research Oral Retinoids in Dermatology
Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
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research A Pilot Study to Evaluate Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males
Botulinum toxin was found to be a safe and effective treatment for male pattern baldness in a small test, but more research is needed.
research Untargeted Metabolomics and Steroid Signatures in Urine of Male Pattern Baldness Patients After Finasteride Treatment for a Year
Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Explaining the Gynecological Aspects and Treatment Options to Patients
Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.
research Cyclooxygenases in the Skin: Pharmacological and Toxicological Implications
Blocking COX, especially COX-2, in the skin can reduce inflammation and pain and may help prevent skin cancer.
research The Role of Fractional Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery in Enhancing the Efficacy of Topical Bimatoprost Solution in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: An Intra-Patient Comparative Randomized Clinical Trial
Using a laser with bimatoprost solution works better for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than bimatoprost alone.
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 Bioengineered Plants as a Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Genetically modified plants could be an important source of omega-3 fats to meet global needs.
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 Comprehensive Transcriptome Profiling Between Balding and Non-Balding Scalp of Female Pattern Hair Loss in Asian
SFRP2 and PTGDS may be key factors in female hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Male pattern baldness involves genetics, hormones, and needs better treatments.
research Stem Cell Factor/c-Kit Signaling in Normal and Androgenetic Alopecia Hair Follicles
SCF and c-Kit decrease in AGA hair follicles, possibly affecting hair pigmentation and growth.
research Topical Minoxidil-Loaded Nanotechnology Strategies for Alopecia
Nanotechnology improves minoxidil treatment for hair loss.
research Finasteride Interferes with Prostaglandin-Induced CatSper Signalling in Human Sperm
Finasteride may affect male fertility by interfering with specific sperm signaling.
research Genetic and Molecular Aspects of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
research Simultaneous Determination of Androgens and Prostaglandins in Human Urine Using Ultra-High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a quick and accurate method to measure hormones in urine, confirming a baldness treatment's effectiveness without altering hormone levels.
research Editor's Evaluation: Role of Distinct Fibroblast Lineages and Immune Cells in Dermal Repair Following UV Radiation-Induced Tissue Damage
Different types of sun exposure damage skin cells and immune cells, with chronic exposure leading to more severe and lasting damage.
research Multi-Therapies in Androgenetic Alopecia: Review and Clinical Experiences
Multiple treatments work best for hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Combing the Hair Follicle Signaling Pathways for New Therapeutic Targets and More Effective Treatment Options
New treatments for hair loss may target specific pathways and generate new hair follicles.
research Emerging Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia
New treatments for progressive hair loss in aging men are being developed, including targeted medical therapies, light therapy, plasma injections, and robotic hair transplantation.
research The Role of Prostaglandins in Androgenetic Alopecia
Prostaglandins may contribute to male hair loss; targeting them could help treat it.
research Efficacy of an Oral Ageratum Conyzoides Formulation on Increasing Hair Growth and Decreasing Hair Loss in Males and Females: A Randomised Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study
Ageratum Conyzoides, when taken orally, can effectively reduce hair loss and improve hair growth.
research After Skin Wounding, Noncoding dsRNA Coordinates Prostaglandins and WNT7b to Promote Regeneration
Double stranded RNA helps skin wounds heal by coordinating specific proteins and signaling pathways.
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 Eyelash Preservation During Chemotherapy and Topical Prostaglandin Therapy
A woman kept her eyelashes during chemotherapy possibly because of her glaucoma eye drops.
research The Physiological and Pharmacological Roles of Prostaglandins in Hair Growth
Targeting the PGD2-DP2 pathway may help treat hair loss.
research Alopecia Areata: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Hair Follicular Expression and Function of Group X Secreted Phospholipase A2 in Mouse Skin
sPLA2-X is crucial for normal hair growth and follicle health.
research Lifestyle and Adiponectin Level: Four-Year Follow-Up of Controlled Trials
Prostaglandins may protect hair follicles during chemotherapy.
research Dermatological Medications and Local Therapeutics During Pregnancy
Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.