research Genetic Variation at the MC1R Locus and the Time Since Loss of Human Body Hair
Humans lost body hair relatively recently in evolution.
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research Microneedles as the Technique of Drug Delivery Enhancement in Diverse Organs and Tissues
Microneedles improve drug delivery in various body parts, are safe and painless, and show promise in cosmetology, vaccination, insulin delivery, and other medical applications.
research Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Melatonin and the Hair Follicle
Melatonin helps regulate hair growth and protects the hair follicle from stress.
research Fetal Skin Wound Healing
Fetal skin heals without scarring due to unique cells and processes not present in adult skin healing.
research Safety of Testosterone Treatment in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.
research Prostate Cancer Prevention
Prostate cancer prevention includes diet changes, supplements, and medications, with more answers expected soon.
research Drug Discovery for Alopecia: Gone Today, Hair Tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
research Emerging Nonmetabolic Functions of Skin Fat
Skin fat has important roles in hair growth, skin repair, immune defense, and aging, and could be targeted for skin and hair treatments.
research The Pharmacology of Regenerative Medicine
Regenerative pharmacology, which combines drugs with regenerative medicine, shows promise for repairing damaged body parts and needs more interdisciplinary research.
research Curtailing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review of International Evidence-Based Guidelines and Implications
Lifestyle changes are the main treatment for PCOS, which is a complex condition requiring early management to reduce its health impacts.
research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F2α Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2α) Research and Therapeutics
New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
research Microencapsulated Cell Tracking
Microencapsulation helps protect and track therapeutic cells, showing promise for treating various diseases, but more work is needed to improve the technology.
research Mammalian Fetal Organ Regeneration
Fetal wounds heal without scarring because of different biological factors, which could help improve adult wound healing.
research A Bald Statement: Current Approaches to Manipulate Miniaturization Focus Only on Promoting Hair Growth
The conclusion is that future hair loss treatments should target the root causes of hair thinning, not just promote hair growth.
research The Hair Follicle: An Underutilized Source of Cells and Materials for Regenerative Medicine
Hair follicles are valuable for regenerative medicine and wound healing.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Pathophysiology, Genetics, and Management
Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic disorder causing hormone imbalances, affecting fertility and requiring personalized treatment.
research Cloning of the Human Phenol Sulfotransferase Gene Family: Three Genes Implicated in the Metabolism of Catecholamines, Thyroid Hormones, and Drugs
Scientists identified three genes important for processing certain brain chemicals, thyroid hormones, and medications.
research Ganoderma Lucidum as an Inhibitor of Testosterone-Induced Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats
Ganoderma lucidum may help treat enlarged prostate in rats.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis, Genetic Factors, and Treatments Using Mouse Models
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research Ovarian Hormones and Adrenal Androgens During a Woman's Life Span
Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.
research Chronic Treatment with Minoxidil Induces Elastic Fiber Neosynthesis and Functional Improvement in the Aorta of Aged Mice
Minoxidil treatment increases aorta elasticity and reduces stiffness in aged mice, potentially helping with age-related heart issues.
research Recombinant Human Hepatitis B Vaccine Initiating Alopecia Areata: Testing the Hypothesis Using the C3H/HeJ Mouse Model
The hepatitis B vaccine did not cause hair loss in the tested mice.
research Stem Cell Rejuvenation and the Role of Autophagy in Age Retardation by Caloric Restriction: An Update
Eating less can slow aging and help keep stem cells healthy by cleaning out damaged cell parts.
research The Stumptailed Macaque as a Model for Baldness: Effects of Minoxidil
Minoxidil promotes hair regrowth in early baldness stages and prevents baldness in non-bald scalps.
research PCOS: Update and Diagnostic Approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Detailed Review of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.
research Progress and Prospects: Gene Therapy for Performance and Appearance Enhancement
Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
research The Effects of Topical Diazoxide on Hair Follicular Growth and Physiology of the Stumptailed Macaque
Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
research Clinical Development of Topoisomerase-Interactive Drugs
New drugs targeting DNA enzymes show promise for cancer treatment but have side effects like immune system suppression and hair loss.