12 citations,
December 2017 in “Scientific reports” The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
33 citations,
January 2017 in “Conservation physiology” Measuring reproductive hormones in brown bear hair could help identify their sex and reproductive state, but better collection methods or lab techniques are needed.
June 2020 in “Authorea (Authorea)” First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.
February 2023 in “Malaysian Journal of Science. Series B, Physical & Earth Sciences” Analyzing bear poop helps measure their stress without harming them.
21 citations,
May 2015 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Progesterone byproduct 5αP stimulates mammary tumor growth, but finasteride can suppress it.
51 citations,
February 2010 in “Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry” Researchers developed a method to detect hormone-blocking drugs in wastewater and found them in Beijing's sewage, suggesting they can survive sewage treatment.
6 citations,
February 2022 in “European journal of endocrinology” The method can measure multiple hormones in women's hair and may help identify hormone-related health issues.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Vitamin D deficiency is common in temporary hair loss, and stress is often a suspected cause.
May 2013 in “Trends in Urology & Men's Health” Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.
1 citations,
October 2020 Hair can reliably measure average estradiol levels over months in humans and monkeys.
Researchers developed a quick and accurate method to measure hormones in urine, confirming a baldness treatment's effectiveness without altering hormone levels.
10 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Chromatography B” Researchers developed a reliable way to measure hormones in urine, showing that a baldness treatment doesn't change hormone levels.
Most men seeking hair transplants have Male Pattern Baldness, influenced by genetics, age, and testosterone, while women's hair loss can be affected by thyroid function, iron, testosterone, prolactin, ferritin levels, and certain conditions. Follicular Unit Extraction is a popular hair transplant technique.
6 citations,
September 2014 in “Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A” New method effectively detects illegal hormones in anti-aging foods.
7 citations,
April 2022 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method can measure multiple steroids in human hair to study long-term steroid metabolism, especially in newborns and children.
A hair transplant using hair from the back of the head and pubic area was successful in creating a feminine hairline for a male-to-female transgender person.
Different types of hair loss can be caused by hormones, stress, autoimmune disorders, illness, or nutritional deficiencies, and can be treated with medication, nutritional supplements, or hair transplantation.
Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
Hair transplants are effective for male and female pattern baldness, have evolved in technique, and require careful planning for natural results and managing complications.
4 citations,
February 2019 in “American Journal of Human Biology” Collecting hair from all scalp sections works as well as the standard method for cortisol analysis.
19 citations,
October 1994 in “Tumori Journal” As of 1994, treatments for liver cancer had not significantly improved patient survival.
8 citations,
June 2019 in “Scientific Reports” Increased PPARGC1α relates to hair thinning in common baldness.
The document recommends a multidisciplinary approach and experience sharing to advance facial feminization surgery as a medical field.
November 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin cells and certain hair follicle areas produce hemoglobin, which may help protect against oxidative stress like UV damage.
30 citations,
March 2010 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in elderly women is often caused by various factors, including hormonal changes after menopause.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Policosanol helps treat hair loss by balancing hormones and supporting hair growth.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Advances in therapy” Hair transplantation is safe and effective for children with scar-related hair loss.
29 citations,
September 1983 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Men with hair loss have lower SHBG and higher saliva testosterone levels, suggesting increased androgen activity.
26 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbal alternatives like saw palmetto and green tea may offer safe, effective treatment for hormonal hair loss.
16 citations,
May 2019 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.