research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: The Finasteride Story
Finasteride safely treats enlarged prostate and male-pattern baldness.
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research Lipid Levels in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with AGA have higher lipid levels, increasing heart disease risk.
research Ductal Breast Cancer in a Male Patient
An 86-year-old man with prostate cancer was diagnosed with a rare, low-grade breast cancer and underwent surgery but declined additional hormone therapy.
research What Do We Know About Hair Growth Induced by Wounding and Its Therapeutic Applications?
Wounding may stimulate hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm the safety and effectiveness of related treatments.
research Nutraceuticals Known to Promote Hair Growth Do Not Interfere With the Inhibitory Action of Tamoxifen in MCF7, T47D and BT483 Breast Cancer Cell Lines
Nutraceuticals that promote hair growth do not reduce tamoxifen's effectiveness in breast cancer treatment.
research Malassezia Infection: Is There Any Chance or Necessity in Refractory Acne?
Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.
research Minoxidil Cannot Be Used To Target Lysyl Hydroxylases During Postnatal Mouse Lung Development: A Cautionary Note
Minoxidil does not work to inhibit lysyl hydroxylases in newborn mouse lungs.
research Pharmacological Basis for Clinical Use of Antiandrogens
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by blocking male sex hormones.
research Autologous Concentrated Growth Factors Combined With Topical Minoxidil for the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Combining growth factors with minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
research Hormonal Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: An Update
Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.
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 Topical Minoxidil for Male Pattern Alopecia in Two Sets of Twins
Topical minoxidil was effective in promoting hair growth for male pattern baldness.
research Preliminary Studies of Hair Follicle Regeneration by Injections of Epidermal Stem Cells and Dermal Papilla Cells into Nude Mice
Injected cells show potential for hair growth.
research Hair Follicle Immune Privilege Revisited: The Key to Alopecia Areata Management
Restoring hair bulb immune privilege is crucial for managing alopecia areata.
research Stem Cell-Derived Conditioned Medium for Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Stem cell-derived conditioned medium is effective in improving hair density and thickness for alopecia treatment.
research A Mechanistic Model of Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP treatment may stimulate hair growth by promoting blood vessel formation, increasing growth factors, and preventing cell death.
research Accelerated Hair Growth by Combining Thread Monofilament and Minoxidil in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Thread monofilament and minoxidil together increase hair growth in female androgenetic alopecia.
research Current Literature Review on Sexual Health and Function
The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
research Injectable Silk Nanofiber Hydrogels as Stem Cell Carriers to Accelerate Wound Healing
Silk nanofiber hydrogels help stem cells heal wounds faster and improve skin regeneration.
research Generation of Hair Follicle Germs In Vitro Using Human Postnatal Skin Cells
Scientists created early-stage hair follicles from human skin cells, which could help treat baldness and study hair growth.
research Timed Exposure 10,600 nm CO2 Laser Drilling in Various Benign Dermal Tumors
CO₂ laser treatment is fast and effective for some benign skin tumors with minimal side effects.
research Advanced Glycation End-Products Inhibit Mesenchymal-Epidermal Interaction by Up-Regulating Proinflammatory Cytokines in Hair Follicles
AGEs may cause hair loss by increasing inflammation in hair follicles.
research Harmless Herbs? A Review of the Recent Literature
Herbal remedies can cause adverse effects and need more safety research.
research Cutaneous Adverse Effects of Targeted Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.
research Rash from EGFR Inhibitors: Opportunities and Challenges for Palliation
EGFR cancer drugs often cause a rash, which can lead to distress and isolation, but may also improve outcomes for some cancer patients. Current treatments for the rash are limited, but a compound called menadione shows promise.
research Effects of Non-Ablative Fractional Erbium Glass Laser Treatment on Gene Regulation in Human Three-Dimensional Skin Models
Erbium glass laser treatment may help with skin remodeling, reduce inflammation, and improve skin cell maturation.
research Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids: An Update
Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
research The Therapeutic Use of Topical Contact Sensitizers in Benign Dermatoses
Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.
research Mitoxantrone
Mitoxantrone is effective for treating acute leukemia, especially in older patients, with a lower risk of heart damage.
research Gold Thread Implantation Promotes Hair Growth in Humans and Mice
Gold thread implantation may help hair grow in humans and mice.