research Finasteride: A Slow-Binding 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride slowly binds to 5-alpha-reductase, affecting enzyme stability and inhibitor potency.
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research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
research Apoptosis May Explain the Pharmacological Mode of Action and Adverse Effects of Isotretinoin, Including Teratogenicity
Isotretinoin's effects and side effects, like birth defects and depression, might be due to it causing cell death in various cells.
research Hypertrichosis in Females Applying Minoxidil Topical Solution and in Normal Controls
Minoxidil use increases facial hair growth in females, more in older users.
research Comparison of Diane 35 and Diane 35 Plus Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.
research Topical Delivery of Protein and Peptide Using Novel Cell Penetrating Peptide IMT-P8
The peptide IMT-P8 can effectively deliver proteins into the skin and cells for potential skin treatments.
research Management of Hirsutism
Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
research Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Obese and Nonobese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Healthy Reproductively Normal Women
Women with PCOS are more likely to have sleep apnea, mainly if they are obese.
research Kin-Cohort Analysis of LRRK2-G2019S Penetrance in Parkinson's Disease
The LRRK2-G2019S mutation in Parkinson's disease has a lifetime penetrance of 25-35%, and finasteride may help reduce symptoms in adult male Tourette syndrome patients.
research A Preliminary Study of Finasteride in Tourette Syndrome
Finasteride reduces Tourette syndrome symptoms, but results may be limited due to potential biases.
research Treatment of Hirsutism and Acne with Cyproterone Acetate
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
research Age-Related Changes in Male Skin: Quantitative Evaluation of One Hundred and Fifty Male Subjects
Male skin gets drier and more alkaline as it ages, which may need different skincare than women's skin.
research Photobiomodulation of Human Dermal Fibroblasts In Vitro: Decisive Role of Cell Culture Conditions and Treatment Protocols on Experimental Outcome
Different lab conditions and light treatment methods change how human skin cells respond to light therapy.
research Desferrioxamine Treatment of Aceruloplasminemia: Long-Term Follow-Up
Finasteride may help reduce symptoms in male Tourette syndrome patients.
research Development and Optimization of Spironolactone Nanoparticles for Enhanced Dissolution Rates and Stability
Nanoparticles with more oleic acid improved the delivery and stability of the drug spironolactone.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia: An Update, Looking to the Future
The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
research Treatment Strategies for Alopecia
Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
research The Clinical Presentation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus has varied symptoms and is hard to diagnose, affecting many body parts and requiring careful clinical judgment.
research Madarosis
Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes and eyebrows due to various health issues and requires thorough examination to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.
research Clinical Features of Familial Lewy Body Parkinsonism Caused by α-Synuclein Triplication (Iowa Kindred) with Video Documentation
The document describes a woman with familial Parkinson's disease due to a genetic mutation, showing severe symptoms and poor response to treatment, and suggests finasteride may help reduce symptoms in Tourette syndrome.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Clinical Aspects
The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.
research Optimization of Menthol-Loaded Nanocapsules for Skin Application Using the Response Surface Methodology
Researchers created better skin-application menthol capsules that are stable, safe, and penetrate the skin quickly.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Risk of Coronary Artery Disease
Balding people may have higher heart disease risk.
research Clinical and Histological Study of Permanent Alopecia After Bone Marrow Transplantation
Permanent hair loss after bone marrow transplant can be caused by chemotherapy or chronic graft-versus-host disease.
research Complications of Hair Restoration Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis
Hair restoration surgery can lead to swelling, infections, scarring, numbness, hiccups, and poor hair growth.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common Reproductive and Metabolic Disorder Necessitating Early Recognition and Treatment
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS is crucial to reduce emotional distress and health risks.
research Risk-Benefit Ratio in the Treatment of Psoriasis with Systemic Retinoids
Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.
research Radioimmunoassay of Minoxidil in Human Serum
Minoxidil levels measured in human blood.
research Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase
New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
research The Endocrinology of Baldness
Hormones and genetics play key roles in male and female baldness, which can affect mental health and may be linked to other health issues.