research Clinical and Hormonal Effects of the 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.
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research Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology
Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.
research Androgen Receptors Are Only Present in Mesenchyme-Derived Dermal Papilla Cells of Red Deer Neck Follicles When Raised Androgens Induce a Mane in the Breeding Season
Red deer only have androgen receptors in neck hair cells for mane growth during breeding season.
research An Update of the Pathogenesis of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: What Does the Current Evidence Tell Us?
The current understanding of frontal fibrosing alopecia involves immune, genetic, hormonal factors, and possibly environmental triggers, but more research is needed for effective treatments.
research Hormonal Therapy in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research What Is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?
Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.
research The Modern Management of Hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research Clinical Updates in Hair
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
research Physiopathological Role of the Enzymatic Complex 5α-Reductase and 3α/β-Hydroxysteroid Oxidoreductase in the Generation of Progesterone and Testosterone Neuroactive Metabolites
The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
research Discovery of a Novel Hybrid from Finasteride and Epristeride as 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
New hybrid compound found to effectively prevent hair loss.
research A Comparative Study of a New Food Supplement, Viviscal, with Fish Extract for the Treatment of Hereditary Androgenic Alopecia in Young Males
ViviScal®, a food supplement, was found to be highly effective in treating hereditary hair loss in young males, while fish extract showed no impact.
research New Biomarkers to Evaluate Hyperandrogenemic Women and Hypogonadal Men
The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.
research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Testosterone-Like Immunoreactivity in Hair Measured in Minute Sample Amounts: A Competitive Radioimmunoassay with an Adequate Limit of Detection
The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
research 25 Years of Estrogen Receptor Beta: A Personal Journey
ERβ has potential in treating prostate cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, but human studies are needed before clinical use.
research Endocrine Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy: Current Concepts
New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
research Androgens in Women: Critical Evaluation of Methods for Their Determination in Diagnosing Endocrine Disorders
The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.
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 Testosterone Treatment in Women: An Overview
Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.
research Androgenetic Alopecia And Hair Growth Promotion: Present And Future
Current research explores hair growth drugs, while future research aims for personalized treatments.
research TR3 Is Preferentially Expressed by Bulge Epithelial Stem Cells in Human Hair Follicles
TR3 is mainly found in hair follicle stem cells and may be involved in hair loss.
research Deoxycorticosterone’s Anticonvulsant Effects in Infant Rats Are Blocked by Finasteride, but Not by Indomethacin
Finasteride blocks deoxycorticosterone's anticonvulsant effects in infant rats, but indomethacin doesn't.
research An Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
research A 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, Finasteride, Increases Differentiation and Proliferation of Embryonal Carcinoma Cell-Derived Neural Cells
research The Involvement of Androgens in Human Hair Growth
Androgens play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness and excessive hairiness.
research Early Postnatal Allopregnanolone Levels Alteration and Adult Behavioral Disruption in Rats: Implications for Drug Abuse
Changing allopregnanolone levels in baby rats affects their adult behavior and alcohol use.
research The Impact of Obesity on the Folliculosebaceous Unit
Obesity may worsen hair loss in men and increase hirsutism in overweight or obese individuals, with weight loss recommended for treatment.
research Role of Diet in Acne
Eating nuts, chocolate candy, and red tea might worsen acne, while eating more fresh vegetables could reduce it.
research Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS affects many women, causing various symptoms and health risks, and is managed through lifestyle changes, medication, and support groups.
research Chapter 14: Principles of Drug Metabolism
Drug metabolism affects how long a drug works, its interactions, activation, and toxicity, and is influenced by genetics, diet, illness, and other drugs.