research Is the metabolism of testosterone to 5α-dihydrotestosterone required for androgen action in the skin?
Testosterone conversion to 5α-DHT may not be essential for its effects on the skin.
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research Animal models of androgen-dependent disorders of the pilosebaceous apparatus
Testosterone causes hair loss in AGA mice, which are good for testing baldness treatments, and both minoxidil and cyproterone acetate can prevent this hair loss.
research Treatment of androgenic disorders with dexamethasone: Dose-response relationship for suppression of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate
Lower doses of dexamethasone can safely reduce high DHEAS levels in women with androgenic disorders.
research Androgen Receptor Actions Modify Skin Structure and Chemical Carcinogen-induced Skin Cancer Susceptibility in Mice
Androgen receptor inactivation delays skin cancer onset and reduces incidence in mice, with gender differences in susceptibility.
research Skin disorders in diabetes mellitus
Diabetes can cause a variety of skin disorders, some of which may signal more serious health issues.
research Methotrexate-associated lymphoproliferative disorder: Sequential development of angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma-like lymphoproliferation in the lymph nodes and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in the skin in the same patient
Stopping methotrexate might reverse lymphoma-like conditions in some patients.
research Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Disorder of Androgen Metabolism in the Male
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia may be caused by changes in how the body processes male hormones.
research 7 Regulation of androgen receptor and 5α-reductase in the skin of normal and hirsute women
The exact cause of increased 5α-reductase activity leading to hirsutism in women is still unknown.
research Nanoemulgels: A new approach for the treatment of skin-related disorders
Nanoemulgels improve skin disorder treatment by delivering drugs more effectively and reducing application frequency.
research Role of skin microbiome and exosomes in Hair regeneration and disorders in diseases like Alopecia, Acne: A comprehensive review
Restoring microbial balance and using exosome therapies may help treat hair disorders like alopecia and acne.
research Disorders of the skin appendages
The document concludes that proper recognition and treatment of skin appendage disorders are important for management.
research Drug-Induced Skin, Nail and Hair Disorders
Some drugs can cause skin, nail, and hair problems, which are important for healthcare professionals to recognize and report.
research Androgenetic alopecia: An autosomal dominant disorder
Hair loss in androgenetic alopecia is caused by genetic factors and androgen excess, and can be treated with combined therapies.
research Stress-related skin disorders
Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.
research Pattern of Skin disorders across age groups
Skin infections and eczema were most common in all ages, acne in teens and young adults, and nutritional skin problems and infestations in children.
research Skin Academy: Hair, skin, hormones and menopause – current status/knowledge on the management of hair disorders in menopausal women
Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.
research Follicular and Scarring Disorders in Skin of Color: Presentation and Management
The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
research New Insights Into the Relationship Between the Skin and Endocrine Disorders
Dermatologists can help diagnose endocrine disorders like PCOS and metabolic syndrome by looking at skin symptoms.
research Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors for the treatment of skin and hair disorders: a review of literature
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin and hair disorders but need more research on long-term safety and effectiveness.
research Updates in the understanding and treatments of skin & hair disorders in women of color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
research Dermoscopy of Hair and Scalp Disorders (Trichoscopy) in Skin of Color—A Systematic Review by the International Dermoscopy Society “Imaging in Skin of Color” Task Force
More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.
research Sebocytes are the Key Regulators of Androgen Homeostasis in Human Skin
Sebocytes play a key role in controlling androgen levels in human skin.
research The Distribution of Estrogen Receptor β Is Distinct to That of Estrogen Receptor α and the Androgen Receptor in Human Skin and the Pilosebaceous Unit
Estrogen Receptor ß (ERß) is the main hormone controller in human skin and hair follicles, not Estrogen Receptor α (ERα) or the Androgen Receptor (AR).
research Androgenic alopecia may have evolved to protect men from prostate cancer by increasing skin exposure to ultraviolet radiation
Male pattern baldness might have evolved to help protect against prostate cancer by increasing UV radiation on the scalp.
research The endocannabinoid system of the skin. A potential approach for the treatment of skin disorders
Targeting the skin's endocannabinoid system could help treat skin disorders.
research Expression of type 1 5α-reductase and metabolism of testosterone in reconstructed human epidermis (SkinEthic®): a new model for screening skin-targeted androgen modulators
The study created a new method to test drugs that affect hormone processing in skin.
research Novel trends of frequency, demographics and clinical presentation of skin disorders in only public hospital in south of Lahore: A Descriptive observational study over 1 year.
Infectious skin diseases like scabies and fungal infections are common but treatable in Lahore, especially in summer.
research Response to: “Rethinking biotin therapy for hair, nail, and skin disorders”
The authors agree that biotin may help certain hair disorders but lacks evidence for use in healthy people and call for more research.
research Use of Botulinum Toxin for Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Botulinum toxin injections can help treat common hair loss in men, but more research is needed to confirm this and understand how it works.
research An Unusual Case of Contact Dermatitis
A man developed an allergic skin reaction from a therapy cap used for hair loss treatment.