research Anatomy and Function of the Skin
The skin is the largest organ, protecting the body, regulating temperature, and producing hormones.
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90-120 / 131 results research Expression of AR, 5αR1 and 5αR2 in Bladder Urothelial Carcinoma and Relationship to Clinicopathological Factors
Androgens may influence bladder cancer progression by affecting cellular behavior.
research Hair Follicle Pigmentation: Mechanisms and Factors Influencing Melanin Production
Hair color is determined by melanin produced and transferred in hair follicles.
research The Acne Hormones
Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride for Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride for hair loss can cause long-lasting sexual side effects like low libido and erectile dysfunction.
research Quantification of Reproductive Hormones in Hair of Captive Adult Brown Bears and Their Application as Indicators of Sex and Reproductive State
Measuring reproductive hormones in brown bear hair could help identify their sex and reproductive state, but better collection methods or lab techniques are needed.
research Exploring the Brain-Skin Connection: Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles on the scalp interact with and respond to the nervous system, influencing their own behavior and growth.
research Redefining Hormone Resistance in Prostate Cancer
The conclusion suggests that prostate cancer should be classified by castration status and that new therapies targeting androgen receptor signaling show promise.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens
Different women's hair and skin glands respond to hormones in varied ways, which can cause unwanted hair growth even with normal hormone levels, and more research is needed to treat this effectively.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone in human pancreas cells boosts insulin production.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone in our bodies helps increase insulin secretion from the pancreas.
research 4th Intercontinental Meeting of Hair Research Societies 2004: The World of Hair
The meeting presented new findings on hair stem cells, pigmentation, genetics, and modern hair treatment techniques.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: An Update on Genetics
Androgenetic alopecia in men is genetic and linked to health issues like obesity and heart disease, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.
research Diet and Acne
Diet changes can help reduce acne by limiting certain hormones.
research Triple Hormonal Blockade (ADT3): A Patient’s Perspective
Triple Hormonal Blockade (ADT3) can effectively manage prostate cancer but requires careful monitoring for heart risks.
research Hair Restoration Surgery: The State of the Art
Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
research Summary of the Recommendations on Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
The report recommends personalized treatment for women's sexual dysfunctions and more research on effective therapies.
research Expression of E-SOD, GPX5 mRNAs and Immunoexpression of Cu/ZnSOD in Epididymal Epithelial Cells of Finasteride-Treated Rats
Finasteride changes antioxidant enzyme expression, possibly affecting sperm protection in rats.
research Virilism and Ectopic Expression of HSD17B5 in Mature Cystic Teratoma
A woman's mature cystic teratoma caused her virilization by producing testosterone.
research Serum Prolactin and Dehydroepiandrosterone Concentrations During the Summer and Winter Hair Growth Cycles of Mink (Mustela Vison)
Changes in prolactin and DHEA levels are not required for the start of mink hair growth cycles.
research Skin Endocrinology and Nutrition
Good nutrition and vitamins are important for healthy skin and can prevent diseases.
research Mouse Models with a Disrupted PTHrP Gene or a Disrupted PTH Gene (PTH−/− Mice)
PTHrP is important for bone formation and may be targeted for osteoporosis treatment and longevity therapies.
research Melatonin in the Skin: Synthesis, Metabolism, and Functions
Melatonin in the skin helps protect against damage from stress and UV rays, and could be used to treat certain skin conditions.
research Vitamin D and the Skin: Focus on a Complex Relationship
Vitamin D is important for skin health and may affect conditions like psoriasis and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand its role fully.
research The Role of Melatonin in Neuroectodermal-Mesodermal Interactions: The Hair Follicle Synthesizes Melatonin and Expresses Functional Melatonin Receptors
Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.
research Characterization of the Serotoninergic System in the C57BL/6 Mouse Skin
Mouse skin can produce and process serotonin, with variations depending on hair cycle, body location, and mouse strain.
research Guidelines for the Use of Acitretin in Psoriasis
Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
research Endocrine Systems of the Skin: A 2019 Review
The skin acts like an endocrine organ, making hormones that affect skin diseases and respond to stress.