research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.
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research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Assessment of adipokines, hormonal profile, lipid profile, and insulin resistance in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is linked to insulin resistance and hormonal imbalances.
research Does an apple a day keep away diseases? Evidence and mechanism of action
Eating apples can help prevent heart disease, cancer, and other conditions because they have healthy plant chemicals.
research Phytochemistry, pharmacological activity, and potential health benefits of Glycyrrhiza glabra
Licorice has many health benefits but should be used carefully due to possible side effects.
research Cellular actions of testosterone in vascular cells: Mechanism independent of aromatization to estradiol
Testosterone affects vascular cells directly without converting to estradiol.
research Mendelian randomization analysis of the causal relationship between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and androgenic alopecia
Higher LDL cholesterol may increase the risk of hair loss, while HDL cholesterol does not.
research The pathogenesis and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome: What’s new?
New treatments for PCOS show promise, including both medication and non-medication options.
research Prevalence of the metabolic syndrome in African populations: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Metabolic syndrome is common in African populations, needing urgent prevention and treatment.
research An Overview of the Health Benefits, Extraction Methods and Improving the Properties of Pomegranate
Pomegranate has health benefits and new methods are improving its use in supplements.
research Pharmacological Approaches to Controlling Cardiometabolic Risk in Women with PCOS
Treatments for PCOS aim to reduce androgen levels and improve insulin sensitivity to lower cardiometabolic risk.
research Comparison clinical and metabolic effects of metformin and pioglitazone in polycystic ovary syndrome
Both metformin and pioglitazone improve PCOS symptoms, but pioglitazone is a good alternative for those who can't take metformin.
research Endocrine effects of long-term calcineurin inhibitor use in solid organ transplant recipients
Long-term use of calcineurin inhibitors in transplant patients can cause hormone issues that can be managed with proper care.
research An Overview of Growth Factors as the Potential Link between Psoriasis and Metabolic Syndrome
Abnormal growth factor metabolism may link psoriasis and metabolic syndrome, and obesity can affect psoriasis treatment effectiveness.
research Are South African Wild Foods the Answer to Rising Rates of Cardiovascular Disease?
South African wild foods may help prevent cardiovascular disease.
research Association between VEGF gene polymorphisms (11 sites) and polycystic ovary syndrome risk
Certain changes in the VEGF gene can increase or decrease the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Subclinical Atherosclerosis in Alopecia Areata: Usefulness of Arterial Ultrasound for Disease Diagnosis and Analysis of Its Relationship with Cardiometabolic Parameters
Alopecia areata patients have a higher risk of subclinical atherosclerosis, and carotid ultrasound can help assess their cardiovascular risk.
research Dyslipidaemia in women with polycystic ovary syndrome referred to a teaching hospital in Cape Town, South Africa
Many women with PCOS have abnormal cholesterol levels, needing careful management.
research Depression, higher level of tension induction, and impaired coping strategies in response to stress in women with PCOS correlate with clinical and laboratory indices of hyperandrogenism and not with central obesity and insulin resistance
Women with PCOS have more depression and stress due to high androgen levels, not obesity or insulin resistance.
research Genetic Association Between Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the APOA5 rs662799 and PLIN1 rs894160 Metabolic Variants in the Western Saudi Population: A Case-Control Study
Certain genetic variants may increase the risk of developing PCOS.
research British Association of Dermatologists guidelines on the efficacy and use of acitretin in dermatology
Acitretin is effective for severe skin conditions but has significant side effects and requires careful monitoring.
research Therapeutic, Prophylactic, and Functional Use of Probiotics: A Current Perspective
Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
research Oxidative Stress and Skin Diseases: The Role of Lipid Peroxidation
Lipid peroxidation worsens skin diseases but may help treat cancer.
research Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, Toxicological, and Pharmacological Properties of Ziziphus lotus (L.) Lam.: A Comprehensive Review
Ziziphus lotus is a safe plant with potential health benefits, but more research is needed.
research Skin disease related to metabolic syndrome in women
Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
research Chemistry, Pharmacology and Therapeutic Potential of Decursin: A Promising Natural Lead for New Drug Discovery and Development
Decursin shows promise for treating cancer, neuroprotection, inflammation, and hair loss.
research Causal Effects of Lipids-Related Metabolites on Androgenic Alopecia: A Mendelian Randomization Study
Certain fats in the blood are linked to an increased risk of male pattern baldness.
research Long-term Prophylaxis with Androgens in the management of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) in emerging countries
Long-term use of androgens can help manage Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) but may cause serious side effects, so alternative treatments with fewer side effects are being considered.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
research Pathology of Mouse Models of Accelerated Aging
Progeroid mouse models show signs of early aging similar to humans, helping us understand aging better.