research Side Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Comprehensive Review
5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.
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research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.
research Sex Hormones and Sarcopenia in Older Persons
Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.
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 Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Skin Distribution of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Loaded Into Liquid Crystalline Nanoparticles
Chitosan-coated nanoparticles improve skin delivery of hair loss treatments with fewer side effects.
research Hormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Men (Female-to-Male)
Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.
research In Vivo Hair Growth-Promoting Efficacies of Herbal Extracts and Their Cubosomal Suspensions
Some herbal extracts, especially when used in cubosomal suspensions, were as effective as Minoxidil in promoting hair growth.
research Testosterone Therapy in Men: Clinical and Pharmacological Perspectives
Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research Effectiveness of a Layer-by-Layer Microbubbles-Based Delivery System for Applying Minoxidil to Enhance Hair Growth
Minoxidil-coated microbubbles with sonication effectively enhance hair growth.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research A Randomized Blinded Retrospective Study: The Combined Use of Micro-Needling Technique, Low-Level Laser Therapy, and Autologous Non-Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma Improves Hair Re-Growth in Patients with Androgenic Alopecia
Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
research Chapter 17: Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs)
Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) are drugs that can control the effects of androgens in different tissues, potentially having fewer side effects and promising for treating various conditions.
research Topical Formulations Containing Finasteride: Determination of Finasteride Penetration into Hair Follicles Using the Differential Stripping Technique
Formulation P-08-016 better targets hair follicles for baldness treatment.
research New Lifestyle Drugs and Somatoform Disorders in Dermatology
The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
research New Biomarkers to Evaluate Hyperandrogenemic Women and Hypogonadal Men
The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.
research Niosomal Delivery of Pumpkin Seed Oil: Development, Characterization, and Physical Stability
The pumpkin seed oil niosomes are promising for skin and hair treatments because they are stable and effectively deliver the oil.
research Status of Medical Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil effectively promotes hair regrowth in younger patients with small balding areas.
research Hair Regenerative Effect of Silk Fibroin Hydrogel with Incorporation of FGF-2-Liposome and Its Potential Mechanism in Mice with Testosterone-Induced Alopecia Areata
The silk fibroin hydrogel with FGF-2-liposome can potentially treat hair loss in mice.
research Development and Evaluation of Antisense shRNA-Encoding Plasmid Loaded Solid Lipid Nanoparticles Against 5-Alpha Reductase Activity
The new particle system could be a promising treatment for diseases related to the 5-α reductase enzyme.
research Recommendations for Endocrine Treatment of Patients with Gender Dysphoria
The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
research The Role of Androgen Therapy
Testosterone therapy can help women with androgen deficiency by improving energy, sex drive, and bone health with few side effects.
research In Vitro Performance of Dutasteride-Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Coated with Lauric Acid-Chitosan Oligomer for Dermal Delivery
Dutasteride-loaded nanoparticles coated with Lauric Acid-Chitosan show promise for treating hair loss due to their controlled release, low toxicity, and potential to stimulate hair growth.
research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.
research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy: Dermatologic, Genital, Sexual, and Cardiovascular Effects and Safety Concerns
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research Development of Finasteride Polymer Microspheres for Systemic Application in Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride microspheres help reduce hair loss for up to eight weeks with fewer side effects.
research Health Issues Unique to the Aging Man
Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
research Influence of Saw Palmetto and Pygeum Africana Extracts on the Urinary Concentrations of Endogenous Anabolic Steroids: Relevance to Doping Analysis
Taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana can change the levels of certain steroids in urine, which could cause confusion in doping tests.
research Development and Characterization of Film Forming Spray of 5% Minoxidil for Baldness Due to Androgenetic Alopecia
A 5% minoxidil spray could effectively treat male baldness with fewer side effects and better patient comfort.