research Sebum Free Fatty Acids Enhance the Innate Immune Defense of Human Sebocytes by Upregulating Beta-Defensin-2 Expression
Free fatty acids in sebum boost skin's defense against acne by increasing antimicrobial peptides.
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research Challenges in the Assessment and Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is hard due to varying symptoms, no set criteria, and the need for better tests and education.
research The Efficacy of 24-Month Metformin for Improving Menses, Hormones, and Metabolic Profiles in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.
research The Contribution of Endogenous and Exogenous Factors to Male Alopecia
Genetic and environmental factors, like smoking and exercise, affect male hair loss.
research Polycystic Ovarian Morphology Is Associated with Hyperandrogenemia and Insulin Resistance in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS and polycystic ovaries have higher male hormone levels and more insulin resistance, especially if they are overweight.
research 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Reveal Distinct Phenotypes of Functional Ovarian Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.
research Defects in Mitochondrial DNA Replication and Oxidative Damage in Muscle of mtDNA Mutator Mice
Defective mitochondrial DNA replication causes aging symptoms and increased oxidative damage in mice.
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 Long-Term Expansion and Differentiation of Adult Murine Epidermal Stem Cells in 3D Organoid Cultures
A new 3D culture system helps grow and study mouse skin stem cells for a long time.
research Morphological Analysis of In Vitro Human Hair Growth
Human hair follicles can grow and stay healthy for up to 8 days in a lab setting.
research Simple and Rapid Method to Isolate and Culture Follicular Papillae from Human Scalp Hair Follicles
Researchers developed a quick and easy way to get and grow cells from the base of human hair follicles.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes for Organ Development and Cell-Free Therapy
MSC-Exos can aid organ development and offer therapeutic benefits for various conditions.
research Adipose Stem Cell Exosome: Next Generation Regenerative Aesthetics and Therapeutics for Scalp and Hair
Adipose stem cell-derived exosomes may improve hair count and scalp health, potentially outperforming current treatments like minoxidil.
research Establishment of an Efficient Primary Culture System for Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells Using the Rho-Associated Protein Kinase Inhibitor Y-27632
A new method using Y-27632 improves the growth and quality of human hair follicle stem cells for tissue engineering and therapy.
research Vitamin D and the Skin
research Self-Portrait as Self-Evaluation and Follow-Up of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Study
Auto-portraits help evaluate scalp hair.
research Improvement of Endothelial Function with Metformin and Rosiglitazone Treatment in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.
research Androgens in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone in older women can increase bone density, muscle mass, fat mass, improve memory, and boost libido, but may cause nipple color changes.
research Androgens Affect the Activity of Human Sebocytes in Culture Depending on the Localization of the Sebaceous Glands, and Their Effect Is Antagonized by Spironolactone
Male hormones affect oil-producing skin cells differently based on their body location, and the drug spironolactone can reduce these effects.
research Spontaneous Intrinsic Aging in Organ-Cultured Human Skin as a Novel Ex Vivo Assay to Test Anti-Aging Actives
The document concludes that a new method has been developed to test anti-aging substances on human skin, showing that these substances can reduce skin aging signs.
research Spermidine Promotes Human Hair Growth and Is a Novel Modulator of Human Epithelial Stem Cell Functions
Spermidine may help reduce hair loss and deserves further testing as a treatment.
research Methods in Hair Research: How to Objectively Distinguish Between Anagen and Catagen in Human Hair Follicle Organ Culture
A reliable system was developed to distinguish hair growth stages, aiding in identifying hair growth promoters or inhibitors.
research Association Between Androgenic Alopecia and Coronary Artery Disease: A Cross-Sectional Study of Han Chinese Male Population
Severe and early hair loss may indicate a higher risk of heart disease.
research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research And Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
research The Impact of Exogenous Vitamin D on Thyroid Autoimmunity in Euthyroid Men with Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Early-Onset Androgenic Alopecia
Vitamin D may help reduce antibody levels in men with autoimmune thyroiditis and early-onset androgenic alopecia, but has no significant impact on thyroid function.
research Alkylation of Human Hair Keratin for Tunable Hydrogel Erosion and Drug Delivery in Tissue Engineering Applications
Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients with High BMI Tend to Have Functional Disorders of Androgen Excess: A Prospective Study
Overweight women with PCOS are more likely to have excess male hormones.
research Platelet-Derived Bio-Products: Classification Update, Applications, Concerns, and New Perspectives
Platelet-derived bio-products help in wound healing and tissue regeneration but lack standardized methods, and their use in medicine is growing.
research Acne and Sebaceous Gland Function
Effective acne treatments should reduce sebum, bacteria, and inflammation, with isotretinoin being the best for severe cases.
research Use of Insulin-Sensitizing Agents in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin-sensitizing drugs like metformin can help with ovulation, weight loss, and lower testosterone in some women with PCOS.