research Minoxidil increases 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and 5α-reductase activity of cultured human dermal papilla cells from balding scalp
Minoxidil boosts enzymes that help hair growth.
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research Dihydrotestosterone inhibits hair growth in mice by inhibiting insulin-like growth factor-I production in dermal papillae
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) stops hair growth in mice by lowering a growth factor important for hair.
research CLINICAL UPDATES IN HAIR
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
research The Optimal Indication for Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Late Onset Hypogonadism
Testosterone replacement therapy should be used for men with low testosterone levels and symptoms of hypogonadism, after careful diagnosis and considering individual needs.
research Complications with Hair Transplantation
Hair transplant complications are rare with good planning and technique, but risks include infection, bleeding, and patient dissatisfaction.
research Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for doping control of 5α-reductase inhibitors finasteride and dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research The effect of minocycline on the metabolism of androgens by human oral periosteal fibroblasts and its inhibition by finasteride
Minocycline may cause hair loss by increasing DHT levels, but finasteride can help counteract this effect.
research Lisinopril-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report
Lisinopril, a heart medication, probably caused hair loss in a patient, which stopped after switching drugs.
research Confocal microscopy can assess the efficacy of combined microneedling and skinbooster for striae rubrae
Microneedling combined with skinbooster effectively treats striae rubrae, with confocal microscopy confirming collagen changes.
research Androgens in SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Infections
Men, particularly those with hair loss, are more likely to get the virus, and those with prostate cancer may have milder symptoms. Testosterone's role in the disease is unclear, and the virus doesn't seem to harm male fertility. Women with PCOS might be at higher risk. More research is needed.
research Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome: an unusual finding of gastro-intestinal adenomatous polyps in a syndrome characterized by hamartomatous polyps
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome can sometimes show unusual colonic adenomatous polyps.
research Ovarian Leydig cell tumor and postmenopausal hirsutism with signs of virilisation
A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.
research Ishige sinicola extract stimulates osteoblast proliferation and differentiation via the bone morphogenetic protein 2/runt-related gene 2 signalling pathway
Ishige sinicola extract helps bone-building cells grow and mature, which could aid in treating osteoporosis.
research EFFECT OF "AMINOPTERIN" ON EPITHELIAL TISSUES
Aminopterin effectively improves skin conditions but has toxic side effects that need careful monitoring.
research Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome using Free Testosterone levels via Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Induced by Gold Nanostar
A new low-cost method can accurately detect PCOS early by measuring free testosterone levels.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
research Letter to the Editor on “COVID-19 Infection in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy”
The letter suggests testosterone replacement therapy might worsen COVID-19 outcomes.
research A Hair Growth-Enhancing Component of Hydrolysate of Human Placenta: In vitro and In vivo Assessments
IGF-1 from human placenta helps hair grow.
research Wellness claims and men’s health: Bridging the counseling gap in urology
Urologists should guide men on wellness claims, highlighting where evidence supports or contradicts marketing.
research Evaluation of ozonated oil and centella asiatica extract on excisional wound healing in Mice
Ozonated oil and Centella asiatica extract improve wound healing in mice, with each having specific benefits.
research Pharmacology of Induced Artificial Platelets in Regenerative Medicine: Beyond Transfusion
iPSC-derived artificial platelets show promise for consistent and effective regenerative therapies.
research HORMONAL IMPLANTS, BEAUTY CHIP; BENEFITS AND HARMFUL
Hormonal implants have many side effects that often outweigh their benefits.
research 37-Year-Old Man With Fatigue and Erectile Dysfunction
The man's fatigue and erectile dysfunction were improved by treating his obesity-related low testosterone without needing testosterone replacement.
research Hair Loss and Hirsutism Management
Low-level light therapy, possibly combined with other treatments, may become a leading hair loss treatment, while hirsutism often worsens with age and lacks preventive options.
research Trichotillomania Triggered by Vitamin D Deficiency and Resolving Dramatically With Vitamin D Therapy
A girl's hair-pulling condition improved greatly after she started vitamin D treatment.
research Hair Disorders
The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
research A review on Hair Loss & Damage
The article concludes that understanding the causes of hair loss and using continuous treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help manage it, despite potential side effects.
research History and physical examination of polycystic ovary syndrome: Detecting too much or too little
The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.
research Long-term opioid ADR management in cancer patients
Many medications can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth, which is usually reversible after stopping the drug.
research 698 Clinical analysis in young patient with persistent sexual dysfunctions after finasteride assumption to prevent male pattern hair loss
Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting sexual side effects in young males.