research Progestogen-only pill associates with false-positive aldosterone/renin ratio screening test
The birth control pill with only progestogen can cause a false alarm in a hormone test.
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30 / 1000+ results research A perspective on small molecules targeting the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system and their utility in cardiovascular diseases: exploring the structural insights for rational drug discovery and development
Targeting the RAAS with small molecules can improve cardiovascular disease treatments.
research Antioxidants and Long Covid
The conclusion suggests that managing antioxidant levels and the calcium to magnesium ratio may help address Long Covid and related chronic fatigue conditions.
research Diagnostic approach to low‐renin hypertension
Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
research Protective cardiovascular and renal actions of vitamin D and estrogen
Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.
research Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19: an endocrinology perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics of Minoxidil
Minoxidil treats high blood pressure and side effects can be managed.
research Human genetic basis of coronavirus disease 2019
Genetic differences affect COVID-19 severity and treatment development.
research Studying the correlation of renin-angiotensin-system (RAS) components and insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOs)
The study found a significant link between the renin-angiotensin system and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Rare Challenges in Diagnosing Cushing’s Syndrome and Primary Aldosteronism: A Case Report of a Female With a Negative Workup
The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.
research Increased frequency of the DI genotype of the angiotensin-I converting enzyme and association of the II genotype with insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome
The study suggests certain ACE gene variations are more common in women with PCOS and may be linked to increased insulin resistance.
research Adrenal causes of endocrine hypertension in childhood or adolescence
Adrenal disorders often cause high blood pressure in young people.
research Pharmacology of different progestogens: the special case of drospirenone
Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.
research Adrenal Disorders and the Paediatric Brain: Pathophysiological Considerations and Clinical Implications
Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.
research Long-term physiological trends and their drivers: linking hair hormone concentrations with telemetry data in GPS-collared Serengeti wildebeest
Wildebeest stress and hormone levels are influenced by food availability, human presence, and reproductive cycles.
research The laboratory in the multidisciplinary diagnosis of differences or disorders of sex development (DSD)
Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.
research Dermatological medication effects on male fertility
Some dermatological medications can impair male fertility, so consult a doctor before trying to conceive.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Exploring Hypertension and Cardiometabolic Implications
PCOS may increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart issues.
research Chemical pharmacotherapy options for managing adult acne
The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
research Increased plasma renin by vasodilators promotes the progression of abdominal aortic aneurysm
Vasodilators may worsen abdominal aortic aneurysm.
research Aldosterone- and cortisol-cosecreting adrenal adenoma, ovarian hyperthecosis and breast cancer
The conclusion is that thorough investigation of hypertension and hormonal dysfunctions is important, and there may be a link between these conditions and cancer.
research Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids in hair: facilitating accurate diagnosis of adrenal-related endocrine disorders
Hair analysis can help diagnose adrenal disorders non-invasively.
research A Large Benign Adrenocortical Adenoma Cosecreting Testosterone and Cortisol
A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.
research Pharmacological Approaches to Controlling Cardiometabolic Risk in Women with PCOS
Treatments for PCOS aim to reduce androgen levels and improve insulin sensitivity to lower cardiometabolic risk.
research Commonalities Between COVID-19 and Radiation Injury
Some drugs may help treat both COVID-19 and radiation injury.
research Molecular Mechanisms Lead to Sex-Specific COVID-19 Prognosis and Targeted Therapies
Men are more at risk for severe COVID-19 due to biological differences, suggesting the need for targeted treatments.
research Female Serum HER2 Expression: Its Association With Metabolic Syndrome and Treatment Drug Response
Lowering HER2 levels with certain drugs may reduce metabolic syndrome risk in women.
research Effect of Nutritional Restriction on the Hair Follicles Development and Skin Transcriptome of Chinese Merino Sheep
Poor maternal nutrition can lead to fewer wool follicles in Chinese Merino sheep.
research Association of ACE2, Insulin Resistance, and Other Parameters in Obese Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients Infected with COVID-19
PCOS women with COVID-19 have higher cardiometabolic risks.
research Metabolic Syndrome Prevalence in Psoriasis
People with psoriasis are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome than those without psoriasis.