research Epitestosterone—An Endogenous Antiandrogen?
Epitestosterone may act as a weak antiandrogen and can inhibit an enzyme involved in testosterone metabolism.
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research The Character 'Hairless' in the Mouse
Hairless mice lack fur due to a genetic mutation affecting skin response, not hormone issues.
research Afamin Serum Concentrations Are Associated With Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High afamin levels are linked to metabolic syndrome and may predict its development in women with insulin resistance.
research Spectrum and Burden of Dermatophytes in Children
The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
research Cutaneous Adverse Effects of BRAF Inhibitors in Metastatic Malignant Melanoma: A Prospective Study in 20 Patients
BRAF inhibitors for melanoma often cause skin side effects, but they can be managed with proper care.
research Hormonal Profile of Men with Premature Balding
Men with early balding often have hormone levels similar to women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Relationship Between Serum Anti-Müllerian Hormone and Intrafollicular AMH Levels in PCOS Women
Women with PCOS have higher levels of AMH in their blood and follicles, and this can help predict their risk of overreaction to fertility treatments.
research The Transcriptional Landscape of Seasonal Coat Color Moult in the Snowshoe Hare
Researchers found genes that control hair color and growth change before the visible coat color changes in snowshoe hares.
research Androgenic Alopecia and Insulin Resistance: Are They Really Related?
There is no significant link between male pattern baldness and insulin resistance.
research Reversible Decreases of Fertility in Male Sprague-Dawley Rats Treated Orally with Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride temporarily lowers male rat fertility without affecting libido.
research A New Hair Follicle-Derived Human Epidermal Model for the Evaluation of Sunscreen Genoprotection
The new lab-grown skin model is good for testing sunscreen's protection against DNA damage from UV light.
research Association Analysis of Estrogen Receptor Beta Gene (ESR2) Polymorphisms with Female Pattern Hair Loss
ESR2 gene variations may be linked to female pattern hair loss.
research Cutaneous Necrosis After Injection of Polyethylene Glycol–Modified Interferon Alfa
Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
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 Electrochemical Studies on Minoxidil and Its Determination in Tablets by Differential-Pulse Polarography
Method measures minoxidil in tablets accurately and easily.
research Quality of Life Measurement in Alopecia Areata: Position Statement of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Task Force on Quality of Life and Patient-Oriented Outcomes
Use specific tools to measure quality of life in alopecia areata patients and improve future treatments.
research The Role of Oxidative Damage in Poor Scalp Health: Ramifications to Causality and Associated Hair Growth
Treating scalp issues with anti-dandruff shampoo improves hair health.
research Eyelash Trichomegaly: Review of Congenital, Acquired, and Drug-Associated Etiologies for Elongation of the Eyelashes
The document concludes that eyelash trichomegaly, which is the abnormal growth of eyelashes, can be present from birth, caused by diseases, or result from certain medications.
research Occurrence of Dermatomycosis (Ringworm) Due to Trichophyton Verrucosum in Dairy Calves and Its Spread to Animal Attendants: Case Report
Ringworm in dairy calves can spread to humans.
research Dose-Response Study of Topical Minoxidil in Male Pattern Alopecia
Minoxidil 1% and 2% best promote hair growth and may prevent hair loss.
research Patient’s Experience with Subcutaneous and Oral Methotrexate for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis often causes side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, especially at higher doses.
research Identification of a Novel PNPLA1 Mutation in a Spanish Family with Autosomal Recessive Congenital Ichthyosis
A new gene mutation linked to a skin condition was found in a Spanish family.
research Soymilk Reduces Hair Growth And Hair Follicle Dimensions
Soymilk can slow hair growth and make hair thinner.
research Sex-Specific Difference of Hippocampal Synaptic Plasticity in Response to Sex Neurosteroids
Sex neurosteroids cause different effects on hippocampal synaptic plasticity in males and females.
research The RELIEF Study: Tolerability and Efficacy of Preservative-Free Latanoprost in the Treatment of Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension
Preservative-free latanoprost effectively lowers eye pressure with fewer side effects.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Prevalence and Impact on the Wellbeing of Australian Women Aged 16-29 Years
Many young Australian women think they have PCOS, but only a few are diagnosed correctly, causing unnecessary worry.
research Hair Keratinization in Health and Disease
Understanding intermediate filaments helps explain hair health and related diseases.
research Impact of the French COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown on Newly Diagnosed Melanoma Delay and Severity
The French COVID-19 lockdown caused delays in diagnosing new melanoma cases, making them more severe.
research Exogenous and Endogenous Lipids of Human Hair
Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
research Yellow and Orange in Cutaneous Lesions: Clinical and Dermoscopic Data
Yellow and orange colors are important for diagnosing certain skin conditions.