research Clues About The Causes Of Male Pattern Baldness
A substance called prostaglandin D2 is linked to stopping hair growth in men with common baldness.
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research Biochemical and Structural Characteristics, Gene Regulation, Physiological, Pathological and Clinical Features of Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase as a Multifunctional Lipocalin
Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase (L-PGDS) is a protein that plays many roles in the body, including sleep regulation, pain management, food intake, and protection against harmful substances. It also affects fat metabolism, glucose intolerance, cell maturation, and is involved in various diseases like diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. It can influence sex organ development and embryonic cell differentiation, and its levels can be used as a diagnostic marker for certain conditions.
research Prostanoids and Hair Follicles: Implications for Therapy of Hair Disorders
Prostanoids, like prostaglandins and thromboxane A2, can both enhance and inhibit hair growth, and understanding their effects could help treat hair disorders.
research Medical Therapies
Combination therapies might work better for some vitiligo patients, but results vary.
research Serum Levels of Lead and Selenium in Patients with Premature Graying of the Hair
Lead and selenium levels don't cause premature graying.
research Topical Diclofenac 3% Gel for Actinic Keratosis May Induce Terminal Hair in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Report of Three Cases
Using a gel called Diclofenac can potentially cause hair to grow back in bald spots in older men.
research Aldo-Keto Reductase (AKR) 1C3 Inhibitors: A Patent Review
The review suggests that while many AKR1C3 inhibitors show promise for treating certain cancers, more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness in humans.
research Long-Term Differential Changes in Mouse Intestinal Metabolomics After Gamma and Heavy Ion Radiation Exposure
Heavy ion radiation has a more severe and long-lasting effect on mouse intestinal metabolites than gamma radiation.
research After Skin Wounding, Noncoding dsRNA Coordinates Prostaglandins and Wnts to Promote Regeneration
After skin is damaged, noncoding dsRNA helps prostaglandins and Wnts work together to repair tissue and promote hair growth.
research Prostaglandin Analogs for Hair Growth: Great Expectations
Prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost might help grow hair on the scalp and body.
research Application of Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine
Stem cells and their exosomes show promise for repairing tissues and healing wounds when delivered effectively, but more research is needed on their tracking and optimal use.
research Hair Microscopy: An Easy Adjunct to Diagnosis of Systemic Diseases in Children
Hair microscopy is a simple and cost-effective method to help diagnose systemic diseases in children.
research Alopecia Areata: Autoimmune Nature, Genetic Associations, and Treatments
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease with genetic links, treatable with certain medications, and can affect mental health.
research Enzymes
Enzymes are classified into six types and are essential for many biological processes, with only a few targeted by drugs.
research Premature Graying of Hair: Ayurveda Perspective
Ayurveda can help treat premature hair graying with lifestyle changes and herbal remedies.
research Hair Growth Promoting Effects of 15-Hydroxyprostaglandin Dehydrogenase Inhibitor in Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells
The inhibitor DPP can promote hair growth.
research Developmental Mapping of Hair Follicles in the Embryonic Stages of Cashmere Goats Using Proteomic and Metabolomic Construction
Hair follicle development in cashmere goats involves dynamic changes in proteins and metabolites, with key roles for oxytocin, MAPK, and Ca2+ pathways.
research An Updated Etiology of Hair Loss and the New Cosmeceutical Paradigm in Therapy: Clearing the Big Eight Strikes
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
research Drug Repurposing: A Promising Approach for Patients With Angina and Non-Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease (ANOCA)
Using existing drugs for new purposes could be a cost-effective way to treat chest pain and non-clogged heart arteries, with some drugs for lung blood pressure showing promise but needing more testing.
research Minoxidil to Treat Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Minoxidil, originally a blood pressure medication, is effective in treating hair loss in men and women, with different strengths recommended for each.
research Pharmacokinetics of a Transdermal Testosterone Cream in Healthy Postmenopausal Women
A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.
research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5α-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
research A New Topical Formulation of Minoxidil and Finasteride Improves Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
MorrF improves hair growth better than minoxidil alone.
research Complementarity and Balance of Dietary Protein and Lipid Intake
Vegetable protein lowers cholesterol and protein deficiency can cause health issues.
research Evaluation of Bioequivalence of Five 0.1 mg Dutasteride Capsules Compared to One 0.5 mg Dutasteride Capsule: A Randomized Study in Healthy Male Volunteers
Taking five small dutasteride capsules is the same as taking one larger capsule.
research Antibacterial And Antifungal Activity Of Hedyotis Corymbosa, Inula Racemose, Holostemma Adakodien Medicinal Plants
The essential oils from Hedyotis corymbosa, Inula racemose, and Holostemma adakodien have significant antibacterial and antifungal properties.
research Anthocyanin as Colorectal Anticancer: A Brief Review
Anthocyanins from fruits and vegetables may help prevent and treat colorectal cancer safely.