research Ketoconazole Therapy for Women with Acne and/or Hirsutism
Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.
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research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis: Production and Regulation of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.
research Phosphatidic Acid Has Potential to Promote Hair Growth In Vitro and In Vivo, and Activates Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase/Extracellular Signal-Regulated Kinase Kinase in Hair Epithelial Cells
Phosphatidic acid may help hair grow by affecting cell growth pathways.
research Navigating the Postpartum Period: Hormonal Changes and Essential Care for Women
Postpartum care should address hormonal changes, nutrition, and support to ensure mother and baby well-being.
research Rates of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Symptoms in Relatives of Patients With PCOS
Female relatives of PCOS patients have a higher chance of showing PCOS symptoms.
research Pilosebaceous Physiology in Relation to Hirsutism and Acne
Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.
research Sebaceous Immunobiology: Skin Homeostasis, Innate Immunity Coordination, Inflammatory Response, and Disease Associations
Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.
research Neonatal Finasteride Administration Alters Hippocampal α4 and δ GABAAR Subunits Expression and Behavioral Responses to Progesterone in Adult Rats
research Prostate Specific Antigen as a Predictive Factor for Androgenemia in Women
PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research What Should It Take to Describe a Substance or Product as 'Sperm-Safe'?
Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Mitotic Activity in the Epidermis of the Rabbit Stimulated with Local Applications of Testosterone Propionate
Testosterone applied to rabbit skin increases skin cell growth and changes skin structure.
research Hair Transplantation in the United States: A Population-Based Survey of Female and Male Pattern Baldness
Americans see hair transplants as valuable for treating hair loss and want them to be more affordable and tailored to each gender.
research Adult Acne
Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.
research New and Consolidated Therapeutic Options for Pubertal Induction in Hypogonadism: In-Depth Review of the Literature
There are various effective hormone treatments for puberty induction in boys and girls with hypogonadism, and starting treatment early is important.
research Associations Between Genetically Predicted Sex and Growth Hormones and Facial Aging in the UK Biobank: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
Regulating certain sex hormones may help delay facial aging.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
5α-reductase inhibitors and alpha-1 adrenergic antagonists together effectively treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, with long-term benefits.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review for Dermatologists
Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.
research Sex Hormones Modulate Pathogenic Processes in Experimental Traumatic Brain Injury
Sex hormones affect brain injury differently in males and females.
research Persistent Poor Metabolic Profile in Postmenopausal Women With Ovarian Hyperandrogenism After Testosterone Level Normalization
Postmenopausal women with hyperandrogenism didn't have better metabolic health even after their testosterone levels became normal.
research Pregnancy and the Skin
Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and stretch marks, and some may have skin conditions that usually get better after giving birth.
research Tp63-Expressing Adult Epithelial Stem Cells Cross Lineage Boundaries Revealing Latent Hairy Skin Competence
Adult stem cells with Tp63 can form hair and skin cells when placed in new skin, showing they have hidden abilities for skin repair.
research Alteration of Ethanol Drinking in Mice via Modulation of the GABAA Receptor with Ganaxolone, Finasteride, and Gaboxadol
Three drugs change mice's alcohol drinking patterns by affecting GABAA receptors.
research Role of Anticonvulsant and Antiepileptogenic Neurosteroids in the Pathophysiology and Treatment of Epilepsy
Neurosteroids show promise for treating epilepsy and more research is needed.
research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Progress on the Road to Better Medical Care for Transgender Patients
The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.
research Ovarian Hormones and Adrenal Androgens During a Woman's Life Span
Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.