research High-dose spironolactone for acne in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A single-institution retrospective study
Higher doses of spironolactone may improve acne in PCOS patients, but side effects are a concern.
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960-990 / 1000+ results research Studies on neurosteroids XXIV. Determination of neuroactive androgens, androsterone and 5α‐androstane‐3α,17β‐diol, in rat brain and serum using liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry
The methods accurately measured brain androgens, showing most 5α-androstane-3α,17β-diol comes from outside the brain, while androsterone is both transported and made in the brain.
research Bimatoprost for the treatment of female androgenetic alopecia—A case report
research The Development and Evaluation of An Ovulation Inhibitor (Diane®) Containing An Antiandrogen
Diane® is an effective contraceptive that also helps treat acne and mild hair growth issues.
research How actual is the treatment with antiandrogen alone in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome?
Antiandrogens help manage PCOS symptoms but need careful monitoring.
research Bicalutamide in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
Bicalutamide may effectively treat female pattern hair loss with minimal side effects.
research Androgen receptor activation integrates complex transcriptional effects in osteoblasts, involving the growth factors TGF-β and IGF-I, and transcription factor C/EBPδ
DHT affects bone growth by altering gene activity in osteoblasts, potentially complicating steroid use.
research A RARE ENCOUNTER
Surgical removal of an adrenal tumor resolved hormonal issues in a young woman.
research Leydig cell ovarian tumour: a rare cause of hyperandrogenism
Leydig cell tumors can cause high testosterone in women and are treated by removing the ovaries.
research Avaliação da estabilidade da Finasterida, estudos de compatibilidade fármaco-excipientes e controle de qualidade das formulações farmacêuticas sólidas do mercado
Finasteride is stable except in high pH, and lactose and magnesium stearate should be replaced in formulations.
research The enzyme and inhibitors of 4-ene-3-oxosteroid 5α-oxidoreductase
Inhibitors of the enzyme 5 alpha-reductase could potentially treat disorders like prostate cancer and baldness.
research MK-386, an Inhibitor of 5α-Reductase Type 1, Reduces Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Serum and Sebum without Affecting Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Semen1
MK-386 lowers DHT in blood and skin but not in semen.
research Dodatek A: Model matematyczny AL/RC/ASE. Functional Androgen Axis (FOA) - wersja operacyjna v1.2
The model improves understanding of androgen interactions by focusing on signal intensity and system capacity.
research A bibliometric analysis of alternative drug therapy options in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Dutasteride is the most studied alternative drug for androgenetic alopecia, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Histological and immunohistochemical examination of the effect of the nonsteroidal antiandrogen {flutamide} on some organs of the male reproductive system in albino rats
Flutamide caused damage to male rat reproductive organs and may affect fertility.
research Efficacy and safety profile of oral spironolactone use for androgenic alopecia: A systematic review.
Oral spironolactone effectively treats hair loss with mild, manageable side effects.
research 105 Spironolactone May be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Genital Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone may cause sexual pain and arousal issues in women, which can improve after stopping the drug and using hormone cream.
research Efectos adversos asociados al uso de anabolizantes en deportistas: revisión sistemática
Anabolic agents can cause cardiovascular and behavioral issues in athletes.
research [Toward an effective treatment of androgenetic alopecia?].
research MON-323 Metastatic Adrenocortical Carcinoma Presenting with Mixed Cushing's and Virilization Syndrome along with Bilateral Pulmonary Emboli
Rapid virilization should be checked for possible ovarian or adrenal cancer.
research Abstract 1718: Topical botanical extract for management of chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
A botanical extract was found to be a safe treatment that may prevent hair loss in chemotherapy patients.
research Opções terapêuticas e perspectivas no tratamento da alopecia androgenética
The document concludes that more research is needed on treatments for hair loss in both men and women, especially on medication combinations and their benefits.
research Novel 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Synthesis, Structure−Activity Studies, and Pharmacokinetic Profile of Phenoxybenzoylphenyl Acetic Acids
A brominated phenoxy compound effectively inhibits a human enzyme and shows potential for clinical use.
research Heterozygous 21‐hydroxylasedeficiency as a cause of hyperandrogenism
A woman's hyperandrogenism was caused by a genetic mutation leading to non-classic adrenogenital syndrome.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Analysis of Proliferation and Apoptosis
research Clinical and hormonal effects of the 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor finasteride in idiopathic hirsutism
research Treatment of hyperandrogenic alopecia in women
Flutamide may slightly improve hair loss in women, but finasteride does not work.
research Cytologic Atypia in a 53-Year-Old Man With Finasteride-Induced Gynecomastia
research ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Efficacy and Safety of Long‐Term Azathioprine Therapy for Severe Alopecia Areata: A 10‐Year Cohort Study
Azathioprine is a safe and effective long-term treatment for severe alopecia areata, significantly improving hair regrowth.