research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
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research Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions
The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
research Dermatologic Care of the Transgender Patient
Hormonal therapy changes skin and hair in transgender patients, who need better researched dermatologic care.
research Australian Hair and Wool Research Society Cutaneous Biology and Endocrinology Workshop
The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.
research Five-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor and Breast Cancer Risk in Men: A Systematic Review
Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase breast cancer risk in men.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Risk of Male Breast Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase the risk of breast cancer in men.
research Changes in Hair Weight and Hair Count in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia After Treatment with Finasteride, 1 mg, Daily
Finasteride increases hair weight and count in men with hair loss.
research Anti-Androgenic Therapy with Finasteride Improves Cardiac Function, Attenuates Remodeling, and Reverts Pathologic Gene Expression After Myocardial Infarction in Mice
Finasteride improves heart function and repairs damage after heart attack in mice.
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 The Effect of Amniotic Fluid on Hair Follicle Growth
Freezing gamma-irradiated amniotic fluid may help hair growth and speed up the growth phase.
research Hormesis And Medicine: Biphasic Dose-Response Relationship
Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
research Androgen Receptor in Rat Liver: Characterization and Separation from a Male-Specific Estrogen-Binding Protein
Male rats have androgen receptors in their liver, which are different from proteins that bind estrogen.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Common Urologic Diseases in Older Men and Their Treatment: How They Impact Fertility
Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
research Penis Endocrinology
Hormones, especially testosterone and DHT, are key for penis development and function, and testosterone therapy may help with erectile dysfunction in those with low levels.
research Anabolic Effects of Testosterone Are Preserved During Inhibition of 5α-Reductase
Testosterone can build muscle and bone without enlarging the prostate when a specific enzyme is blocked.
research Update on Idiopathic Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Androgen Role and Treatment Options
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
research Maintenance and Restoration of Growth in Thyroidectomized Rats
Thyroid hormone treatments help thyroidectomized rats grow normally.
research Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
research Connarus Semidecandrus Jack Exerts Anti-Alopecia Effects by Targeting 5α-Reductase Activity and an Intrinsic Apoptotic Pathway
Connarus semidecandrus Jack extract promotes hair growth and thickness, reduces prostate cancer cell growth, and could potentially be used as a treatment for hair loss.
research Author Response: Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Long-term high testosterone levels can improve bone density and reduce body fat but may increase the risk of prostate cancer and high blood pressure.
research Decision Letter: Effects of Lifelong Testosterone Exposure on Health and Disease Using Mendelian Randomization
Increased free testosterone can lead to stronger bones and less body fat but also higher risks of prostate cancer, hair loss, spine issues, and high blood pressure.
research Androgens’ Effects Across the Lifespan in Men and Animal Models
Androgens, male hormones, affect physical and mental functions, with a decrease leading to health issues like muscle loss, bone disease, and depression, and more research is needed on long-term effects and treatments.
research Antioxidant and Antiproliferative Activity of Finasteride Against Glioblastoma Cells
High-dose finasteride may help treat glioblastoma but needs localized delivery for effectiveness.
research Transcriptome Analysis to Identify the Downstream Genes of Androgen Receptor in Dermal Papilla Cells
The study found that androgen receptors in skin cells mainly affect the focal adhesion pathway and control the caveolin-1 gene, with implications for new treatments for related diseases.
research A Microfluidic Application for Mass Production of Drug-Loaded Polymeric Microspheres for a Long-Acting Injectable With IVL-DrugFluidic, a Novel Microfluidic Microsphere Manufacturing Platform Technology
IVL-DrugFluidic® can mass-produce high-quality, long-acting injectable drug microspheres, improving patient compliance and reducing side effects.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Reproductive Health: Assessing the Role of Sex Hormones in Disease Development
Hormonal imbalances during menopause may significantly contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.