oral zinc significantly influences hair growth in mice, showing both inhibition and promotion effects depending on the timing and duration of administration.
10 citations
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February 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that TRH modulates specific keratins in human scalp tissue, suggesting its potential influence on hair growth and the need for further exploration of neuroendocrine controls in keratin expression.
March 2026 in “Physical Education Health and Social Sciences” In this randomized controlled trial, combining cinnamon and inositol led to significant improvements in metabolic and hormonal parameters, such as reduced LH, testosterone, fasting glucose, and ovarian ultrasound scores, in overweight women with PCOS, indicating superior benefits over either supplement alone.
May 2021 in “International journal of developmental research” This review discusses the role of sex hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone, in melasma pathogenesis and suggests that progesterone in oral contraceptives may help prevent melasma by regulating melanocyte proliferation.
22 citations
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August 2006 in “Critical Reviews in Plant Sciences” The tropical legume Sesbania rostrata can form nodules in waterlogged conditions using a different method that involves plant hormones and specific genes.