research 11 Treatment of hirsutism and acne with cyproterone acetate
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.
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research Malva verticillataseed extracts upregulate the Wnt pathway in human dermal papilla cells
Malva verticillata seed extract might help treat hair loss by activating hair growth signals in skin cells.
research Photobiomodulation for the management of alopecia: mechanisms of action, patient selection and perspectives
Light therapy can stimulate hair growth and is more effective when started early, but more research is needed on its long-term effects and optimal use.
research Evaluating Antiinflammatory and Antiandrogenic Effects of Garden Cress (Lepidium sativum L.) in HaCaT cells
Garden cress extract may help treat skin inflammation and androgen-related disorders.
research Intracrine and Myotrophic Roles of 5α-Reductase and Androgens
Muscles can make their own androgens, which may help muscle growth.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and its Use for Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecias: A Narrative Review
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can promote new hair growth and increase hair density, but its effectiveness varies depending on the type of hair loss.
research Prepubertal pattern hair loss
Children under 10 can experience hair thinning without hormone issues, and it may improve with treatment.
research Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency revisited: an update with a special focus on adolescent and adult women
The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
research Androgen receptors and their biology
Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
research TR3 is preferentially expressed by bulge epithelial stem cells in human hair follicles
TR3 is mainly found in hair follicle stem cells and may be involved in hair loss.
research Pediatric Dermatology Photoquiz: A 14-Year-Old Boy with Abrupt-Onset Hair Changes
A 14-year-old boy was diagnosed with a rare hair condition that may lead to hair thinning and has no known effective treatments.
research Efficacy of finasteride for treating patients with androgenetic alopecia who are pileous in other areas: A pilot study in Japan
Finasteride is more effective for hair loss in people with body hair.
research The Modulation of Aromatase and Estrogen Receptor Alpha in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells by Dexamethasone: A Novel Mechanism for Selective Action of Estrogen via Estrogen Receptor Beta?
Dexamethasone may influence hair growth by altering estrogen receptor activity in hair cells.
research Hirsutism: A Clinico-investigative Study
Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.
research Hirsutism: diagnosis and treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research Genetic and molecular aspects of androgenetic alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
research Genetics and Pathophysiology of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
The document concludes that patient outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are often not ideal because of poor management and a need for better diagnosis and treatment methods.
research Pharmacologic Modulation of Sebaceous Gland Activity: Mechanisms and Clinical Applications
The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.
research Hirsutism due to polycystic ovarian syndrome: An integrative review of pathophysiology and management
Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
research Anti-androgenic effect of sesquiterpenes isolated from the rhizomes of Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb.
Germacrone from Curcuma aeruginosa may help treat conditions related to male hormones by blocking a specific enzyme.
research Pharmacological and Phytochemical Updates on Citrullus colocynthis & Citrullus lanata
Citrullus colocynthis and Citrullus lanatus have potential health benefits but may also cause reproductive toxicity.
research Comment on Seasonal Hair Shedding
Hair shedding increases at the end of summer due to seasonal changes.
research Synthesis of phenanthridin-3-one derivatives: Non-steroidal inhibitors of steroid 5-α-reductase
New chemicals were made that can block an enzyme linked to hair loss, prostate growth, and acne.
research 11-Oxyandrogens in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Girls with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to excess hair growth, but these androgens don't help diagnose PCOS.
research Using the Mechanisms of Action Involved in the Pathogenesis of Androgenetic Alopecia to Treat Hair Loss
Combining different drugs can improve hair loss treatment.
research A Case of Lean Idiopathic Hirsutism not Having Insulin Resistant Unresponsive to Conventional Treatment for Hirsutism-A Case Report
Idiopathic hirsutism may be linked to increased skin enzyme activity, and new treatments like laser and eflornithine cream show promise.
research Overcoming the Low Bioavailability of Apigenin: The Therapeutic Efficacy for Androgenetic Alopecia Through Topical Administration
Apigenin may effectively promote hair growth for androgenetic alopecia when applied topically.
research PATHOBIOLOGY OF ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
The exact causes of baldness are not fully understood, limiting treatment options.
research Clinical biochemistry of dihydrotestosterone
Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.