research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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research Immuno-Endocrinology of COVID-19: The Key Role of Sex Hormones
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.
research The Impact of Certain Genetic Variants (Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms) on Incidence and Severity of COVID-19
Certain genetic differences may affect how likely someone is to get COVID-19 and how severe it might be.
research Matriptase Activation and Shedding with HAI-1 Induced by Steroid Sex Hormones in Human Prostate Cancer Cells, but Not in Breast Cancer Cells
Steroid sex hormones activate matriptase in prostate cancer cells but not in breast cancer cells.
research Androgen Sensitivity Gateway to COVID-19 Disease Severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
research Hair Loss and Androgen's Role in the Era of COVID-19
Androgens may worsen COVID-19 and hair loss could indicate the disease's severity.
research A Preliminary Observation: Male Pattern Hair Loss Among Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients in Spain – A Potential Clue to the Role of Androgens in COVID-19 Severity
Male pattern hair loss could hint at androgens affecting COVID-19 severity.
research The Immune Response to COVID-19: Does Sex Matter?
Men and women get COVID-19 at similar rates, but men tend to get sicker and have a higher risk of dying, while women usually have stronger immune responses and vaccine reactions.
research ST14 Interacts With TMEFF1 and Is a Predictor of Poor Prognosis in Ovarian Cancer
High levels of ST14 and TMEFF1 proteins in ovarian cancer are linked to worse patient outcomes and may be a new treatment target.
research Hair Disorders Associated With Post-Covid-19 Infection in Females: A Cross-Sectional Study
About 61% of women who had COVID-19 experienced hair loss afterward.
research A Case of Rapid Progression of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia After COVID-19 Infection
COVID-19 may worsen hair loss in people with a certain type of scarring alopecia, but early treatment can help improve symptoms and hair regrowth.
research SARS-CoV-2 Infection as a Trigger for Telogen Effluvium: A Literature Review with Case-Based Clinical Evaluation Guidance
COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.
research Study of Gene Expression Alteration in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Evidence of Predominant Molecular Signaling Pathways
Hair loss involves immune responses, inflammation, and disrupted signaling pathways.
research Current Genetics in Hair Diseases
Genetic mutations cause various hair diseases, and whole genome sequencing may reveal more about these conditions.
research Controversy on the Role of Iron and a Clinical Trial with Intermittent Iron and Nutritional Supplements in Hair Loss Management
Intermittent iron and nutritional supplements can help reduce hair loss.
research Transitional Changes in Fatigue-Related Symptoms Due to Long COVID: A Single-Center Retrospective Observational Study in Japan
Patients with long COVID after Omicron had fewer hospitalizations and milder symptoms but more fatigue, insomnia, and cough compared to those with Delta.
research Sex Differences in SARS-CoV-2 Infection Rates and the Potential Link to Prostate Cancer
Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.
research The Multisystem Impact of Long COVID: A Comprehensive Review
Long COVID causes a wide range of long-lasting symptoms that change over time and are hard to diagnose and treat.
research Novel Mutations of the ABCA12, KRT1 and ST14 Genes in Three Unrelated Newborns Showing Congenital Ichthyosis
New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.
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 The Role of Testosterone in SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Low testosterone levels may lead to more severe COVID-19 outcomes.
research Reply to Letter to the Editor: A Response to 'Male Balding Is a Major Risk Factor for Severe COVID-19'
Balding might help identify men at higher risk for severe COVID-19, but more research is needed.
research Impact of Androgen Status and Anti-Androgen Therapy on the Course of COVID-19 in Men
Men with higher androgen levels may have severe COVID-19 symptoms, but those on antiandrogen therapy are less likely to contract the virus and have milder symptoms. Anti-androgen drugs could potentially treat COVID-19, but more research is needed.
research Are Sex Hormones Promising Candidates to Explain Sex Disparities in the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
research The Double-Edged Sword of Testosterone’s Role in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Testosterone may influence COVID-19 severity and outcomes.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Comorbid Disorder Biomarkers, Druggable Genes, New Drugs and Drug Repurposing—A Molecular Meta-Analysis
The study found key factors in the cause of hidradenitis suppurativa, its link to other diseases, and identified existing drugs that could potentially treat it.
research Racial Variations in COVID-19 Deaths May Be Due to Androgen Receptor Genetic Variants Associated with Prostate Cancer and Androgenetic Alopecia. Are Anti-Androgens a Potential Treatment for COVID-19?
Genetic differences may affect COVID-19 deaths; anti-androgens could be potential treatment.
research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions
Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
research Relationship Between Betacoronaviruses and the Endocrine System: A New Key to Understand the COVID-19 Pandemic—A Comprehensive Review
Betacoronaviruses, like COVID-19, may cause hormone system dysfunction and affect disease susceptibility and severity.
research Expression of Concern: Potential Risk for Developing Severe COVID-19 Disease Among Anabolic Steroid Users
Anabolic steroid users may face higher risk of severe COVID-19.