research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
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research Association Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Coronary Artery Disease in Young Male Patients
Hair loss linked to heart disease in young men.
research An Epidemiological Study of Androgenic Alopecia in 3114 Korean Patients
Smoking and drinking worsened hair loss in men with genetic hair loss, while eating and sleeping habits didn't; genetics played a bigger role than environment in hair loss.
research Antiandrogen Therapy for Skin and Hair Disease
Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.
research Topical Absorption and Systemic Toxicity
Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.
research Curcumin Derivatives Inhibit Testicular 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase 3
Curcumin and its derivatives can block an enzyme important for making testosterone, with one derivative being particularly strong.
research Clinical Updates in Hair
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
research Structures of Three Polycystic Kidney Disease-Like Domains from Clostridium Histolyticum Collagenases ColG and ColH
The study concludes that certain domains in Clostridium histolyticum enzymes are structurally unique, bind calcium to become more stable, and play distinct roles in breaking down collagen, with potential applications in medicine and drug delivery.
research Evaluation of RU58841 as an Anti-Androgen in Prostate PC3 Cells and a Topical Anti-Alopecia Agent in the Bald Scalp of Stumptailed Macaques
RU58841, a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, showed potential as a topical treatment for hair loss, increasing hair density, thickness, and length without systemic side effects in Stumptailed Macaques.
research No Metabolic Impact of Surgical Normalization of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women with Ovarian Androgen-Secreting Tumors
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research Commentary: Unroofing for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Why and How
Unroofing is an effective, less invasive, and cost-effective surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa with low recurrence and improved patient quality of life.
research N-Acyl Arylsulfonamides as Novel, Reversible Inhibitors of Human Steroid Sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness involves hormone-related hair thinning, shorter hair, and inflammation.
research The Effect of Anti-Androgens on the Response of Rat Preputial Glands to Testosterone
New compounds can block testosterone effects in rats and might help treat conditions like prostate cancer and acne.
research High-Dose Pulsed Corticosteroid Therapy Combined with Methotrexate for Severe Alopecia Areata in Childhood
High-dose corticosteroids and methotrexate had a modest effect on severe childhood alopecia, but side effects and relapse were concerns.
research An Ultrastructural Study on Corkscrew Hairs and Cigarette-Ash-Shaped Hairs Observed by Dermoscopy of Tinea Capitis
Corkscrew and cigarette-ash-shaped hairs in tinea capitis are caused by internal hair degradation and external resistance.
research Enhanced Viability and Neural Differentiation Potential in Poor Post-Thaw Human Adipose-Derived Stem Cells by Agarose Multi-Well Dishes and Spheroid Culture
Spheroid culture in agarose dishes improves survival and nerve cell growth in thawed human fat-derived stem cells.
research Application of Baricitinib in Dermatology
Baricitinib shows promise as a new treatment for certain skin conditions like alopecia areata.
research Oral Administration of Low-Dose Bisphenol A Promotes Proliferation of Ventral Prostate and Upregulates Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Expression in Adult Rats
Low doses of BPA can increase prostate growth and change hormone levels in adult rats.
research Androgen- and Estrogen-Secreting Adrenal Cancers
Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.
research The Nutritional Biochemistry of Wool and Hair Follicles
Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.
research Risk of Valproic Acid-Related Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Valproic acid increases the risk of hair loss more than other drugs, especially in migraine patients, and lamotrigine may be a safer alternative.
research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Ppp2r2a Knockout Mice Reveal That Protein Phosphatase 2A Regulatory Subunit, PP2A-B55α, Is an Essential Regulator of Neuronal and Epidermal Embryonic Development
The PP2A-B55α protein is essential for brain and skin development in embryos.
research Allopregnanolone Is Required for Prepulse Inhibition Deficits Induced by D1 Dopamine Receptor Activation
Allopregnanolone is needed for certain brain processing issues caused by D1 dopamine receptor activation.
research Preparation of 4-Aryl-2-Trifluoromethylbenzonitrile Derivatives as Androgen Receptor Antagonists for Topical Suppression of Sebum Production
Scientists made a chemical (compound 4e) that can be applied on skin to reduce oil production, which can help with acne, but it might cause skin sensitivity to light.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Shortness of Breath: An Uncommon Side-Effect of Cyproterone Acetate in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cyproterone acetate can cause rare shortness of breath in women.
research Prostaglandin D2 Uses Components of ROS Signaling to Enhance Testosterone Production in Keratinocytes
Prostaglandin D2 increases testosterone production in skin cells through a process involving reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants may help treat hair loss.
research Miniaturization of Sebaceous Glands: A Novel Histopathological Finding in Pemphigus Vulgaris and Pemphigus Foliaceus of the Scalp
People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.