research Biological activity of novel progesterone derivatives having a bulky ester side chains at C-3
The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.
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research Optimization of the method for the culture of melanocyte precursors from hair follicles and their activation by 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3
1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 helps melanocyte precursors from hair follicles grow and produce melanin, aiding vitiligo treatment understanding.
research Treatment of hirsutism: comparisons between different antiandrogens with central and peripheral effects
Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research A phase I safety study of topical calcitriol (BPM 31543) for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA).
Topical calcitriol is safe for preventing hair loss during chemotherapy.
research Assessment of Vitamin D Level in Patients of Alopecia Areata
Low vitamin D levels are common in people with Alopecia Areata.
research Value of hormonal levels in patients with male androgenetic alopecia treated with finasteride: better response in patients under 26 years old
Finasteride works better for hair loss in patients 26 or younger.
research Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D in non‐scarring alopecia: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
People with non-scarring hair loss often have lower vitamin D levels than those without hair loss.
research Evaluation of the efficacy of transdermal drug delivery of calcipotriol plus betamethasone versus tacrolimus in the treatment of vitiligo
Calcipotriol plus betamethasone with microneedling works better than tacrolimus for treating vitiligo.
research sQuiz your knowledge! Anogenital and distal erythema, alopecia, and diarrhoea
CAL-PDT is safer and more effective for treating actinic keratosis on the scalp.
research Medications Altering Sex Hormone Balance and Risk of Advanced Liver Disease in HCV-infected Males
Methadone may worsen liver fibrosis in males with HCV.
research BH07: Testosterone deficiency in men with female pattern hair loss
Low testosterone levels may contribute to female pattern hair loss in men.
research Alert to US physicians: DHEA, widely used as an OTC androgen supplement, may exacerbate COVID-19
The over-the-counter supplement DHEA could make COVID-19 worse, especially in diabetics and people with G6PD deficiency.
research Standardization of Eclipta Alba by HPTLC, HPLC and AAS
The research confirmed that certain methods are reliable for standardizing Eclipta alba and ensuring its safety and quality in herbal products.
research The use of liposomes in the topical application of steroids
Liposomes are not better than acetone for applying DHT on skin.
research Serum Vitamin D Level in Pediatric Alopecia Areata
Vitamin D deficiency is common in children with and without alopecia areata, and more research is needed.
research ANTIANDROGEN TREATMENT OF POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: An Overview
Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common genetic disorder that can cause a range of symptoms and requires personalized treatment.
research Trends in the prescribing pattern of spironolactone for acne and hidradenitis suppurativa in adolescents
Doctors are prescribing spironolactone more often to treat acne and skin conditions in teenagers, and it seems safe and well-tolerated.
research Determination of finasteride in human serum by LC-MS/MS
A reliable method was developed to measure finasteride levels in human serum.
research An Open Randomized Comparative Study of an Oral Contraceptive Containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyproterone Acetate with and without the GnRH Analogue Goserelin in the Long-Term Treatment of Hirsutism
The oral contraceptive alone is the preferred treatment for hirsutism, as adding the GnRH analog showed no significant benefit.
research Treatment of hirsutism with a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist and estrogen replacement therapy
The combination therapy reduced hirsutism in women with PCOD and was well-tolerated.
research 9 Role of 5α-reductase in health and disease
5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Hyperandrogenism, Elevated 17-Hydroxyprogesterone and Its Urinary Metabolites in a Young Woman with Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor, Not Otherwise Specified: Case Report and Review of the Literature
A young woman's symptoms suggested PCOS, but tests and surgery confirmed and treated a rare ovarian tumor, resolving her condition.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism*
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
research Rapid high-performance liquid chromatogaphic method for detection of interindividual differences in carcinogen metabolism
Human hair follicles can assess carcinogen metabolism and imidazole compounds might be effective anticarcinogens.
research Treatment of Alopecia Totalis
Higher doses of prednisone and triamcinolone acetonide successfully treated 8 out of 10 alopecia totalis patients.
research Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D levels in alopecia areata, female pattern hair loss, and male androgenetic alopecia in a Chinese population
Low vitamin D levels are linked to different types of 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 Vitamin D3 and chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Vitamin D3 may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but side effects and cancer cell protection are concerns.