research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
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research The TOR–Auxin Connection Upstream of Root Hair Growth
High energy boosts root hair growth in plants, while low energy stops it.
research The Current Status of the Pharmaceutical Potential of Juniperus L. Metabolites
Juniperus plants contain compounds with potential for developing various medical treatments.
research Polygonum Multiflorum Extract Supports Hair Growth by Elongating Anagen Phase and Abrogating the Effect of Androgen in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Polygonum multiflorum extract helps hair grow longer and fights the effects of hormones that cause hair loss.
research Kinetic Analysis of LY320236: Competitive Inhibitor of Type I and Non-Competitive Inhibitor of Type II Human Steroid 5α-Reductase
LY320236 is a strong blocker of two enzymes that change testosterone into dihydrotestosterone and might help treat conditions related to male hormones.
research Increased Scalp Skin and Serum 5a-Reductase Reduced Androgens in a Man Relevant to the Acquired Progressive Kinky Hair Disorder and Developing Androgenetic Alopecia
Reduced androgens linked to kinky hair disorder and hair loss; 5a-reductase inhibitors may help.
research Finasteride Inhibits 5α-Reductase Activity in Human Dermal Fibroblasts: Prediction of Its Therapeutic Application in Androgen-Related Skin Diseases
Finasteride helps treat skin issues like acne and baldness by blocking testosterone conversion.
research The Role of Dietary Supplements in Hair Loss Treatment: A Review of Evidence
Some supplements may help with hair loss, but there's not enough strong evidence to recommend them without doctor advice.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Challenges and Opportunities in Adolescent Medicine
Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
research Association Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Metabolic Syndrome – A Case Control Study
Men with androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research 18-β-Glycyrrhetinic Acid Promotes Hair Growth by Stimulating the Proliferation of Dermal Papilla Cells and Outer Root Sheath Cells, and Extends the Anagen Phase by Inhibiting 5α-Reductase
Licorice extract helps hair growth and may treat hair loss.
research The Effect of Topical Gel Secretome Hypoxic Mesenchymal Stem Cells on IL-6 and TGF-β Gene Expression in Male Wistar Alopecia-Like Rat Models Induced by Fluconazole
SH-MSCs gel reduced IL-6 and increased TGF-β, suggesting it could treat alopecia.
research Signaling Pathways and Targeted Therapeutic Strategies for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Effective PCOS treatments require targeting specific signaling pathways.
research Mechanism of Action of Avicennia Marina Heartwood Extract and Avicequinone C on Human Dermal Papilla Cells Isolated from Androgenic Alopecia Patients
Avicennia Marina extract and avicequinone C can reduce hair loss hormone production and increase hair growth factors, suggesting they could be used to treat androgenic alopecia.
research The Experimental Study on the Effect of Herbal Extracts on Hair Growth and Acne
Rubus coreanum may help hair growth but not through the tested mechanisms, and none of the herbal extracts help with acne.
research Clinical Trial and In Vitro Study Investigating Topical Application of Zataria Multiflora Boiss. and Matricaria Chamomilla Extracts for Androgenetic Alopecia
Extracts improve hair growth in alopecia.
research Recurrent Pruritic Polymorphic Lesions Associated With Weight Loss
A man with itchy skin lesions and weight loss was diagnosed with a rare skin condition linked to a pancreatic tumor.
research Metabolite Screening of Aromatic Amine Hair Dyes Using In Vitro Hepatic Models
The tested hair dye ingredients do not form harmful oxidized metabolites in the liver.
research Environmental Pollution, Oxidative Stress, and Thioretinaco Ozonide: Effects of Glyphosate, Fluoride, and Electromagnetic Fields on Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Carcinogenesis, Atherogenesis, and Aging
Environmental pollutants like glyphosate, fluoride, and electromagnetic fields can cause health problems by damaging mitochondria and affecting metabolism.
research 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitory Potential of Solanum Nigrum for Alopecia Management
Solanum nigrum may help treat hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
research Isolation and HPLC Quantitative Determination of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors from Tectona Grandis Leaf Extract
Teak leaf extract contains compounds that could help treat hair loss.
research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research Basic Nutrition for Sports Participation, Part 2: Vitamins and Minerals
Athletes usually get enough vitamins and minerals from a healthy diet, and supplements are only needed for those with actual deficiencies.
research The Role of Nrf2 in Hearing Loss
Activating Nrf2 can help protect against hearing loss.
research Role of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in the Management of Prostate Cancer
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may lower prostate cancer risk and improve cancer screening.
research Optical Studies of Nanodiamond-Tissue Interaction: Skin Penetration and Localization
Diamond nanoparticles can penetrate skin and reach hair follicles, useful for imaging applications.
research Update on Melasma—Part I: Pathogenesis
Melasma's causes include genetics, sun exposure, hormones, and oxidative stress, and understanding these can help create better treatments.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Assessment of Metabolic Drug Interaction Potential of Dutasteride with Ketoconazole
Taking Dutasteride with Ketoconazole can increase Dutasteride's effects and side effects.
research Melandrium Firmum Extract Promotes Hair Growth by Modulating 5α-Reductase Activity and Gene Expression in C57BL/6J Mice
Melandrium firmum extract helps mice grow hair by blocking a hair loss enzyme and changing hair growth genes.