research Hair Follicle Stem Cells: Walking the Maze
Hair follicle stem cells are key for hair and skin regeneration, can be reprogrammed, and have potential therapeutic uses, but also carry a risk of cancer.
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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 Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Diagnosis and Treatment
Primary cicatricial alopecia, a rare disorder causing permanent hair loss, is hard to diagnose and treat, with treatments like anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids offering varied results and no guaranteed cure. Psychological support for patients is important, and future research should aim to identify causes of the condition.
research Macrophage Ferroportin Is Essential for Stromal Cell Proliferation in Wound Healing
Macrophage iron release is crucial for hair growth and wound healing.
research Long-Term Oral Administration of 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Attenuates Erectile Function by Inhibiting Autophagy and Promoting Apoptosis of Smooth Muscle Cells in Corpus Cavernosum of Aged Rats
Long-term use of a certain medication can worsen erectile function in aged rats by damaging penile muscle cells.
research Review of Scalp Alopecia Due to a Clinically Unapparent or Minimally Apparent Neoplasm (SACUMAN)
SACUMAN, a rare condition causing hair loss without clear signs, is often misdiagnosed and needs scalp biopsies for accurate detection.
research Hair Follicle Stem Cells as a Skin-Organizing Signaling Center During Adult Homeostasis
Hair follicle stem cells help maintain skin health and could improve skin replacement therapies.
research Baicalin Inhibits Recruitment of GATA1 to the HSD3B2 Promoter and Reverses Hyperandrogenism of PCOS
Baicalin may help reduce excessive male hormone levels in PCOS.
research Finasteride and Male Breast Cancer: Does the MHRA Report Show a Link?
No definitive link between finasteride and male breast cancer, but further research is needed.
research Immunohistochemical Expression of Keratins in Normal Ovine Skin and in Chronic Dermatitis Due to Sarcoptes Scabiei
Sheep with chronic Sarcoptes scabiei dermatitis have altered keratin expression in their skin.
research Comparing Current Therapeutic Modalities of Androgenic Alopecia: A Literature Review of Clinical Trials
Some treatments for hereditary hair loss are effective but vary in results and side effects; new therapies show promise but need more research.
research Ox40-Cre-Mediated Deletion of BRD4 Reveals an Unexpected Phenotype of Hair Follicle Stem Cells in Alopecia
Deleting the BRD4 protein in certain skin cells causes hair loss and skin inflammation.
research Insights Into the Scenario of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Male Reproductive Toxicity
COVID-19 may harm male reproductive health and lower testosterone levels, potentially affecting fertility and causing erectile dysfunction. More research is needed.
research Epidermal Stem Cells in Wound Healing and Their Clinical Applications
Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
research Tyrosine Kinases in Autoimmune and Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Tyrosine kinases are important in skin autoimmune diseases and could be targets for new treatments.
research Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
research PTEN Mediates Activation of Core Clock Protein BMAL1 and Accumulation of Epidermal Stem Cells
PTEN helps control the number and health of skin stem cells by working with the protein BMAL1.
research Adrenal 21-Hydroxylase Gene Mutations in Slovenian Hyperandrogenic Women: Evaluation of Corticotrophin Stimulation and HLA Polymorphisms in Screening for Carrier Status
The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It's Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research May Patients Receiving 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors Be at Higher Risk of COVID-19 Complications?
Men on 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors might have worse COVID-19 outcomes.
research Alcohol and Prostate Cancer: Time to Draw Conclusions
Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of prostate cancer and can worsen the condition.
research An Attempt to Assess the Magnitude of Endogenous Androgen Production in a Case of the Adrenogenital Syndrome
A 17-year-old female with adrenogenital syndrome produces very high levels of androgens, which prevent complete feminization despite high estrogen doses.
research Extracellular Vesicles in Facial Aesthetics: A Review
Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show promise for skin improvement and anti-aging in facial care but face challenges like low production and lack of research.
research Impact of mTORC1 Inhibition on Keratinocyte Proliferation During Skin Tumor Promotion in Wild-Type and BK5.AktWT Mice
Rapamycin reduces skin cell growth and tumor development by affecting cell signaling in mice.
research Methods of Hair Loss Evaluation in Patients with Endocrine Disorders
The document concludes that most patients with endocrine disorders experience diffuse, non-scarring hair loss, with scarring hair loss being rare.
research Use of Fluorescent Light Energy for the Management of Bacterial Skin Infection Associated with Canine Calcinosis Cutis Lesions
Fluorescent light energy may help treat skin infections in dogs with calcinosis cutis.
research Occult Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor: When Laboratory Tells More Than Imaging
Blood tests can detect ovarian Leydig cell tumors when scans don't, and surgery can confirm and treat these tumors.
research Gynecomastia After Finasteride Therapy
Finasteride may cause breast enlargement, low testosterone a risk factor.
research The Expanding Impact of T-Regulatory Cells in Skin Health
T-regulatory cells are important for skin health and can affect hair growth and reduce skin inflammation.
research Malicious Mites—Sarcoptes Scabiei in Raccoon Dogs (Nyctereutes Procyonoides) in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Raccoon dogs in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, were found with sarcoptic mange, showing severe skin issues and potential for spreading the disease.