research Comparison of Spironolactone, Flutamide, and Finasteride Efficacy in the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Spironolactone most effective for hirsutism, but has side effects.
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research Treatment of Hirsutism With Cimetidine: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Cimetidine did not reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism.
research Topical Minoxidil: Cardiac Effects in Bald Men
Using topical minoxidil for baldness can cause heart problems, especially in those with heart disease.
research The Effects of Transdermal Dihydrotestosterone in the Aging Male: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study
Dihydrotestosterone gel improved well-being and sexual function in older men without negatively affecting prostate health.
research Stability Indicating Method Development and Validation of Finasteride by High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Studies
New method effectively analyzes finasteride and its stability.
research Long-Term Treatment of Severe Hypertension with Minoxidil, Propranolol, and Furosemide
Minoxidil, propranolol, and furosemide effectively control severe hypertension, but may cause sodium retention.
research Androgens in SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Infections
Men, particularly those with hair loss, are more likely to get the virus, and those with prostate cancer may have milder symptoms. Testosterone's role in the disease is unclear, and the virus doesn't seem to harm male fertility. Women with PCOS might be at higher risk. More research is needed.
research Pathology
Various skin conditions can be treated effectively with different methods, such as discontinuing certain drugs, using specific vaccines, applying creams, and changing lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking.
research Ezetimibe Reduces Enlarged Prostate in an Animal Model of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Ezetimibe effectively reduces prostate size in cases of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Potential Targets in the Discovery of New Hair Growth Promoters for Androgenic Alopecia
The document concludes that targeting 5α-reductase, the androgen receptor, and hair growth genes, along with using compounds with anti-androgenic properties, could lead to more effective hair loss treatments.
research Leflunomide: An Unlikely Trigger and Mechanistically a Beneficial Drug for Alopecia Areata
Leflunomide is more likely to help treat alopecia areata than cause it.
research Treatment of Severe Hypertension with Minoxidil: Advantages and Limitations
Minoxidil effectively controls blood pressure but side effects may limit its use.
research Drug-Induced Changes in Hair Growth
Some drugs can cause hair loss or growth, but hair usually returns to normal after stopping the drug.
research Drug-Induced Hair Loss and Hair Growth
Some drugs can cause hair loss or increase hair growth, but these effects are usually reversible when the drug is stopped.
research The Prolactin Receptor as a Therapeutic Target in Human Diseases: Exploring New Potential Indications
Blocking the prolactin receptor might help treat various diseases, but more research is needed.
research COVID-19 and Sex Differences: Mechanisms and Biomarkers
Men are more likely to have severe COVID-19 cases and fatalities than women due to factors like lifestyle, aging, and biological differences.
research Androgens Modulate Keratinocyte Differentiation Indirectly Through Enhancing Growth Factor Production From Dermal Fibroblasts
Male hormones indirectly affect skin cell development by increasing growth factor levels from skin fibroblasts.
research Improved Forensic Hair Evidence for Drugs of Abuse by Mass Spectrometry
Forensic hair analysis for drugs is now more reliable and accurate.
research Long-Term Dutasteride Therapy in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Alters Glucose and Lipid Profiles and Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction
Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.
research Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow, but may cause sexual side effects.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy for Transgender Females
Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.
research Topical Calcipotriol Mixed with Topical Steroid Versus Topical Steroid Alone in Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Mixing calcipotriol with a steroid is almost as effective as using a steroid alone for alopecia areata and has fewer side effects.
research A Novel Point Mutation in the Ligand-Binding Domain of the Human Glucocorticoid Receptor Causing Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance: The Importance of the C Terminus in Conferring Transactivational Activity
A new mutation in the human glucocorticoid receptor reduces its function and causes resistance to glucocorticoids.
research Maximum Efficacy of Finasteride Is Obtained Within 6 Months and Maintained Over 6 Years
Finasteride works best in 6 months and lasts 6 years.
research Systemic Treatment for Alopecia Areata
Effective treatments for severe alopecia areata are still lacking.
research Interventional Studies for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Children and Adolescents
Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.
research Rosacea-Like Dermatitis Caused by Icotinib Hydrochloride: A Case Report
A man developed skin issues from cancer medication, which improved with specific treatments.
research Alopecia Areata Following Adalimumab
A woman developed hair loss after starting a treatment with adalimumab, suggesting this medication might cause hair loss.
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 Bullous/Mucous Membrane
High blood pressure drugs often cause skin lupus, stopping the drug usually helps. A vaccine helps prevent genital herpes and HPV-16. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. No link was found between low iron and chronic hair loss.