research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
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research Specific Inhibition of FGF5-Induced Cell Proliferation by RNA Aptamers
RNA aptamers can specifically block FGF5-related cell growth, potentially treating related diseases or hair disorders.
research Insulin Promotes Corneal Nerve Repair and Wound Healing in Type 1 Diabetic Mice by Enhancing Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling
Insulin helps heal corneal wounds and nerves in diabetic mice by activating the Wnt signaling pathway.
research Novel Uses for the Anabolic Androgenic Steroids Nandrolone and Oxandrolone in the Management of Male Health
Nandrolone and oxandrolone could help treat male health issues like muscle loss and low testosterone.
research Clinical Characteristics in Taiwanese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Taiwanese women with PCOS experience different symptoms based on age, with younger women facing more hormone imbalances and older women dealing with more metabolic issues.
research Cold X5 Hairlaser Used to Treat Male Androgenic Alopecia and Hair Growth: An Uncontrolled Pilot Study
The X5 Hairlaser might help treat male hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, Potentiates Antinociceptive Effects of Morphine, Prevents the Development of Morphine Tolerance and Attenuates Abstinence Behavior in the Rat
Finasteride boosts morphine's pain relief, stops tolerance, and reduces withdrawal in rats.
research Hirsutism II: Treatment
The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.
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research Distribution of 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3[22-Oxa] In Vivo Receptor Binding in Adult and Developing Skin
OCT binds strongly to hair sheath cells and may affect skin and hair growth with fewer side effects than vitamin D3.
research Cutaneous Manifestations Associated With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause skin issues but are linked to better cancer outcomes.
research Stress-Sensing in the Human Greying Hair Follicle: Ataxia Telangiectasia Mutated (ATM) Depletion in Hair Bulb Melanocytes in Canities-Prone Scalp
Hair greying is linked to reduced ATM protein in hair cells, which protects against stress and damage.
research Menopausal Acne – Challenges And Solutions
Menopausal acne is treated with medications and lifestyle changes, but careful choice is needed due to side effects.
research Gynecologic and Andrologic Dermatology and the Metabolic Syndrome
Skin diseases linked to insulin resistance should be managed to prevent diabetes and reduce heart disease risk.
research Oral Administration of Low-Dose Bisphenol A Promotes Proliferation of Ventral Prostate and Upregulates Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Expression in Adult Rats
Low doses of BPA can increase prostate growth and change hormone levels in adult rats.
research Common Dermatologic Conditions
The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.
research The Aetiopathogenesis of Acne Vulgaris: What's New?
Acne is caused by multiple factors including oil production, bacteria, inflammation, and possibly diet and environment.
research Genetic Ablation of Myelin Protein Zero-Like 3 in Mice Increases Energy Expenditure, Improves Glycemic Control, and Reduces Hepatic Lipid Synthesis
Removing myelin protein zero-like 3 in mice leads to better metabolism and resistance to obesity.
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 Helpful Diagnostic Markers of Steroidogenesis for Defining Hyperandrogenemia in Hirsute Women
The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research Procyanidin Oligomers Counteract TGF-β1- and TGF-β2-Induced Apoptosis in Hair Epithelial Cells: An Insight into Their Mechanisms
Procyanidin compounds from apples and barley promote hair growth and prevent hair cell death.
research Dopa Oxidase Activity in Hair, Skin, and Ocular Melanocytes Is Increased in the Presence of Stressed Fibroblasts
Stressed fibroblasts greatly increase melanin production in hair, skin, and eye cells, mainly due to a growth factor called bFGF.
research Prostate-Sparing Effects in Primates of the Potent Androgen 7α-Methyl-19-Nortestosterone: A Potential Alternative to Testosterone for Androgen Replacement and Male Contraception
MENT could be a better option than testosterone for male hormone therapy and birth control because it works well at lower doses and has fewer side effects on the prostate.
research An Updated Review of the Sebaceous Gland and Its Role in Health and Diseases Part 1: Embryology, Evolution, Structure, and Function of Sebaceous Glands
Sebaceous glands in our skin, developing during pregnancy and active in puberty, produce sebum for skin lubrication, temperature control, and fighting germs, also help in hormone regulation, and their dysfunction can cause conditions like acne and hair loss.
research Induction of Hair Keratins Expression by an Annurca Apple-Based Nutraceutical Formulation in Human Follicular Cells
An apple-based supplement was found to stimulate hair protein production, which may help with hair growth.
research Relationship Between Steroid Hormones and Metabolic Profile in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Overweight women with PCOS have higher levels of certain hormones that could indicate a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.
research Effects of Pre- and Post-Pubertal Dihydrotestosterone Treatment on Penile Length in 5α-Reductase Type 2 Deficiency
Dihydrotestosterone treatment can help penis growth in boys with 5α-reductase deficiency but doesn't fully normalize size after puberty.
research Adult Acne: Prevalence and Portrayal in Primary Healthcare Patients in the Greater Porto Area, Portugal
Many adults in Porto have acne, but few know or treat it.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Addisonian Crisis in a Young Man with Atypical Anorexia Nervosa
A young man with an eating disorder had a life-threatening adrenal crisis due to an autoimmune condition, highlighting the need for better education on managing hormone treatments.
research Glutamic Acid Promotes Hair Growth in Mice
Glutamic acid helps increase hair growth in mice.