research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
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research Cutaneous Application of Alpha-Methylspermidine Activates the Growth of Resting Hair Follicles in Mice
Putting α-methylspermidine on mouse skin can start hair growth.
research Eclipta Alba Extract With Potential For Hair Growth Promoting Activity
Eclipta alba extract may help hair grow similarly to Minoxidil.
research Alopecia Areata During Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy
A woman's hair loss during treatment with specific hepatitis C drugs grew back after stopping the medication.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Perspective and an Insight into Pathogenesis
Alopecia areata causes hair loss due to an immune attack on hair follicles, influenced by genetics and environment.
research In Vitro Analysis of Finasteride Activity Against Candida Albicans Urinary Biofilm Formation and Filamentation
Finasteride effectively prevents biofilm formation and treats preformed biofilms, but requires high doses.
research Androgen Effects in Mammals
Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.
research L-Carnitine-L-Tartrate Promotes Human Hair Growth In Vitro
L-Carnitine-L-tartrate may help hair grow and prevent hair loss.
research Cutaneous Drug Reaction Case Reports
Various drugs caused different skin reactions, including allergic and inflammatory responses.
research Testosterone Metabolism in Human Skin Cells In Vitro and Its Interaction with Estradiol and Dutasteride
Different skin cells process testosterone differently, and certain drugs can change this process, possibly helping treat acne and hair loss.
research Non-Rash Skin Toxicities Associated with Novel Targeted Therapies
Early recognition and management of skin side effects from new cancer therapies can prevent treatment delays.
research Stem Cells in the Body
Stem cells regenerate tissues and their behavior varies by environment, suggesting the hematopoietic system model may need revision.
research Therapeutic Indications and Use-Case-Driven Updates in the Drug Ontology: Anti-Malarials, Anti-Hypertensives, Opioid Analgesics, and a Large Term Request
The Drug Ontology was updated to better classify drugs for hypertension, malaria, and opioid abuse, and to allow for more accurate research queries.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Recombinant Cytokine Therapy
Recombinant cytokine therapy can cause skin reactions ranging from mild to severe.
research Early Postnatal Allopregnanolone Levels Alteration and Adult Behavioral Disruption in Rats: Implications for Drug Abuse
Changing allopregnanolone levels in baby rats affects their adult behavior and alcohol use.
research Does Prolactin Play a Role in Skin Biology and Pathology?
Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.
research Male Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgens contribute to common male hair loss; more research needed for hair growth medication.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2012 Objectives and Design Update
The Rotterdam Study updated its design and objectives in 2012, providing insights into various diseases in the elderly, including skin cancer, bone health, liver disease, neurological and psychiatric conditions, and respiratory issues.
research Alopecia Induced in Young Mice by Exposure to Excess Dietary Zinc
Too much zinc in the diet can cause hair loss and color change in young mice by reducing copper in the body.
research Vitamins
High doses of certain vitamins can cause serious side effects and health risks.
research Graft-Versus-Host Disease: Comprehensive Overview by the American Academy of Dermatology
Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.
research Topically Used Herbal Products for the Treatment of Hair Loss: Preclinical and Clinical Studies
Herbal products might promote hair growth with fewer side effects, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Molecular Genetic and Endocrine Mechanisms of Hair Growth
Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.
research Enhanced Topical Delivery of Finasteride Using Glyceryl Monooleate-Based Liquid Crystalline Nanoparticles Stabilized by Cremophor Surfactants
Improved hair loss treatment using special particles and surfactants.
research Epidemiology and Management of Acne in Adult Women
Many adult women suffer from persistent or late-onset acne, and while various treatments exist, finding the right one can be challenging.
research Medical Dermatologic Conditions in Transgender Women
Hormone therapy in transgender women can affect hair growth and acne, and there are specific skin issues related to gender-affirming surgery, but more research is needed on their dermatological health.
research The PDGF/PDGFR Pathway as a Drug Target
The PDGF/PDGFR pathway is a potential drug target with mixed success in treating various diseases, including some cancers and fibrosis.
research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens
Different women's hair and skin glands respond to hormones in varied ways, which can cause unwanted hair growth even with normal hormone levels, and more research is needed to treat this effectively.
research Cutaneous Syndromes Produced as Side Effects of Triparanol Therapy
Triparanol therapy can cause hair loss and skin dryness without inflammation or damage to hair follicles or skin structures.