research The Mossman–Pacey Paradox
Men using steroids or finasteride to look more attractive may harm their fertility and sexual function, creating a paradox where they seem fit but may be less able to reproduce.
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Hormonal contraceptives and related compounds can increase health risks like thrombosis and affect sexual function.
research Oral Minoxidil Therapy in Hair Loss: Where Do We Stand?
Oral minoxidil is effective for various hair loss types and may improve male sexual function, but aspirin can reduce its effectiveness.
research Expression and roles of steroidogenic acute regulatory (StAR) protein in ‘non-classical’, extra-adrenal and extra-gonadal cells and tissues
The protein StAR is found in 17 different organs and can affect hair loss and brain functions, but its full role is not yet fully understood.
research Roles of steroid sulfatase in brain and other tissues
Steroid sulfatase is important for activating hormones that affect memory, brain function, and certain diseases, and could be a target for treating hormone-related disorders.
research PHARMACOLOGICAL BASIS FOR CLINICAL USE OF ANTIANDROGENS
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
research Multiple readout assay for hormonal (androgenic and antiandrogenic) and cytotoxic activity of plant and fungal extracts based on differential prostate cancer cell line behavior
The study created a test that found hormonal and toxic effects in plant and fungal extracts using prostate cancer cells.
research Female pattern hair loss: beyond an androgenic aetiology?
Estrogen and prolactin may play bigger roles in female hair loss than previously thought.
research Spermatogenic and Androgenic Potential of Nephrolepis biserrata on Testosterone- Propionate Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia In Male Wistar Rats
Nephrolepis biserrata may improve fertility and reduce prostate issues in males.
research Is Dihydrotestosterone a Classic Hormone?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.
research Cutaneous malignant melanoma incidences analyzed worldwide by skin type over advancing age of males and females: Evidence estrogen and androgenic hair are risk factors
Estrogen and androgenic hair increase melanoma risk, especially in European-ancestry individuals.
research Anabolic–Androgenic Steroids and Brain Damage: A Review of Evidence and Medico-Legal Implications
Anabolic-androgenic steroids can damage the brain, causing mood and cognitive problems.
research Anabolic-androgenic steroids. Mechanism of action and clinical effects
Anabolic-androgenic steroids are dangerous and educating people about their risks is essential.
research Anabolic androgenic steroids impact on cardiovascular risk and cardiovascular events. The literature review
Anabolic-androgenic steroids increase the risk of heart problems.
research Exploring the efficacy evaluation model for androgenic alopecia using hair organoids: Transcending conventional hair research
Hair organoids are effective for testing hair loss treatments.
research Potential application of PBM use in hair follicle organoid culture for the treatment of androgenic alopecia
Light therapy might help treat hereditary hair loss by improving hair follicle growth in lab cultures.
research Shame and self-esteem in androgenic alopecia patients
Higher self-esteem in men with androgenic alopecia leads to less shame and more openness.
research Clinical severity does not reliably predict quality of life in women with alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, or androgenic alopecia
How bad a woman's hair loss is doesn't always match how it affects her happiness and daily life.
research Lactiplantibacillus plantarum ZJUIDS51 improves androgenic alopecia via gut-skin axis
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum ZJUIDS51 can help regrow hair and improve scalp health in androgenic alopecia.
research 9209 Functional Evaluation Of Novel CYP21A2 Variants: Expanding The Genetic Basis Of Non-classic CAH
Certain genetic variants impair enzyme activity, contributing to non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research Spironolactone
Spironolactone helps reduce hospital visits and death from heart issues, lowers blood pressure, but has unclear effects on heart failure with normal heart pump function and can cause high potassium and breast enlargement in men.
research MON-218 Inflammatory Role of Sex Steroids in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: An Androgenic Phenotype
Sex hormones may be linked to inflammation in Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
research Finasteride Adverse Effects in Subjects with Androgenic Alopecia: A Possible Therapeutic Approach According to the Lateralization Process of the Brain
Finasteride side effects may be reduced by considering brain differences.
research Pituitary Effects of Metformin in Men With Early‐Onset Androgenic Alopecia
Metformin reduces certain hormone levels in men with early-onset hair loss.
research Evaluation of Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Sansevieria Trifasciata P. on Alopecia Androgenic Rabbit Male
Sansevieria trifasciata P. extracts, especially the ethyl acetate fraction, effectively promote hair growth in male rabbits with hair loss.
research Innovative Reports on the Effects of Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Abuse—How to Lose Your Mind for the Love of Sport
Abusing steroids can damage your heart, muscles, reproductive system, liver, skin, and brain, and may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
research Strengthening the cellular function of dermal fibroblasts and dermal papilla cells using nanovesicles extracted from stem cells using blue light-based photobiomodulation technology
Blue light-enhanced nanovesicles from stem cells improve skin and hair cell function, offering a safer treatment for skin and hair disorders.
research Role of Non Androgenic Factors in Hair loss and Hair Regrowth
Eating a balanced diet with vitamins, micronutrients, and antioxidants is important for hair health and can help with hair loss.
research A Randomized Trial of Oral DHEA Treatment for Sexual Function, Well-Being, and Menopausal Symptoms in Postmenopausal Women with Low Libido
DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.
research Bioarchitectural Design of Bioactive Biopolymers: Structure–Function Paradigm for Diabetic Wound Healing
Bioactive biopolymers can improve diabetic wound healing by enhancing tissue regeneration.