research Hair as a Retrospective Calendar of Cortisol Production—Increased Cortisol Incorporation into Hair in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Hair cortisol levels can show increased stress during late pregnancy but only for up to six months.
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research The Neurobiology of Sexual Function
Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.
research An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research Hair Follicles Contribute Significantly to Penetration Through Human Skin Only Shortly After Application as a Solvent Deposited Solid in Humans
Hair follicles greatly increase caffeine absorption through the skin shortly after it's applied.
research The Dark Art of Light Measurement: Accurate Radiometry for Low-Level Light Therapy
Most low-level light therapy studies did not accurately report how light was measured, affecting treatment reliability.
research Phenotypic Profiling of Parents With Cryptic Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Findings in 145 Unrelated Families
Some parents have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia without symptoms, and they usually don't need treatment.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.
research Profile of Dermatological Consultations in Brazil (2018)
In Brazil in 2018, the most common skin issues were acne, photoaging, and nonmelanoma skin cancer, with treatments often including topical medications and sunscreen.
research Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry
The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
research The Diagnosis of Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Based on Serum Basal or Post-ACTH Stimulation 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Can Lead to False-Positive Diagnosis
Using 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels to diagnose nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia can result in many incorrect diagnoses.
research Optimization of LC Method for the Determination of Testosterone and Epitestosterone in Urine Samples for Biomedical and Anti-Doping Research
Researchers developed a reliable method to measure testosterone and epitestosterone in urine for medical and anti-doping use.
research Relating Neurosteroid Modulation of Inhibitory Neurotransmission to Behavior
Neurosteroids can influence behavior by modulating brain inhibition, with potential for treating psychiatric disorders.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase 2 Deficiency Leads to Reduced Dominance-Related and Impulse-Control Behaviors
Mice lacking steroid 5α-reductase 2 show less aggression and better impulse control.
research Hair Sampling for Cortisol Analysis with Mother-Toddler Dyads Living in Low-Income Homes
Collecting hair for cortisol analysis is possible in low-income mother-toddler pairs.
research Early Dengue Virus Infection in Human Skin: A Cycle of Inflammation and Infectivity
Chicken feather gene mutation helps understand human hair disorders.
research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient’s Overall Hair Loss
Some supplements and hormones can increase hair loss by raising DHT levels.
research Toxoplasma Gondii Infection and Testosterone Alteration: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses
Toxoplasma gondii infection may increase testosterone levels in males.
research Detection of Cortisol, Estradiol, and Testosterone in Archaeological Human Hair from the Dakhleh Oasis, Egypt
Ancient hair can preserve hormones, revealing health and fertility insights.
research Is It Getting in the Hair? Cortisol Concentrations in Native, Regrown, and Segmented Hairs of Cattle and Pigs After Repeated ACTH Administrations
Hair cortisol is a reliable stress indicator in cattle but may not be valid for pigs.
research Study on the Sexual Attractiveness of Male Beard and Female Long Hair to the Opposite Sex
Beards and long hair may affect how attractive someone is to the opposite sex.
research The Effects of Magnesium Supplementation on Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Alopecia, Quality of Life, and Acne in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Magnesium supplements improved quality of life for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, but didn't help with acne, hair loss, or abnormal bleeding.
research Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activity, And Potential Health Benefits Of Glycyrrhiza Glabra
Licorice has many health benefits but should be used carefully due to possible side effects.
research Analysis of Hair Cortisol as an Indicator of Chronic Stress in Pigs in Two Different Farrowing Systems
Pigs in farrowing crates and loose-housing systems showed no difference in chronic stress levels as measured by hair cortisol.
research Cell Death in Skin Function, Inflammation, and Disease
Different types of cell death affect skin health and inflammation, and understanding them could improve treatments for skin diseases.
research Within-Person Changes of Cortisol, Dehydroepiandrosterone, Testosterone, Estradiol, and Progesterone in Hair Across Pregnancy, with Comparison to a Non-Pregnant Reference Group
Hormone levels in hair change during pregnancy, with progesterone increasing significantly compared to non-pregnant women.
research The Need for Speed and Efficiency: A Brief Review of Small Molecule Antivirals for COVID-19
Some small molecule antivirals show promise against COVID-19, but more research is needed to understand and improve them.
research Abstracts From The 55th European Society Of Human Genetics Conference: E-Posters
Rare ULBP3 gene changes may raise the risk of Alopecia areata, a certain FAS gene deletion could cause a dysfunctional protein in an immune disorder, and having one copy of a specific genetic deletion is okay, but two copies cause sickle cell disease.
research Neurobiology, Stem Cell Biology, and Immunology: An Emerging Triad for Understanding Tissue Homeostasis and Repair
The nervous system helps control stem cell behavior and immune responses, affecting tissue repair and maintenance.
research Thallium - Poisoner’s Poison: An Overview and Review of Current Knowledge on the Toxicological Effects and Mechanisms
Thallium is highly toxic, causing severe health issues, and Prussian blue is the best antidote.