research The 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride reduces opioid self-administration in animal models of opioid use disorder
Finasteride reduces opioid use and withdrawal symptoms in animals.
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630-660 / 1000+ resultsresearch Immunologic Studies in Patients With Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata may be caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles.
research Taiwanese Dermatological Association consensus on the diagnosis and management of alopecia areata
Experts recommend personalized treatment plans for alopecia areata, using corticosteroids and minoxidil for mild cases, and stronger medications for severe cases.
research Graham-Little Syndrome — a rare entity of both scarring and non-scarring alopecia concomitance
Graham-Little syndrome causes hair loss and skin bumps, with difficult treatment options.
research DERMAL-EPIDERMAL INTERACTIONS
Hair loss is mainly caused by hormones, autoimmune issues, and chemotherapy, and needs more research for treatments.
research 5α-Reductases In Human Physiology: an Unfolding Story
We need to learn more about 5α-reductases and neuroactive steroids to safely make drugs targeting these enzymes.
research 5α-Reductases in Human Physiology: An Unfolding Story
Enzymes called 5α-reductases have many body functions and need more research to safely use inhibitors.
research The skin as an endocrine organ
The skin produces and processes hormones, affecting both local and overall body functions.
research An overview on 5α-reductase inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors, like Finasteride and Dutasteride, help manage benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Membrane androgen receptors may mediate androgen reinforcement
Androgen self-administration might be controlled by membrane receptors, not nuclear ones.
research Cutaneous lupus erythematosus: clinico-pathologic correlation
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a chronic skin disease that can progress to systemic lupus in some cases and requires treatment to prevent recurrences and scarring.
research Profibrotic Subsets of SPP1+ Macrophages and POSTN+ Fibroblasts Contribute to Fibrotic Scarring in Acne Keloidalis
Corticosteroids can reduce scarring in acne keloidalis by targeting specific cells.
research Laser therapy in superficial morphea lesions – indications, limitations and therapeutic alternatives
Excimer laser therapy can be an alternative for treating superficial morphea when topical steroids don't work.
research Phytochemical, Chemotaxonomic and Bioinformatics Study on Laportea bulbifera (Urticaceae)
*Laportea bulbifera* contains unique compounds that may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Taxonomical, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Reviews of Musa sapientum var. Paradisiaca.
Musa paradisiaca and M. sapientum have potential health benefits, but need more scientific validation.
research Comparative Efficacy Study Combination of Oral Methotrexate and Prednisolone versus Oral Methotrexate in Patients with Lichen Planopilaris
Methotrexate alone is as effective and safe as combining it with prednisolone for treating Lichen planopilaris.
research Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp in a paediatric male
A 13-year-old boy with a rare scalp condition improved significantly with isotretinoin, minoxidil, oral steroids, and antiseptic shampoo.
research Treatment modalities for lymphocytic and neutrophilic scarring alopecia
Early treatment is key for permanent hair loss disorders, with options ranging from medications and phototherapy to immunomodulators and antibiotics, depending on severity and type.
research 019 Herpes simplex virus infection in pemphigus patients: a prospective study
Herpes simplex virus infections should be considered in pemphigus patients to avoid unnecessary changes in treatment.
research Symptoms: Pruritic Skin Lesions
The woman has Discoid Lupus Erythematosus and needs specialist care.
research Hereditary 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D-resistant rickets with alopecia resulting from a novel missense mutation in the DNA-binding domain of the vitamin D receptor
A new gene mutation causes vitamin D resistance and rickets, treatable with calcium therapy.
research Efficacy of Topical Finasteride 0.5% vs 17α-Estradiol 0.05% in the Treatment of Postmenopausal Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective, Single-Blind Study of 119 Patients
Topical finasteride works faster and better than 17α-estradiol for postmenopausal hair loss.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy of Antihistamines in the combined therapy for Alopecia Areata
Combining antihistamines with topical treatment improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Bicalutamide: A review
Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.
research A puzzling Presentation of Alopecia Areata: Sudden-Onset Whitening of Hair and its Spontaneous Resolution
The man's hair turned white suddenly but returned to normal on its own in 6 months.
research Bioactive metabolites of edible mushrooms efficacious against androgenic alopecia: Targeting SRD5A2 using computational approach
Certain compounds found in edible mushrooms may help treat hair loss.
research The Biological Actions of Dehydroepiandrosterone Involves Multiple Receptors
DHEA affects multiple receptors and may help with metabolic issues, but its safety and effectiveness in humans are unclear.
research Structure and Expression of a New Complementary DNA Encoding the almost Exclusive 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase/Δ5-Δ4-lsomerase in Human Adrenals and Gonads
Human adrenals and gonads have a unique enzyme for steroid hormone production.
research Understanding, recognizing, and managing toxicities of targeted anticancer therapies
Targeted anticancer therapies can cause severe side effects similar to traditional chemotherapy, but with different types.
research Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?
Creatine is safe, not a steroid, and boosts muscle and performance without causing kidney damage or hair loss.