research 5α-Reductases in Human Physiology: An Unfolding Story
Enzymes called 5α-reductases have many body functions and need more research to safely use inhibitors.
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research Selective Non-Steroidal Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase Type 1
Selective non-steroidal inhibitors of 5α-reductase type 1 can help treat DHT-related disorders.
research ATP-Dependent Chromatin Remodeling During Mammalian Development
ATP-dependent chromatin-remodeling complexes are crucial for gene regulation, cell differentiation, and organ development in mammals.
research Immediate and Delayed Complications of Dexamethasone Cyclophosphamide Pulse Therapy
DCP therapy causes side effects like weakness, flushing, headaches, and taste changes, but less frequently causes hypertension and diabetes.
research The Role of Oral Contraceptives in the Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.
research Complementarity and Balance of Dietary Protein and Lipid Intake
Vegetable protein lowers cholesterol and protein deficiency can cause health issues.
research Melatonin in the Skin: Synthesis, Metabolism, and Functions
Melatonin in the skin helps protect against damage from stress and UV rays, and could be used to treat certain skin conditions.
research The Possible Role of Prescribing Medications in Contributing to Male-Factor Infertility: Assessment of the FDA Pharmacovigilance Database
Some medications might contribute to male infertility, with finasteride showing a high number of reports.
research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
research Optimization of LC Method for the Determination of Testosterone and Epitestosterone in Urine Samples for Biomedical and Anti-Doping Research
Researchers developed a reliable method to measure testosterone and epitestosterone in urine for medical and anti-doping use.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma—An 'Elixir' for Treatment of Alopecia: Personal Experience on 117 Patients with Review of Literature
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a simple, cost-effective treatment that promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss, with high patient satisfaction.
research Steroidogenesis of the Testis: New Genes and Pathways
New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.
research Middle East Medicinal Plants in the Treatment of Diabetes: A Review
Some Middle Eastern plants may help treat diabetes and could be alternatives to current drugs, but more research is needed.
research Current Perspectives on the Physiological Activities of Fermented Soybean-Derived Cheonggukjang
Cheonggukjang may help prevent and manage various diseases and improve overall health, but its odor and safety concerns need addressing.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.
research Pathobiology Questions Raised by Telogen Effluvium and Trichodynia in COVID-19 Patients
COVID-19 may cause hair loss and scalp pain due to inflammation and changes in hair follicle receptors, but these symptoms typically resolve in 2 to 4 months.
research Central Precocious Puberty Secondary to Peripheral Precocious Puberty Due to a Pineal Germ Cell Tumor: A Case and Review of Literature
A pineal tumor caused a boy's early puberty, which changed from peripheral to central after treatment.
research Effect of Solvent on Stereoselectivity in Pd/C (Type 39K)-Catalyzed Hydrogenation of Methyl 3-Oxo-4-Aza-5-Androstene-17-Carboxylate, a Key Intermediate for Finasteride and Dutasteride
Alcoholic solvent improves selectivity in key intermediate for finasteride and dutasteride synthesis.
research What's Getting Under Your Skin? A Study on Skin Conditions in Men
The document emphasizes early detection and treatment of men's skin conditions and recommends protective measures and appropriate treatments for different age groups.
research Cutaneous Metabolism of Vitamin B-6
An enzyme other than TNAP might be responsible for vitamin B-6 metabolism in the skin.
research Topical Delivery of Atraric Acid Derived From Stereocaulon Japonicum With Enhanced Skin Permeation and Hair Regrowth Activity for Androgenic Alopecia
AA–TF#15 significantly promotes hair regrowth and could be an effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.
research Stem-Cell Clinics in the UK: A Web-Based Study
UK stem-cell clinics often mislead about treatment safety and effectiveness, needing better regulation.
research Novel Type 1 5a-Reductase Inhibitors With Antiproliferative Potential On LNCaP Cells
New compounds may help treat prostate cancer by reducing cell growth.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research A Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review on Cynomorium Songaricum as Functional and Medicinal Food
Cynomorium songaricum has many health benefits and could help with hair regrowth.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: A True Clinical Entity?
research Mitochondrial Dysfunction in an Animal Model of Diabetic Neuropathy Is Associated with a Reduction of Neurosteroid Synthesis
Diabetic neuropathy in mice is linked to poor mitochondria function and lower brain hormone production.
research Stress-Related Skin Disorders
Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.
research Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry
The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
research Folklore Herbal Plants as a Safe and Natural Hair Depilatories
Herbal depilatories are safer and cause fewer side effects than chemical ones for hair removal.