research Adverse Effects and Safety of 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors (Finasteride, Dutasteride): A Systematic Review.
5-alpha reductase inhibitors are generally safe but can cause sexual side effects and require patient education on risks.
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research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
research Enduring sexual dysfunction after treatment with antidepressants, 5α-reductase inhibitors and isotretinoin: 300 cases
Antidepressants, 5α-reductase inhibitors, and isotretinoin can cause long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
research Steady-state pharmacokinetics of oral testosterone undecanoate with concomitant inhibition of 5α-reductase by finasteride
Finasteride doesn't affect oral testosterone undecanoate, and high DHT levels may cause acne, prostate issues, and hair loss.
research The VEGF +405 G>C 5' untranslated region polymorphism and risk of PCOS: a study in the South Indian Women
The VEGF +405G allele may increase the risk of PCOS in South Indian women.
research Evaluation of bioequivalence of five 0.1 mg dutasteride capsules compared to one 0.5 mg dutasteride capsule: a randomized study in healthy male volunteers
Taking five small dutasteride capsules is the same as taking one larger capsule.
research Nestin as a marker of unipotent epithelial progenitor cells differentiate into outer root sheath keratinocytes in embryonic and adult hair follicles
Nestin-expressing cells turn into a specific type of skin cell in hair follicles during development and in adults.
research Nestin as a marker of unipotent epithelial progenitor cell differentiation into outer root sheath keratinocytes in embryonic and adult hair follicles
Nestin marks cells that can become a specific type of skin cell in hair follicles of both developing and adult mice.
research Combined Corticosteroid and Minoxidil Therapy for Early Recovery in Radiation-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report
Combining corticosteroids and minoxidil can quickly regrow hair lost from radiation.
research Survey of pediatric dermatologist views on treatment for alopecia areata
Pediatric dermatologists have varied preferences for treating alopecia areata in children, with no standard FDA-approved treatments and some using JAK inhibitors despite risks.
research The urologic impact of long-term finasteride 1-mg use for androgenic alopecia: a matched-cohort database analysis
Long-term finasteride use may lead to earlier use of ED medication and lower prostate cancer diagnosis rates.
research Alpinia zerumbet: A Review of the Chemistry, Quantity, and Pharmacological Properties of Selected Kavalactones
Shell ginger contains kavalactones that promote hair growth and have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity effects.
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 Risks and side effects in the medical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Medications for BPH can have significant side effects, so understanding these risks is important for treatment decisions.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.
research Hair loss due to aripipirazole use: a case report
Stopping aripiprazole can reverse its side effect of hair loss.
research ABO Blood Grouping of Non-medullated Scalp Hair Using Immunohistochemical Staining
The modified staining method can determine the ABO blood group of hair samples accurately.
research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.
research Methotrexate for induction of remission in ulcerative colitis
Methotrexate is not proven effective for inducing remission in ulcerative colitis.
research Inhibition of Rat 5α-Reductase Activity and Testosterone-Induced Sebum Synthesis in Hamster Sebocytes by an Extract ofQuercus acutissimaCortex
An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
research Biosynthesis of Dihydrotestosterone by a Pathway that Does Not Require Testosterone as an Intermediate in the SZ95 Sebaceous Gland Cell Line
Dihydrotestosterone can be made from dehydroepiandrosterone in skin cells without needing testosterone.
research Clinical and sociodemographic features of alopecia areata in five Colombian cities: an analysis of the RENAAC registry
Most alopecia areata patients in the study were women, aged 15-49, with patchy hair loss and often had other health conditions.
research Indole-based derivatives effect on rats with polycystic ovary syndrome
Indole-based compounds improved ovarian health in rats with PCOS, with L-Tryptophan and Tryptophol being most effective.
research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Identification of Anabolic Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators with Reduced Activities in Reproductive Tissues and Sebaceous Glands
Two new compounds were found to build bone and muscle without affecting reproductive organs and skin oil glands.
research Hot Stuff: Thermal Imaging Aids in Cellulitis Diagnosis
The document concludes that a protein involved in hair growth may link to baldness and that more research is needed on its role in hair loss and skin cancer treatments.
research Molecular Interactions of New Pregnenedione Derivatives
The new progesterone derivatives effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and bind to the androgen receptor.
research The Men’s Training Cup Keep Training: a masturbation aid improves intravaginal ejaculatory latency time and Erection Hardness Score in patients who are unable to delay ejaculation
The Men's Training Cup Keep Training masturbation aid may help delay ejaculation and improve erectile function.
research Update on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Best treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and intralesional corticosteroids.
research A questionnaire-based survey among Indian dermatologists regarding the management of androgenetic alopecia with a novel formulation containing alcohol-free minoxidil, procapil and finasteride
Indian dermatologists prefer an alcohol-free minoxidil, procapil, and finasteride formulation for treating hair loss.