research Is There a Role for 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Transgender Individuals?
5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may not be effective or safe for transgender individuals, and more research is needed.
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research Bisphenol-A Antagonizes the Rapidly Modulating Effect of Dihydrotestosterone on Spinogenesis and Long-Term Potentiation of Hippocampal Neurons
Bisphenol-A (BPA) increases connections between brain cells and boosts their activity, but it blocks the effects of a male hormone on brain cell plasticity.
research Comparison of Spironolactone and Spironolactone Plus Metformin in the Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Both treatments reduced excessive hair growth in PCOS, but there was no difference in weight, hair score, hormone levels, or insulin resistance.
research Use of Beard Hair as a Donor Source to Camouflage Linear Scars of Follicular Unit Hair Transplant
Beard hair can effectively hide hair transplant scars.
research Patient-Controlled Expansion: Applying a New Technique to Breast Reconstruction
The new patient-controlled expansion technique for breast reconstruction is safe, efficient, and cost-effective.
research Androgens and Erythropoiesis: Induction of Erythropoietin-Hypersecretory State and Effect of Finasteride on Erythropoietin Secretion
Androgens increase EPO production, finasteride doesn't significantly impact it.
research Serum 3α-Androstanediol-Glucuronide Is Decreased in Nonhirsute Women with Acne Vulgaris
Women with acne have lower levels of a specific hormone marker than women without acne.
research Pattern Alopecia During Hormonal Anticancer Therapy in Patients with Breast Cancer
Some breast cancer patients on hormonal therapy may develop male or female pattern hair loss, which can sometimes be improved with topical treatments.
research Penetration Profile and Human Cadaver Skin Distribution of Finasteride from Vesicular Nanocarriers
Ethosomal carriers effectively deliver hair loss drug into skin.
research Hair Cycle in Dogs with Different Hair Types in a Tropical Region of Brazil
Boxer and Labrador dogs' hair growth is affected by the tropical climate, but Schnauzers' is not.
research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?
The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
research Etiology and Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss is caused by genetics and hormones, diagnosed through examination and biopsy, and treated with medications or surgery.
research Determination of Cystine and Cysteine in Altered Human Hair Fibers
Cold waving solutions quickly reduce cystine to cysteine in hair.
research Hair Follicle Changes Following Intense Pulsed Light Axillary Hair Reduction: Histometrical, Histological, and Immunohistochemical Evaluation
Intense pulsed light treatment effectively reduces underarm hair by making hair follicles smaller and extending their resting phase.
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research Synthesis of Spiro[cyclohexane-1,2'-[2H]indene] Derivatives as Inhibitors of Steroid 5α-Reductase
Compound 15a was effective in inhibiting 5α-reductase.
research An Efficient Method for Isolation of Hair Papillae and Follicle Epithelium from Human Scalp Specimens
A new method helps isolate key hair components to study hair growth and loss.
research Metabolic Effect at Six and Twelve Months of Cyproterone Acetate (2 mg) Combined with Ethinyl Estradiol (35 µg) in 31 Patients
The medication combination did not affect glucose tolerance but increased some cholesterol levels due to its estrogen component.
research A New Method of Donor Site Harvesting
A new suturing technique for hair transplant donor sites leads to better scarring and allows more grafts to be taken.
research Experimental and Computational Approaches for Measuring Minoxidil Solubility in Propylene Glycol and Water Mixtures at Different Temperatures
Minoxidil dissolves better in propylene glycol and water as temperature and propylene glycol amount increase.
research Core-Shell Nanocarriers Based on PEGylated Hydrophobic Hyperbranched Polyesters
The new nanocarriers improve how well water-insoluble drugs dissolve and allow for controlled drug release.
research Association of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in the CYP19A1 Gene with Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Chinese Population
Two gene variations, rs6493497 and rs7176005, may be linked to female hair loss in Chinese people.
research Structural Characterization of Cyclosporin A, C, and Microbial Bio-Transformed Cyclosporin A Analog AM6 Using HPLC–ESI–Ion Trap-Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a method to identify and analyze cyclosporin compounds and their structures effectively.
research Therapeutic Control of Androgen Action
Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.
research Synthesis of Minoxidil Conjugates and Their Evaluation as HL-60 Differentiation Agents
Some minoxidil combinations can help differentiate leukemia cells without harming other cells.
research Transforming Growth Factor-Alpha Immunoreactivity During Induced Hair Follicle Growth Cycles in Sheep and Ferrets
TGF-alpha is present in sheep and ferret skin and may affect hair growth without directly stimulating cell proliferation.
research Finasteride Blocks Progesterone Synthesis in MA-10 Leydig Tumor Cells
Finasteride blocks progesterone production in specific tumor cells, potentially causing side effects.
research Glioblastoma Cells Express Crucial Enzymes Involved in Androgen Synthesis: 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, 17-20α-Hydroxylase, 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase, and 5α-Reductase
Glioblastoma cells can make androgens, which might help the tumor grow.
research How to Evaluate Acne in Reproductive-Age Women: An Epidemiological Study in Chinese Communities
Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.
research Dermoscopic Pre- And Post-Treatment Evaluation In Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia On Platelet-Rich Plasma—A Prospective Study
PRP treatment improves hair count, density, and reduces hair loss in AGA patients.
research Noninflammatory, Nonpruritic Alopecia of Horses
Some horses lose hair without inflammation or itching due to various conditions, and while mainly a cosmetic issue, diagnosis requires examination and biopsies, and breeding is not advised if it's hereditary.