research Association of Spironolactone Use With Risk of Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Spironolactone does not increase cancer risk and may lower prostate cancer risk, but more research is needed.
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120-150 / 1000+ results 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 Efficacy and Safety of Topical Finasteride Spray Solution for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Phase III, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial
Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
research Open-Label, Randomized, Multicenter, Phase III Study Comparing Oral Paclitaxel Plus Encequidar Versus Intravenous Paclitaxel in Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Oral paclitaxel plus encequidar improved tumor response and caused less neuropathy but more serious infections than intravenous paclitaxel.
research Finasteride Use and Risk of Male Breast Cancer: A Case-Control Study Using Individual-Level Registry Data from Denmark, Finland, and Sweden
Finasteride use is not clearly linked to an increased risk of male breast cancer.
research Topical Medication Instillation Techniques for Glaucoma
There is not enough evidence to know if different ways of putting in eye drops for glaucoma work better than others.
research Association Between Genetically Predicted Leukocyte Telomere Length and Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study
Shorter telomeres in white blood cells may increase the risk of a common type of hair loss.
research Use of Combined Oral Contraceptives and Risk of Venous Thromboembolism in Young Women: A Nested Case-Control Analysis Using German Claims Data
Some birth control pills increase young women's risk of blood clots more than others.
research High Real-World Medication Adherence and Durable Clinical Benefit in Medicare Patients Treated with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Older patients sticking to their prostate medication saw lasting health benefits.
research Association Between Metabolic Syndrome and Prevalent Skin Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Case-Control Studies
People with certain skin conditions, especially androgenic alopecia, are more likely to have metabolic syndrome.
research An Industry-Relevant Metal Mixture, Iron Status, and Reported Attention-Related Behaviors in Italian Adolescents
Exposure to certain metals may worsen attention-related behaviors in adolescents, with stronger effects in females.
research Suicidal Risk Associated With Finasteride Versus Dutasteride Among Men Treated for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Nationwide Cohort Study
Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.
research The Association Between Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and Male Pattern Hair Loss in Young Men
Drinking lots of sugary drinks may increase the risk of hair loss in young men.
research Advances in Hair Growth
The best long-lasting results in treating hair loss may be achieved through combination therapy, including treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
research Long-Term Effectiveness and Safety of Dutasteride Versus Finasteride in Patients With Male Androgenic Alopecia in South Korea: A Multicentre Chart Review Study
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for long-term hair growth in men with androgenic alopecia.
research Exploring the Relationship Between Immune Cells and Non-Scarring Hair Loss: A Mendelian Randomization Study
Certain immune cells are linked to non-scarring hair loss, suggesting potential for immune-targeted treatments.
research Elucidating Causal Relationships of Diet-Derived Circulating Antioxidants and the Risk of Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Mendelian Randomization Study
Higher levels of β-carotene and vitamin E may help prevent certain types of hair loss.
research Causal Effects of Genetically Determined Metabolites on Androgenetic Alopecia: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Analysis
Certain metabolites can either protect against or increase the risk of hair loss.
research Estimating the Burden of Skin Diseases Using Patient-Reported Daily Time Trade-Off as a Measure of Disease Impact and Unmet Needs
Patients with certain skin diseases are willing to spend significant time on treatment, indicating a high impact on their lives and a need for better treatments.
research Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
The medicine baricitinib was found to notably improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but more research is needed on its side effects and other treatments.
research Modeling of Ionizing Radiation Induced Hair Follicle Regenerative Dynamics
Hair follicles can regenerate after radiation damage but not during a specific growth phase.
research Lipid Profile in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis
People with hair loss have worse cholesterol levels, possibly linking hair loss to heart problems.
research Emerging Nonsteroid-Based Procedural Therapies for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Nonsteroid treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need more high-quality research.
research Hedonic Sensitivity to Natural Rewards Is Affected by Prenatal Stress in a Sex-Dependent Manner
Prenatal stress changes how male and female rats enjoy rewards differently, linked to sex hormones.
research The Possibilities of Using Chromium Salts as an Agent Supporting Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Chromium salts may help with insulin sensitivity in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their overall effectiveness and safety.
research Dietary Selenium Deprivation Oppositely Impacts Longevity and Healthspan in Telomere Dysfunctional Mice
Low selenium levels worsen health but increase lifespan in mice.
research High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein Levels and Their Relationship with Components of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Indian Adolescent Women with PCOS
Higher hs-CRP levels in Indian adolescent women with PCOS are more related to BMI than PCOS itself.
research Increased Insulin Sensitivity by Metformin Enhances Intense-Pulsed-Light-Assisted Hair Removal in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Taking metformin with intense-pulsed-light therapy improves hair removal for people with PCOS.
research Acute Sensitivity of the Oral Mucosa to Oncogenic K-ras
Oncogenic K-ras causes rapid cancerous changes in the mouth's lining.
research Cross-Species Sensitivity to a Novel Androgen Receptor Agonist of Potential Environmental Concern, Spironolactone
Spironolactone harms fish reproduction and is more potent in fish than invertebrates, needing environmental monitoring.