research Steroidogenesis of the testis – new genes and pathways
New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.
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research Corticosteroids for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Corticosteroids, especially prednisone, improve short-term muscle strength in Duchenne muscular dystrophy but have manageable side effects.
research Glucocorticoids and Risk of Venous Thromboembolism in Asthma Patients Aged 20–59 Years in the United Kingdom’s CPRD 1995–2015
Higher doses of glucocorticoids increase the risk of blood clots in asthma patients.
research Successful alopecia universalis treatment with the combination of cyclosporine and oral corticosteroid: a case report
A combination of cyclosporine and oral corticosteroid successfully regrew hair in a 19-year-old with alopecia universalis.
research Long‐term outcomes of intravenous corticosteroid pulse therapy for rapidly progressive alopecia areata: A single‐center retrospective analysis of 106 cases and usefulness evaluation of a scoring system originally designed for half‐year efficacy prediction for extended periods
Intravenous corticosteroid therapy is effective for long-term hair regrowth in alopecia areata, and a scoring system helps predict treatment success and relapse.
research Concomitant androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata successfully treated with a combination of topical corticosteroids and minoxidil solution: A case report
research Oxidative Stress in Alopecia Areata and its Association with Disease Severity, Treatment and Autoimmunity
Corticosteroids may not effectively control oxidative stress in alopecia areata, possibly leading to relapses.
research New Synthesis of Methyl 3β-Hydroxy-5-androstene-17β-carboxylate
A new method was developed to make a compound used in finasteride and epristeride with a 69% yield.
research Virilizing adrenocortical oncocytoma in a toddler
A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.
research Topical use of calcipotriol does not potentiate squaric acid dibutylester effectiveness in the treatment of alopecia areata
Calcipotriol does not improve the effectiveness of squaric acid dibutylester in treating alopecia areata.
research Role of allopregnanolone biosynthesis in acute stress-induced anxiety-like behaviors in mice
Blocking allopregnanolone production in mice makes them more anxious after stress, but this can be reversed with a drug that mimics allopregnanolone.
research Applications of Hair as a Record of Systemic Exposure to Cortisol
Hair cortisol content can indicate cortisol exposure and varies with age, puberty, and BMI in youth.
research Association Between Hair Cortisol Levels AndKeratoconus: A Prospective Study
Higher cortisol levels might be linked to worsening keratoconus.
research Case Report: ACTH- and CRH-secreting pheochromocytoma as a very rare cause of ectopic Cushing syndrome
A rare tumor caused unusual hormone production leading to Cushing syndrome.
research Generalised Glucocorticoid Resistance
Generalized glucocorticoid resistance causes hormone imbalances and varied symptoms due to gene mutations.
research General practitioner’s pitfalls of intralesional corticosteroid in alopecia areata: In vitro models
Incorrect injection of corticosteroids for alopecia areata can cause skin problems.
research Effects of Dehydroepiandrosterone Therapy on Pubic Hair Growth and Psychological Well-Being in Adolescent Girls and Young Women with Central Adrenal Insufficiency: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Phase III Trial
DHEA treatment helps grow pubic hair and boosts mood in girls with adrenal issues.
research Diagnostic imaging in congenital adrenal hyperplasia – how does it help?
Imaging helps detect adrenal gland issues and monitor treatment in congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and can identify tumors affecting fertility.
research Epitestosterone
Epitestosterone may counteract testosterone's effects and has roles in body processes like prostate growth and hair distribution.
research Neurosteroid allopregnanolone attenuates development of nicotine withdrawal behavior in mice
Allopregnanolone may help prevent nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
research Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and the heterozygote carrier
Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.
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 Structural studies of two solid steroid compounds
Androsterone and finasteride have different solid forms, with new findings correcting previous errors and identifying a new form.
research 1379 Cyclosporin A suppresses TGF-β2 expression via calcineurin/NFAT pathway in human dermal papilla cells
Cyclosporin A, a drug, reduces TGF-β2 expression in skin cells, potentially causing excessive hair growth through a process involving the calcineurin/NFAT pathway.
research A Review of Topical Corticosteroid Foams
Topical corticosteroid foams are effective, safe, and easy to use for treating various skin conditions.
research A Preliminary Assessment of Steroid Reproductive Hormones in Archaeological Human Hair Utilizing a Modified Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) Technique
Steroid hormones can be preserved in ancient hair, revealing insights into past health and fertility.
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 Hair steroid before and after COVID-19 in preschoolers: the moderation of family characteristics
Family dynamics affect preschoolers' stress levels, especially DHEA.
research Update on pulse corticosteroid therapy for the management of alopecia areata
Pulse corticosteroid therapy helps many with severe alopecia areata regrow hair, but has side effects.
research Prognostic factors in methylprednisolone pulse therapy for alopecia areata
Methylprednisolone pulse therapy works best for recent and specific types of severe alopecia areata.