research Spironolactone Is an Effective and Well-Tolerated Systemic Antiandrogen Therapy for Hirsute Women
Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.
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research Treatment of an Alopecia Areata Patient with Tofacitinib Results in Regrowth of Hair and Changes in Serum and Skin Biomarkers
A patient with alopecia areata regrew hair after taking tofacitinib and showed changes in certain blood and skin markers.
research The Facial Adipose Tissue: A Revision
Different types of facial fat affect aging and treatment outcomes; more research is needed to enhance anti-aging procedures.
research Characteristics Associated with Significantly Worse Quality of Life in Mycosis Fungoides/Sézary Syndrome from the Prospective Cutaneous Lymphoma International Prognostic Index (PROCLIPI) Study
People with mycosis fungoides/Sézary syndrome have a much lower quality of life.
research Dermatology of Androgen-Related Disorders
Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
research Meta-Analysis Identifies Novel Risk Loci and Yields Systematic Insights into the Biology of Male-Pattern Baldness
Researchers found 63 genes linked to male-pattern baldness, which could help in understanding its biology and developing new treatments.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antipsychotics
Some patients taking antipsychotic medications experience skin reactions, ranging from mild to severe.
research Dendritic Polyglycerol and N-Isopropylacrylamide Based Thermoresponsive Nanogels as Smart Carriers for Controlled Delivery of Drugs Through the Hair Follicle
Medium to larger nanogels effectively deliver drugs through hair follicles when heated.
research Nanotechnology in Dermatology
Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
research The Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Criteria Are Insufficiently Robust for Clinical Research
The current methods for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome are too vague and may lead to misdiagnosis and problems in research.
research Dissection of Genetic Variation and Evidence for Pleiotropy in Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is mostly inherited, involves many genes, and is linked to other traits like early puberty and strong bones.
research Pharmacological BACE1 and BACE2 Inhibition Induces Hair Depigmentation by Inhibiting PMEL17 Processing in Mice
Blocking BACE1 and BACE2 enzymes causes hair color loss in mice.
research Antiandrogenic Therapy With Finasteride Attenuates Cardiac Hypertrophy and Left Ventricular Dysfunction
Finasteride helps reduce heart issues and improves heart function.
research C19 and C21 5β/5α Metabolite Ratios in Subjects Treated with the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride: Comparison of Male Pseudohermaphrodites with Inherited 5α-Reductase Deficiency
Finasteride may treat baldness but less effective for those with 5α-reductase deficiency.
research Nipple Differentiation in Fetal Male Rats Treated with an Inhibitor of the Enzyme 5α-Reductase: Definition of a Selective Role for Dihydrotestosterone
Blocking a specific enzyme in male rat fetuses leads to the development of nipples and feminized genitalia.
research Loss of Epidermal Evi/Wls Results in a Phenotype Resembling Psoriasiform Dermatitis
Loss of a specific protein in skin cells causes symptoms similar to psoriasis.
research Specific Morphogenetic Events in Mouse External Genitalia Sex Differentiation Are Dependent Upon Androgens and Estrogens
Mouse genital development depends on male or female hormones for specific features.
research Clinical Biochemistry of Dihydrotestosterone
Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Mood Stabilizers
Mood stabilizers can cause serious skin reactions; careful monitoring and immediate treatment are crucial.
research High-Throughput T Cell Receptor Sequencing Identifies Clonally Expanded CD8+ T Cell Populations in Alopecia Areata
CD8+ T cells are involved in alopecia areata and may cause disease relapse.
research Clinical Dose Ranging Studies with Finasteride, a Type 2 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern hair loss with a 1 mg daily dose.
research Skin Manifestations of Obesity: A Comparative Study
Obese people have more skin problems like stretch marks and infections, which get worse with higher obesity levels.
research Permeant Lipophilicity and Vehicle Composition Influence Accumulation of Dyes in Hair Follicles of Human Skin
Lipophilic dyes accumulate more in hair follicles when delivered with surfactant-propylene glycol solutions.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
research The Genetics of Alopecia Areata: What's New and How Will It Help Our Patients?
New genetic discoveries in alopecia areata could lead to better treatments.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, And Cutaneous Virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
research Some Observations on Vitamin Metabolism in Germ-Free Rats
Germ-free rats need biotin for growth and have different vitamin metabolism compared to regular rats.
research Toward a Diagnostic Score in Cushing's Syndrome
The document suggests creating a validated score to diagnose Cushing's Syndrome and considers plasma steroid profiling as a simpler diagnostic method.
research Alopecia Secondary to Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor-Alpha Therapy
Anti-TNF therapy can cause hair loss and skin issues.
research Evaluation of Clinical Adverse Effects and Laboratory Changes in Patients with Acne Vulgaris Treated with Oral Isotretinoin
Isotretinoin is safe and effective for acne, with common side effects like dry lips; serious side effects are rare.