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research Alopecia: unapproved treatments or indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
research Benign prostatic hyperplasia and male lower urinary symptoms: A guide for family physicians
Family doctors can manage older men with urinary symptoms using exams, tests, and medications.
research Intraethnic variation in steroid-5-alpha-reductase polymorphisms in prostate cancer patients: a potential factor implicated in 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor treatment
Genetic differences within ethnic groups may affect prostate cancer treatment effectiveness.
research Widespread and eruptive comedonal lesions with alopecia
A man with skin and hair symptoms improved partially with specific treatment.
research Dutasteride/finasteride
Man experienced post-finasteride syndrome symptoms after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss.
research A Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review on Cynomorium songaricum as Functional and Medicinal Food
Cynomorium songaricum has many health benefits and could help with hair regrowth.
research Treatment response to conventional and novel therapies in chronic prostatitis
Combining different treatments may be needed to effectively manage chronic prostatitis.
research Aknede Hormonal Tedavi
Hormonal treatments effectively manage acne in some women, especially with specific hormonal issues.
research New Drugs: Dutasteride
Dutasteride is approved to help manage prostate enlargement.
research Case Report: Successful Treatment of Alopecia Universalis With Tofacitinib and Increased Cytokine Levels: Normal Therapeutic Reaction or Danger Signal?
Tofacitinib regrew hair in a man with total hair loss but raised cytokine levels, needing more research on possible side effects.
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 Adverse effects of common medications on male fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
research Extrarenal Expression of 25-Hydroxyvitamin D3-1α-Hydroxylase1
The enzyme for activating vitamin D is found in many body tissues, not just the kidneys.
research Evaluation of men on finasteride.
Finasteride reduces prostate size and serum levels, helping manage benign prostatic hyperplasia, without affecting prostate cancer detection. Regular monitoring is needed for users.
research Alpha linolenic acid and linoleic acid and their effects on therapeutic regimen of canine dermatoses
Alpha linolenic acid and linoleic acid help treat inflammatory skin conditions in dogs.
research Proinflammatory cytokines regulate epidermal stem cells in wound epithelialization
Certain immune system proteins are important for skin healing but can cause problems if there are too many of them.
research PIGMENTATION AND HAIR GROWTH IN BLACK RATS, AS MODIFIED BY THE CHRONIC ADMINISTRATION OF THIOUREA, PHENYL THIOUREA AND ALPHA-NAPHTHYL THIOUREA1
Thiourea compounds affect hair growth and pigmentation in black rats.
research Update on hidradenitis suppurativa: connecting the tracts
The document concludes that Hidradenitis suppurativa is often underdiagnosed, lacks definitive treatment, and requires better awareness and management strategies.
research Characterization of Cutaneous Photoxicity Induced by Topical Alpha-Terthienyl and Ultraviolet A Radiation
Low-dose topical alpha-terthienyl may be a safer option for treating skin conditions with light therapy.
research Comparison of Different Alpha-blocker Combinations in Male Hypertensives with Refractory Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
The doxazosin plus tamsulosin combination improved symptoms effectively with fewer side effects.
research Updates on Hirsutism: A Narrative Review
The review suggests a comprehensive approach to treat hirsutism, focusing on hair removal, medication, and managing emotional effects.
research Drug-Induced Melasma in Patients on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause melasma, especially in people with darker skin.
research Supplementary Material for: Drug-Induced Melasma in Patients on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause melasma, especially in people with darker skin.
research 41761 Alpha-gal Syndrome for the Dermatologist
Dermatologists should consider alpha-gal syndrome in patients with unexplained chronic skin issues.
research 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Medicines called 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, are useful for treating enlarged prostate and male pattern hair loss.
research Regulation of the metabolic phenotype of human hepatocytes by glucocorticoids and androgens
Glucocorticoids reduce fat production in liver cells, while androgens increase it in females; manipulating certain enzymes can influence these effects.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Association between 5-alpha reductase inhibition and risk of hip fracture.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors do not increase hip fracture risk.
research CHARACTERIZATION OF PHOTOSENSITIZING EFFECTS BY TOPICAL DELIVERY OF ALPHA-TERTHIENYL AND UVA
Topical alpha-terthienyl with UVA may safely treat psoriasis without cancer risk.
research Predictive factors for adverse dermatological events during pegylated/interferon alpha and ribavirin treatment for hepatitis C
Older age, pre-existing skin conditions, cirrhosis, and pegylated interferon use increase the risk of skin issues during hepatitis C treatment.