research Contribution of Androgens to Chronic Allograft Nephropathy Is Mediated by Dihydrotestosterone
Male hormones worsen kidney transplant damage, but blocking them helps.
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research Primary Scarring Alopecia: Clinical-Pathological Review of 72 Cases and Literature Review
The conclusion is that primary scarring alopecia is a complex condition that requires early and accurate diagnosis for effective treatment.
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 Neuropsychological Assessment in Elderly Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated with Dutasteride
Dutasteride does not impair mental function in elderly men with enlarged prostate.
research Immediate and Delayed Complications of Dexamethasone Cyclophosphamide Pulse Therapy
DCP therapy causes side effects like weakness, flushing, headaches, and taste changes, but less frequently causes hypertension and diabetes.
research Androgens Trigger Different Growth Responses in Genetically Identical Human Hair Follicles in Organ Culture Reflecting Their Epigenetic Diversity in Life
Male hormones cause different growth in identical human hair follicles due to their unique epigenetic characteristics.
research Finasteride Delays the Onset of Maternal Behavior in Primigravid Rats
Finasteride slows down motherly behavior in first-time pregnant rats.
research Risk Factors for Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Role of Metabolic Syndrome and Androgenetic Alopecia in a Latin American Population
Metabolic syndrome linked to urinary symptoms; hair loss not significant.
research Chemical Peels: Indications and Special Considerations for the Male Patient
Chemical peels are effective and popular for treating men's skin issues, with some special considerations for their unique skin needs.
research Evaluation of Perifollicular Inflammation of Donor Area During Hair Transplantation in Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Comparison With Controls
Inflammation around hair follicles may worsen hair loss; evaluating and treating it can improve transplant results.
research Reactivation of Alopecia Areata After Dupilumab Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis
Dupilumab for skin problems might reactivate hair loss in some patients.
research Testosterone in Women: Measurement and Therapeutic Use
Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.
research Synthesis and In Vitro Evaluation of 4-Substituted N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-Oxo-4-Androstene-17β-Carboxamides as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Antiandrogens
The new compounds moderately block a specific enzyme and strongly counteract a male hormone, suggesting potential for treating certain male-related health conditions.
research Lichen Planopilaris and Low-Level Light Therapy: Four Case Reports and Review of the Literature About Low-Level Light Therapy and Lichenoid Dermatosis
Low-Level Light Therapy significantly reduced inflammation and promoted hair regrowth in patients with Lichen planopilaris.
research Metabolic Dysfunction in Female Mice with Disruption of 5α-Reductase 1
Female mice with disrupted 5α-reductase 1 had significant metabolic issues, including stress response problems, insulin resistance, liver fat buildup, and obesity.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas but hair loss on the scalp.
research Is There a Role for 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Transgender Individuals?
5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may not be effective or safe for transgender individuals, and more research is needed.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical Calcipotriol 0.005% Versus Topical Clobetasol 0.05% in the Management of Alopecia Areata: An Intrasubject Pilot Study
Calcipotriol works almost as well as clobetasol for mild to moderate alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
research Androgens in Women: Critical Evaluation of Methods for Their Determination in Diagnosing Endocrine Disorders
The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.
research Androgens and Erythropoiesis: Induction of Erythropoietin-Hypersecretory State and Effect of Finasteride on Erythropoietin Secretion
Androgens increase EPO production, finasteride doesn't significantly impact it.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox with Clinical Consequences
Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.
research Finasteride and the Uncertainties of Establishing Harms
Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.
research New Criteria for the Clinical Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and the Risk of Overdiagnosis
Using only hyperandrogenism to diagnose PCOS can lead to overdiagnosis.
research Comparison of Finasteride, Metformin, and Finasteride Plus Metformin in PCOS
Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.
research Does Insulin Resistance Increase Thyroid Volume in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Insulin resistance is linked to larger thyroid volume in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Cutaneous Drug Eruptions Associated with the Use of Biologics and Cutaneous Drug Eruptions Mimicking Specific Skin Diseases
Some drugs, especially biologics, can cause skin reactions that look like other skin diseases, and stopping the drug usually helps clear up these reactions.
research Impact of a Health Alert and Its Implementation on Flutamide Prescriptions for Women: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis
Health warnings and public health actions led to a significant drop in flutamide prescriptions for women, but off-label use still continues.
research Early Postnatal Allopregnanolone Levels Alteration and Adult Behavioral Disruption in Rats: Implications for Drug Abuse
Changing allopregnanolone levels in baby rats affects their adult behavior and alcohol use.
research Pharmacophore and Atom-Based 3D QSAR Studies on the Novel 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
The developed model can predict effective 5-alpha-reductase enzyme inhibitors.
research Response to Letter to the Editor on Inflammation in Androgenetic Alopecia
Inflammation and fibrosis are important factors in hair loss, but more research with better control samples is needed.