research Bad Hair Day: Testosterone and Wnts
Testosterone can both promote hair growth and cause baldness by affecting hair growth signals.
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research The genetically programmed hair growth cycle and alopecia: what is there to know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Gender-specific alteration of steroid metabolism and its impact on viral replication in a mouse model of hepatitis B virus infection
Hepatitis B virus alters steroid hormones in male mice, reducing dihydrotestosterone to inhibit viral replication.
research The impact of obesity on the folliculosebaceous unit
Obesity may worsen hair loss in men and increase hirsutism in overweight or obese individuals, with weight loss recommended for treatment.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
research Effect of flutamide and two novel synthetic steroids on GABA, glutamine and some oxidative stress markers in rat brain and prostate
Flutamide and a new synthetic steroid affected brain and prostate chemicals and showed potential for treating androgen-related conditions and epilepsy.
research Treatment of female pattern hair loss.
Topical minoxidil effectively treats Female Pattern Hair Loss in women of all ages and hormone levels, but evidence for antiandrogens is limited.
research The circulating dihydrotestosterone/testosterone ratio is increased by gut microbial 5α-reductase activity in females
Women have a higher DHT/testosterone ratio than men, possibly due to gut bacteria activity.
research Lean Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS in lean women is a serious health condition with implications beyond fertility, affecting metabolism and increasing cardiovascular disease risk.
research Inflammation in androgenetic alopecia and hair loss: linking neurosciences-endocrinology-dermatology
Hair loss in men may be caused by inflammation triggered by hormones, and treatments reducing inflammation could potentially promote hair growth.
research Use of oral contraceptives in the management of acne
Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
research Hair-growth as anti-aging
Anti-aging treatments like hair transplants, minoxidil, and finasteride effectively promote hair growth.
research 46, XY 5-Alpha Reductase Deficiency in a 36-Year-Old Phenotypic Female Patient
A 36-year-old person with a female appearance but male chromosomes was diagnosed with a rare enzyme deficiency affecting sexual development.
research Regional Dermatology
The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.
research Implanon® and alopecia
The contraceptive implant Implanon may be linked to hair loss, but the reported case of alopecia could be unrelated to the implant.
research Pharmacological inhibition of 5α-reductase in androgenetic alopecia: a comparative narrative review of finasteride and dutasteride, with attention to responder heterogeneity and female pattern hair loss
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss, with dutasteride showing slightly better results.
research Pharmacological inhibition of 5α-reductase in androgenetic alopecia: a comparative narrative review of finasteride and dutasteride, with attention to responder heterogeneity and female pattern hair loss
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss, with dutasteride showing slightly better results.
research Ciclosporin-Induced Generalised Hypertrichosis in a Transgender Woman Receiving Testosterone Blockers
Ciclosporin can cause excessive hair growth even with testosterone blockers.
research Sesamin alleviates androgenetic alopecia by targeting the AR MAPK Wnt axis
Sesamin may help treat hair loss by affecting specific cell pathways.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Associated Acne: The Interplay of Hyperandrogenism, Insulin Resistance, and Therapeutic Strategies
PCOS-related acne can be managed by targeting hormones and insulin resistance.
research Identifying the Active Components and Mechanisms of Persicae Semen in Treating Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from Network Pharmacology and Experimental Evaluations
Amygdalin in Persicae Semen may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and regulating key pathways.
research The Role of Sex Hormones in Skin Health
Sex hormones are crucial for healthy skin and managing skin conditions.
research Body Fat Distribution in Thai Reproductive-Aged Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women Compared with Non-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Women
PCOS women have more arm fat and higher insulin resistance and glucose levels than non-PCOS women.
research The Association between COVID-19 Infection and Gabrin Sign: A Case-Control Study
Androgenic alopecia is linked to more severe COVID-19 and higher mortality.
research Mechanisms of testosterone action
Testosterone works in different ways, including direct interaction with its receptor, conversion to other hormones for specific effects on genitalia, hair, bones, and muscle, and changes in body fat and sexual function when low.
research Fundamentals
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective, low-risk treatments for male hair loss, and patient education on these therapies is important.
research Endocrinology Overview RSS
The document explains how male reproductive hormones work and affect the body.
research Adipose-Derived Stem Cells and Their Secretory Factors for Skin Aging and Hair Loss
Fat-derived stem cells and their secretions show promise for treating skin aging and hair loss.
research Gender Differences in Production and Circulating Levels of Sex Hormones and Their Impact on Aging Skin
Men and women experience skin aging differently due to changes in sex hormone levels with age.
research Reply to ‘What is the effect of obesity on the folliculosebaceous unit?’
Obesity is linked to more severe hair loss in adult men and to excess hair growth, but its effects on hair conditions are complex and need more research.