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November 2006 in “International Journal of Cancer” A49T gene variant linked to higher prostate cancer risk, lower hormone levels, and slightly reduced balding risk.
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September 1986 in “Archives of Dermatology” Women with low SHBG levels and a high 3a-diol G to SHBG ratio are likely to experience female pattern baldness, possibly due to a slight excess of androgens affecting sensitive hair bulbs.
February 2024 in “Cosmetics” The conclusion is that new plant-based treatments for hair loss may work by targeting certain enzymes.
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March 2017 in “Regulatory toxicology and pharmacology” Aleglitazar and its major metabolite are safe enough to proceed to Phase 3 clinical trials.
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January 2017 in “Steroids” Allopregnanolone increases growth and changes gene activity in human brain cancer cells.
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August 2000 in “Journal of Endocrinology” DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.
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June 2000 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Different types of androgens bind differently to two receptors, AR1 and AR2, in Atlantic croaker's brain and ovarian tissues, suggesting these receptors may control different androgen actions in fish.
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May 2018 in “Journal of Molecular Endocrinology” The spiny mouse is a unique menstruating rodent that can help us understand menstruation and reproductive disorders.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology” Certain natural ingredients and lifestyle changes can help manage PCOS symptoms by balancing hormones and improving insulin sensitivity.
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June 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
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January 2010 in “Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience” 3α-androstanediol helps reduce age-related cognitive and mood declines in male rats, unlike testosterone.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that scalp health is influenced by complex factors affecting sebaceous glands, including hormones, aging, and various substances.
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January 2002 in “Folia Pharmacologica Japonica” Minoxidil helps hair grow by improving blood flow and increasing growth factors in hair follicles.
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February 2013 in “Cell reports” The balance between androgen receptor and p53 is crucial for sebaceous gland differentiation.
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March 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis” Certain genetic variations in IGF2BP2 and IGFBP3 are linked to a higher risk of PCOS.
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April 2018 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” PCOS is a complex condition in women that can lead to health issues, and lifestyle changes are the best management approach.
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November 2023 in “Heliyon” Tropical herbs are better for hair care than synthetic additives.
January 2020 in “Archives of urology” Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.
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November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
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June 2001 in “Neuroscience Letters” Finasteride may affect fetal brain development and increase arousal, but more research is needed for safety confirmation.
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May 2019 in “Physiology & Behavior” Cocaine impairs male sexual behavior and alters testosterone metabolism in the brain.
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June 2019 in “Innovare journal of medical sciences” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Neuroactive steroids may affect the risk and treatment of alcohol use disorders.
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April 2015 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” 5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.
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November 2009 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology” Fadrozole and finasteride change gene expression related to sex hormones and thyroid hormones in frog larvae development.
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December 2018 in “Development, Growth & Differentiation” Sex hormones, especially estradiol, can change chicken feather shapes and colors.
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January 1996 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.
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November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” The document concludes that research on sulfatase inhibitors should continue due to their potential in treating various diseases, despite some clinical trial failures.
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July 2013 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride use changes brain chemicals, causing lasting sexual issues and anxiety/depression.
54 citations
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August 2005 in “Alcohol” Finasteride affects alcohol intake in male mice, possibly due to neurosteroids.