research Steroid Hormones: Overview and Medical Applications
Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.
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research Endocrinology, Brain, and Pituitary Gland
Hormones control reproduction and are crucial for body balance.
research Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Potential Therapeutic Tool in Androgenetic Alopecia
Platelet-rich plasma may improve hair density in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Comparative Analysis of Quality of Life Impact in Patients with Autoimmune Blistering Disease
Patients with autoimmune blistering diseases experience a reduced quality of life, with the need for better measurement tools, especially for those with mucous membrane pemphigoid.
research Analysis of Androgen Receptor Expression and Activity in the Mouse Brain
Androgen receptors in the mouse brain may explain cognitive and mood changes in prostate cancer treatment.
research Childhood Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Clinical and Immunologic Patterns in Mexican Children
Gender-specific analysis could improve treatment for childhood systemic lupus erythematosus.
research Ayurvedic Interventions for PCOS: A Single-Case Analysis
Ayurvedic treatments can help manage PCOS symptoms.
research A Population-Based Study on the Common Androgenic Symptoms in PCOS and Its Management
Recognizing and managing hirsutism, alopecia, and acne is crucial for improving wellbeing in women with PCOS.
research Atypical Congenital Triangular Alopecia (Brauer Nevus): Case Report and Literature Review in Occipital and Mid-Frontal Localizations
The report concludes that atypical Brauer nevus is more common in males, present at birth, and often misdiagnosed due to its unusual scalp locations.
research Investigating the Effects of Hydro-Alcoholic Extract of Pimpinella Anisum L. on Hair Growth
Pimpinella anisum L. extract significantly boosts hair growth in mice.
research Optimal Concentration Selection of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients in the Cream-Mask Intended for Androgenic Alopecia Treatment According to Experimental Results on Paramecium Caudatum Biological Model
The best mix for a hair loss treatment cream is 10% Sophora japonica tincture and 5% Serenoa repens extract.
research Melanoma Prognosis in the United States: A State-Based Analysis of Associated Factors
Melanoma survival rates vary by state and are better where incomes are higher, more people have health insurance and education, and there are more dermatologists.
research Cross-Section Trichometry: A Clinical Tool for Assessing the Progression and Treatment Response of Alopecia
Cross-section trichometry is an accurate method to measure hair loss and growth.
research Becker Nevus of the Face with Asymmetrical Growth of Beard Hair
Certain gene variations may increase the risk of alopecia, and platelet-rich plasma treatment can improve hair density in those with hair loss; a rare case of facial Becker's nevus was linked to uneven beard growth.
research Association Between Epidermal Growth Factor and Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Gene Polymorphisms and Susceptibility to Alopecia Areata in Korean Population
Certain gene variations might increase the risk of a hair loss condition in Koreans.
research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research The Clinical Development of a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats BPH, but needs more trials to understand potential.
research Effect of Testosterone Supplementation With and Without a Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibitor on Fat-Free Mass in Men With Suppressed Testosterone Production
Testosterone's muscle-building effects do not require its conversion to DHT.
research Pharma in the Bedroom and the Kitchen: The Pharmaceuticalisation of Daily Life
The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
research Finasteride Induced Depression: A Prospective Study
Finasteride may cause slight depression and anxiety.
research Inhibition of Rat Alpha-Reductases by Finasteride: Evidence for Isozyme Differences in the Mechanism of Inhibition
Finasteride effectively blocks rat enzymes, but with varying methods and strength.
research Drug Discovery for Alopecia: Gone Today, Hair Tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
research COVID-19 and Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases: An Updated Statement from the European Society of Endocrinology
People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.
research The Hair Follicle: A Paradoxical Androgen Target Organ
Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.
research Androgen Binding Profiles of Two Distinct Nuclear Androgen Receptors in Atlantic Croaker (Micropogonias Undulatus)
Different types of androgens bind differently to two receptors, AR1 and AR2, in Atlantic croaker's brain and ovarian tissues, suggesting these receptors may control different androgen actions in fish.
research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5α-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
research Management of Hirsutism
Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
research 46,XY DSD Due to Impaired Androgen Production
Impaired androgen production in 46,XY DSDs causes ambiguous genitalia and requires long-term care.
research Steroidal 5α-Reductase and 17α-Hydroxylase/17,20-Lyase (CYP17) Inhibitors Useful in the Treatment of Prostatic Diseases
Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New steroidal compounds could be effective for treating conditions related to 5α-reductase enzyme activity.