research Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists Stimulate Human Hair Growth Ex Vivo
Eplerenone, a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist, was found to promote hair growth in human hair follicles.
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research Dermatological Drugs and Cosmetics: Allergenic and Adverse Effects
Some cosmetics and dermatological drugs can cause allergic reactions and side effects, like skin irritation and systemic issues.
research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
research Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions to Drugs
Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
research Lupus Erythematosus: Systemic and Cutaneous Manifestations
Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Alopecia in Women
Flutamide may slightly improve hair loss in women, but finasteride does not work.
research Inherited Ichthyoses: Generalized Mendelian Disorders of Cornification
Inherited ichthyoses cause widespread skin scaling and thickening due to gene mutations.
research Early Onset of Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Early Severe Coronary Heart Disease: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study
Early balding linked to higher heart disease risk.
research Absorption Sites of Orally Administered Drugs in the Small Intestine
Different factors affect where drugs are absorbed in the small intestine, which is important for effective medication use.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research What Controls Hair Follicle Cycling?
The control system for hair growth cycles is not well understood and needs more research.
research Skin Disorders in Parkinson’s Disease: Potential Biomarkers and Risk Factors
Certain skin conditions may indicate or increase the risk of Parkinson's disease.
research The Effects of Androgens on T Cells: Clues to Female Predominance in Autoimmune Liver Diseases
Androgens may influence T cells, contributing to higher autoimmune liver disease risk in women.
research Possible Therapeutic Effects of Ozone Mixture on Hypoxia in Tumor Development
Ozone therapy might improve cancer treatment and reduce its side effects.
research Cross-Species Sensitivity to a Novel Androgen Receptor Agonist of Potential Environmental Concern, Spironolactone
Spironolactone harms fish reproduction and is more potent in fish than invertebrates, needing environmental monitoring.
research Effects of Finasteride on Apoptosis and Regulation of the Human Hair Cycle
Finasteride helps hair growth by decreasing cell death in hair follicles.
research Effects of Finasteride on Apoptosis and Regulation of the Human Hair Cycle
Finasteride affects hair growth by changing caspase and XIAP levels, potentially treating hair diseases.
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 Expression Patterns of Glial Cell Line-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, Neurturin, Their Cognate Receptors GFRα-1, GFRα-2, and Common Signal Transduction Element c-Ret in Human Skin Hair Follicles
Certain proteins and their receptors are more active during the growth phase of human hair and could be targeted to treat hair disorders.
research Diagnosing Essential Fatty Acid Deficiency
Mild essential fatty acid deficiency can cause health issues and is worsened by low-fat diets.
research Cosmetic Potential of Southeast Asian Herbs: An Overview
Southeast Asian herbs show promise for skin and hair care, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness in cosmetics.
research Pharmacologic Management of Pattern Hair Loss
Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.
research Cutaneous Manifestations in Biologically Treated Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients: A Narrative Review
Biologic treatments for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can cause skin problems, and doctors should adjust treatment if these occur.
research Protective Cardiovascular and Renal Actions of Vitamin D and Estrogen
Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.
research Endocrinology and Auxology of Siblings with Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.
research Psychoactive Drugs and Skin
Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implications of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
research Recent Advances in Congenital Ichthyoses
New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.
research Polymeric Micelle Mediated Follicular Delivery of Spironolactone: Targeting the Mineralocorticoid Receptor to Prevent Glucocorticoid-Induced Activation and Delayed Cutaneous Wound Healing
Using polymeric micelles to deliver spironolactone topically could improve wound healing in skin affected by glucocorticoids.
research Profound Bradycardia After Addition of Diltiazem to a Beta Blocker
Adding diltiazem to a beta blocker can cause dangerously slow heart rates.