research Vitamin D metabolism and function in the skin
Skin cells produce and activate vitamin D, which regulates skin functions and supports hair growth.
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research Selective non-steroidal inhibitors of 5α-reductase type 1
Selective non-steroidal inhibitors of 5α-reductase type 1 can help treat DHT-related disorders.
research Sphingolipid metabolism orchestrates the establishment of the adult hair follicle stem cell niche to control skin homeostasis
A specific enzyme is essential for proper hair follicle stem cell development and healthy skin.
research An Adult With Hair Loss! a Rare Case of Non-Classical 3β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (3β HSD) Deficiency
A woman's hair loss and other symptoms were due to a rare hormone deficiency treatable with steroids.
research Vitamin D deficiency in non-scarring and scarring alopecias: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Vitamin D deficiency is common in people with certain types of hair loss, like alopecia areata and female pattern hair loss.
research Identifying 17-β-HSD3 Deficiency in Patients with Karyotype 46,XY Misdiagnosed with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome: A Pediatric Case Report
Accurate diagnosis and early specialist referral are crucial for managing 46,XY Disorders of Sex Development.
research Vitamin C Deficiency-Induced Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Vitamin C supplementation can resolve pulmonary arterial hypertension caused by vitamin C deficiency.
research Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency and Androgen Activation Before and After Puberty
In STSD patients, the body compensates for low androgen levels by increasing another enzyme's activity.
research Role of the soluble epoxide hydrolase in the hair follicle stem cell homeostasis and hair growth
The enzyme sEH is important for hair growth and its inhibition could help treat hair loss.
research New Insights into Testosterone Biosynthesis: Novel Observations from HSD17B3 Deficient Mice
Mice without the enzyme HSD17B3 still produce normal testosterone, suggesting they have different ways to make it compared to humans.
research Minoxidil restores thymic growth in 22q11.2 deletion syndrome by limiting Sox9+ chondrocyte expansion
Minoxidil helps restore thymus size in 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
research C‐reactive protein as a novel biomarker for vitamin D deficiency in alopecia areata
High CRP levels could indicate vitamin D deficiency in people with alopecia areata.
research Mineral Deficiencies: A Root Cause for Reduced Longevity in Mammals
Not getting enough minerals can lead to health problems and shorter lifespans.
research Biotin and biotinidase deficiency
Biotin and biotinidase are essential to prevent health issues, and deficiencies require lifelong supplementation.
research SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein S1-Mediated Endothelial Injury and Pro-Inflammatory State Is Amplified by Dihydrotestosterone and Prevented by Mineralocorticoid Antagonism
Spironolactone may help reduce COVID-19 severity in men by blocking harmful effects of certain hormones.
research Nagashima-Type Palmoplantar Keratosis: A Common Asian Type Caused by SERPINB7 Protease Inhibitor Deficiency
Nagashima-type palmoplantar keratosis in Asians is caused by a SERPINB7 gene mutation.
research Ligand-Independent Vitamin D Receptor Actions Essential for Keratinocyte Homeostasis in the Skin
Non-liganded Vitamin D Receptor is crucial for healthy skin and hair.
research The Hormonal Background of Hair Loss in Non-Scarring Alopecias
Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
research Serum brain‐derived neurotrophic factor and vitamin D: Two concordant players controlling depression among alopecia areata and vitiligo patients: A case–control study
Low levels of BDNF and vitamin D are linked to higher depression in alopecia areata and vitiligo patients.
research Association Between Trichoscopic Features and Serum Hormone Levels and Vitamin D Concentration in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia in Eastern China: A Cross-Sectional Study
Higher SHBG levels are linked to less severe hair loss in women, but vitamin D levels don't seem to affect hair loss.
research Hirsutism-A Comprehensive Update of Embryology, Aetiopathogenesis and Therapeutic Approach
The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.
research Unusual presentation with polymenorrhagia and markedly high 17-hydroxy progesterone levels in a lady with Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.
A woman with non-classic CAH had unusual heavy periods and high hormone levels, improved with treatment.
research Synthesis and 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity of C21 Steroids Having 1,4-diene or 4,6-diene 20-ones and 4-Azasteroid 20-Oximes
Three specific 4-azasteroid-2-oximes showed strong enzyme inhibition, but less than finasteride.
research Vitamin D and skin diseases: A review
Vitamin D is important for skin health and can help treat psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo.
research Gray Hair: From Preventive to Treatment
Gray hair can potentially be managed or reversed with treatments that boost melanin production and address nutritional deficiencies.
research Cholesterol promotes hair growth through activating sympathetic nerves and enhancing the proliferation of hair follicle stem cells
Cholesterol helps hair grow by activating nerves and boosting hair follicle stem cells.
research Effects of mitotane treatment on human steroid metabolism: implications for patient management
Mitotane changes steroid breakdown, affecting cortisol availability.
research Dermatologic care of patients with differences of sex development
Dermatologists are crucial in providing personalized care for patients with sex development differences.
research Rare and Underappreciated Causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
research Vitamin D and the Skin: A Review for Dermatologists
Vitamin D is important for skin health, but more research is needed to understand its full effects and treatment potential.