research The Connection of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors to the Development of Depression
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, may cause depression, but more research is needed to understand why.
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450-480 / 1000+ results research A Case Control Study to Determine the Correlation Between Serum Ferritin Levels and Chronic Telogen Effluvium in a Tertiary Hospital, Mandya
High ferritin levels might be linked to chronic hair loss.
research Impact of Finasteride and Dutasteride in Beard Thickness in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A 453-Patient Retrospective Trial
Finasteride and dutasteride do not significantly change beard thickness in men.
research Association Between Exogenous Testosterone Use and New Diagnosis of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Case Series
Exogenous testosterone use may be linked to developing hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Stroke Risk Factors Unique to Women
Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.
research Androgens and Ovarian Function: Translation from Basic Discovery Research to Clinical Impact
Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.
research Society for Endocrinology Guidelines for Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Male Hypogonadism
Testosterone replacement is recommended for men with low testosterone levels and symptoms of hypogonadism.
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 Identification of Human Cytochrome P450 Isozymes Responsible for the In Vitro Oxidative Metabolism of Finasteride
research Association of Spironolactone Use With Risk of Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Spironolactone does not increase cancer risk and may lower prostate cancer risk, but more research is needed.
research Men’s Health in the United States: A National Health Paradox
Men in the U.S. have more health issues, higher death rates from various diseases, lower life expectancy, and are less likely to seek healthcare.
research Gender Effects in Allergology: Secondary Publications and Update
Gender differences affect allergy prevalence, severity, and response to environmental toxins, with women often more affected than men.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Regulation of SRD5A mRNA Expression of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Extract from Asparagus Racemosus Root as Anti-Sebum and Pore-Minimizing Active Ingredients
Asparagus racemosus root extract reduced sebum and pore size in men but not in women.
research Mechanism of Action of Minoxidil in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia Is Likely Mediated by Mitochondrial Adenosine Triphosphate Synthase-Induced Stem Cell Differentiation
Minoxidil helps hair growth by promoting stem cell differentiation through increased ATP synthase activity.
research Optimization of the Reconstruction of Dermal Papilla-Like Tissues Employing Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Using umbilical cord stem cells can help create hair-growing tissues more affordably.
research Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Association Between Metabolic Syndrome and Androgenetic Alopecia
People with androgenetic alopecia have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Cardiovascular Safety and Benefits of Testosterone Implant Therapy in Postmenopausal Women: Where Are We?
Testosterone therapy for postmenopausal women appears safe and may protect against heart disease, but requires constant monitoring and more research for long-term effects.
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 Modern Concept of the Etiology and Pathogenesis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Nonandrogenic factors like oxidative stress and microinflammation are important in hair loss progression.
research Response to Ong et al., 'Hair-Raising Costs: Evaluating Botulinum Toxin Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia'
Botulinum toxin is not effective for treating male hair loss.
research Safety of Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia with Respect to Gynecologic Malignancies
Spironolactone is safe for treating female hair loss, but the safety of other drugs is uncertain.
research Persistent Gynecomastia Due to Short-Term Low-Dose Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
A man's breast enlargement from low-dose finasteride for hair loss didn't go away, even with treatment, and might be more common than reported.
research Finasteride Delays Atherosclerosis Progression in Mice and Is Associated With a Reduction in Plasma Cholesterol in Men
Finasteride may lower cholesterol and slow heart disease progression.
research Sex Chromosome Related Dimorphism in Steroidogenic Enzymes and Androgen Receptor in Response to Testosterone Treatment: An In Vitro Study on Human Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells
Chromosomal differences affect how muscle cells respond to testosterone.
research Sex-Related Differences in the Pharmacological Response in SARS-CoV-2 Infection, Dyslipidemia, and Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review
Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
research Female Doping: Observations From a Data Lake Study in the Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa, Finland
Many women who have used performance-enhancing drugs in Finland show high rates of mental health and substance use issues, and most have normal red blood cell counts.
research Benefits of Testosterone Replacement and Methods of Substitution
Testosterone replacement therapy helps manage deficiency and has various methods, but requires careful monitoring to avoid side effects.
research JAMA Dermatology: The Year in Review, 2021
In 2021, JAMA Dermatology published significant findings on skin conditions post-COVID vaccination, melanoma surveillance, atopic dermatitis treatments, and confirmed that sun protection does not harm bone health.
research Sex Differences in Opioid-Mediated Effects: Role of Androgens
Men and women react differently to opioids, with hormones potentially influencing these differences.
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.