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Women with pattern hair loss often have higher blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and waist size, suggesting a link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome.
![Androgen sensitivity gateway to <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 disease severity](/images/research/0b8219f7-cbe8-4619-9296-fee946e40627/small/17474.jpg)
research Androgen sensitivity gateway to COVID ‐19 disease severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
![Basics of androgen synthesis and action](/images/research/34880441-f7d5-4a5e-be45-0b7b5f05fc8f/small/32706.jpg)
research Basics of androgen synthesis and action
Androgens like testosterone are important hormones for both men and women, made differently in each sex and affecting the body by regulating genes and quick interactions with cell components.
![Clinical biochemistry of dihydrotestosterone](/images/research/5c4c9ea2-a846-4f22-8202-82681de69d8c/small/14494.jpg)
research Clinical biochemistry of dihydrotestosterone
Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.
![Aldosterone- and cortisol-cosecreting adrenal adenoma, ovarian hyperthecosis and breast cancer](/images/research/5be5ee4c-68ba-4176-9ed1-31087ba2ba7d/small/13307.jpg)
research Aldosterone- and cortisol-cosecreting adrenal adenoma, ovarian hyperthecosis and breast cancer
The conclusion is that thorough investigation of hypertension and hormonal dysfunctions is important, and there may be a link between these conditions and cancer.
![Rat steroid 5α-reductase kinetic characteristics: Extreme pH-dependency of the type II isozyme in prostate and epididymis homogenates](/images/research/f2c4e96d-f71e-4586-bc90-5fd4ec95b664/small/21049.jpg)
research Rat steroid 5α-reductase kinetic characteristics: Extreme pH-dependency of the type II isozyme in prostate and epididymis homogenates
The activity of a specific rat enzyme in the prostate and epididymis is highly dependent on the acidity level.
![Copper Deficiency a New Reason of Androgenetic Alopecia?](/images/research/f261bead-9186-4f92-a611-e52d9b8503da/small/3458.jpg)
research Copper Deficiency a New Reason of Androgenetic Alopecia?
Copper deficiency may cause hair loss, and treating it could involve nutrition and hormones.
![Prostate-specific antigen as a diagnostic marker in female hyperandrogenism](/images/research/78b34b00-a658-4253-a53f-8ecd9730893f/small/19023.jpg)
research Prostate-specific antigen as a diagnostic marker in female hyperandrogenism
PSA could be a marker for hyperandrogenism in women, but more research is needed.
![Dermatologic manifestations of endocrine disorders](/images/research/d4b17474-4cd8-405d-b410-acd3dd53309e/small/18124.jpg)
research Dermatologic manifestations of endocrine disorders
Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
![Applications of steroid drugs entrapped in cyclodextrins](/images/research/ec4f60bc-40e9-4b18-affa-cab09cbce21c/small/12163.jpg)
research Applications of steroid drugs entrapped in cyclodextrins
Cyclodextrins improve how steroid drugs work and are used in marketed medications and environmental applications.
![Skin and glucocorticoids: effects of local skin glucocorticoid impairment on skin homeostasis](/images/research/7dd274bf-2f02-4c59-9803-d42c3a15340e/small/18767.jpg)
research Skin and glucocorticoids: effects of local skin glucocorticoid impairment on skin homeostasis
Local skin glucocorticoid production is crucial for healthy skin, and its disruption can lead to skin diseases.
![Post-finasteride syndrome – does it really exist?](/images/research/c53d50b6-3980-4dfa-8f9c-c9fd00cb0d0f/small/4461.jpg)
research Post-finasteride syndrome – does it really exist?
Post-finasteride syndrome's existence is uncertain; more research needed.
![Plasma β‐Endorphin Concentrations During Natural and Artificially Induced Winter Hair Growth in Mink (<i>Mustela vison</i>)](/images/research/d78d43b8-48c3-482e-83ec-3be1c86b1b92/small/35012.jpg)
research Plasma β‐Endorphin Concentrations During Natural and Artificially Induced Winter Hair Growth in Mink (Mustela vison)
Melatonin and cortisol affect mink winter hair growth, but β-endorphin levels do not.
![The Impact of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitors (5α-RIs) on Male Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being](/images/research/43025135-4da9-4cc2-b696-f0eeac6eaf75/small/18617.jpg)
research The Impact of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitors (5α-RIs) on Male Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
![Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias](/images/research/aa7caa2b-4251-45fe-95b3-9c4f81051f02/small/27587.jpg)
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias
The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
![Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology](/images/research/06efeaf1-b8e5-4d80-8332-872541c6b231/small/13527.jpg)
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.
![Rapid Blood Pressure Control With Minoxidil](/images/research/340e2140-e86d-4c4c-bbdd-c6afb348ff1d/small/1786.jpg)
research Rapid Blood Pressure Control With Minoxidil
Minoxidil effectively lowers blood pressure and initially increases plasma renin activity without raising aldosterone levels.
![Post-finasteride syndrome](/images/research/8edc3389-299c-48b8-b8b8-9d23d7211b6c/small/4814.jpg)
research Post-finasteride syndrome
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical symptoms; use with caution.
![Epicardial Fat Thickness in Children with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia](/images/research/bc5d798c-78d7-47b4-8326-2ad27afb6c5e/small/17729.jpg)
research Epicardial Fat Thickness in Children with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and are at higher risk for heart problems and early atherosclerosis.
![Cardiometabolic risk factors in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia](/images/research/17cafbf0-2a1d-4be3-8df7-48147b93cb8b/small/13517.jpg)
research Cardiometabolic risk factors in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have higher risk for heart and metabolic problems.
![TCM “medicine and food homology” in the management of post-COVID disorders](/images/research/8c213316-e7fe-4a4d-a252-e0848f8f4762/small/36883.jpg)
research TCM “medicine and food homology” in the management of post-COVID disorders
Traditional Chinese medicinal foods may help manage long-term post-COVID symptoms.
![Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency : A Case Report](/images/research/291feb84-64dd-436b-9a62-eeeada5e4224/small/34809.jpg)
research Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency : A Case Report
A man's health improved after treating his undiagnosed adrenal insufficiency, which caused fatigue and weight loss.
![Epicardial fat thickness in children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia](/images/research/ecc99e68-e918-4f7f-bc68-a923c41dab4d/small/17841.jpg)
research Epicardial fat thickness in children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and more heart and blood vessel risk factors, especially if their condition is not well-controlled.
![Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias](/images/research/efbe0790-36a3-4579-aedf-a720aaed8ebf/small/27451.jpg)
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias
Different types of hair loss in dogs and cats have various causes and treatments, with outcomes ranging from good to uncertain.
![Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias](/images/research/1f5adf9e-a24d-4bb1-88d9-8c695309d10a/small/27524.jpg)
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias
Alopecia in animals can be hereditary, congenital, or acquired, with treatments and outcomes varying widely.
research Remission in Cushing disease with cabergoline
Cabergoline helped a boy with Cushing disease get better after surgery and radiotherapy didn't work.
research Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It’s Time to Sound the Alarm
![Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today](/images/research/abf0dc52-2833-412e-b369-120dea73f95d/small/16849.jpg)
research Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today
Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.