research What’s Sex Got to Do With COVID-19? Gender-Based Differences in the Host Immune Response to Coronaviruses
Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
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research Therapeutic Hotline: Genetic Variations in the Androgen Receptor Gene and Finasteride Response in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia Mediated by Epigenetics
Women with greater androgen sensitivity respond better to finasteride for hair loss.
research Clinical, Metabolic, and Endocrine Parameters in Response to Metformin and Lifestyle Intervention in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Trial
Metformin combined with lifestyle changes improves insulin resistance and reduces testosterone levels in women with PCOS more than lifestyle changes alone.
research Treatment of Male Pattern Alopecia with Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Double-Blind Controlled Study with Analysis of Platelet Number and Growth Factor Levels
Platelet-rich plasma treatment can significantly increase hair count and density in men with pattern baldness, and these improvements can last up to 3 months.
research More Is Not Always Better in Hair Growth Factors: Epidermal Growth Factor Involved in Alopecia Areata Pathogenesis
Too much epidermal growth factor can cause hair loss.
research Serum Lipidomic Changes and Sex Differences in Androgenetic Alopecia
People with androgenetic alopecia have different lipid levels in their blood, which vary between men and women, and may be linked to a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Improving Translational Research in Sex-Specific Effects of Comorbidities and Risk Factors in Ischemic Heart Disease and Cardioprotection: Position Paper and Recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart
The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.
research Combination of Media, Biomaterials, and Extracellular Matrix Proteins to Enhance the Differentiation of Neural Stem/Precursor Cells into Neurons
Using certain small proteins with a growth factor and specific materials can increase the creation of neurons from stem cells.
research Differential Proteomics of Lesional vs. Non-Lesional Biopsies Revealed Non-Immune Mechanisms of Alopecia Areata
Non-immune factors play a significant role in alopecia areata.
research Lifestyle Factors Involved in the Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Certain daily habits like stress, diet, and sleep can affect the severity of hair loss in alopecia areata.
research The Effect of Ovine Secreted Soluble Factors on Human Dermal Papilla Cell Aggregation
Sheep-derived factors improve human hair cell clustering, which may help hair growth.
research Higher Androgen and Estrogen Output and Less Follicular Atresia Can Be Induced in Healthy Ovaries by Culturing Them with Sera from PCOS Patients: Is PCOS Really of Intraovarian Origin?
PCOS may be influenced by factors in the blood, not just the ovaries.
research Association of Epidemiological and Biochemical Factors with Premature Graying of Hair: A Case-Control Study
Genetics and nutritional deficiencies are key factors in premature graying of hair.
research Hyperandrogenism and Menstrual Imbalance Are the Best Predictors of Metformin Response in PCOS Patients
High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.
research Gene Polymorphisms and Serum Levels of BDNF and CRH in Vitiligo Patients
Certain gene variations and different levels of BDNF and CRH hormones are linked to vitiligo.
research COVID-19: Understanding Inter-Individual Variability and Implications for Precision Medicine
The conclusion is that individual differences in COVID-19 severity are influenced by factors like age, sex, race, and genetics, which are important for personalized medicine.
research Cancer
Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.
research Stress-Related Skin Disorders
Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.
research An Integrated Model of Alopecia Areata Biomarkers Highlights Both Th1/Th2 Upregulation, with Stronger Correlations Between Th2 Activation and Disease Severity
Both Th1 and Th2 immune responses are increased in alopecia areata, with Th2 response more strongly linked to how severe the disease is.
research Gynecomastia After Finasteride Therapy
Finasteride may cause breast enlargement, low testosterone a risk factor.
research Psoriasis, Acne, and Disorders of Keratinization
Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
research HIV, Fungal, and Infectious Diseases
The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
research Serum 25 Hydroxyvitamin D in Non-Scarring Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
People with non-scarring hair loss often have lower vitamin D levels than those without hair loss.
research Response to Falotico et al's 'Perils of Biotin Supplementation'
The authors agree they didn't discuss the risks of too much micronutrients and value the focus on biotin deficiency signs and treatment effectiveness.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Association Between Ovarian Volume and Serum Insulin Levels in Ovulatory Patients with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Predictive Factors for Adverse Dermatological Events During Pegylated/Interferon Alpha and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C
Older age, pre-existing skin conditions, cirrhosis, and pegylated interferon use increase the risk of skin issues during hepatitis C treatment.
research Suppression of Cutibacterium Acnes-Mediated Inflammatory Reactions by Fibroblast Growth Factor 21 in Skin
FGF21 can help reduce skin inflammation caused by C. acnes.
research Pruritus, Allergy and Autoimmunity: Paving the Way for an Integrated Understanding of Psychodermatological Diseases
The conclusion is that understanding the complex relationship between allergies, autoimmunity, and psychological factors is key to treating skin disorders with itching.
research 26SCS-Loaded SilMA/Col Composite Sponge with Well-Arranged Layers Promotes Angiogenesis-Based Diabetic Wound Repair by Mediating Macrophage Inflammatory Response
The composite sponge helps heal diabetic wounds by reducing inflammation and promoting new blood vessel growth.