research Off-Label Uses of Abrocitinib: Review of Emerging Therapeutic Applications beyond Atopic Dermatitis
Abrocitinib shows promise for treating various skin conditions beyond atopic dermatitis.
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840-870 / 1000+ resultsresearch Ovarian steroid cell tumor in a teenager masquerading as polycystic ovary syndrome: a case report and literature review
Accurate diagnosis is crucial to distinguish between PCOS and rare ovarian tumors in teens with similar symptoms.
research The Effects of Single Testosterone Administration and Stress Induction on Steroid Hormone Levels in Hair
Testosterone increases hair testosterone levels, stress raises hair cortisol, and relationship status affects hormone levels.
research A trial of 1% minoxidil used topically for severe alopecia areata.
1% minoxidil didn't improve hair growth for severe alopecia areata.
research Increased Polyamine Concentrations in the Hair of Cancer Patients
Hair can be used to measure cancer-related chemicals noninvasively.
research Contact Alopecia: Improvement of Alopecia with Discontinuation of Fluocinolone Oil in Individuals Allergic to Balsam Fragrance
Stopping the use of fluocinolone oil containing balsam fragrance improved hair regrowth in children allergic to it.
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 Ovarian sex steroid receptors and sex hormones in androgenized rats
High doses of nandrolone decanoate disrupt ovarian hormones and receptors in rats, with recovery only at lower doses and longer recovery times.
research Supraphysiological Dose of Testosterone Impairs the Expression and Distribution of Sex Steroid Receptors during Endometrial Receptivity Development in Female Sprague–Dawley Rats
High doses of testosterone disrupt hormone levels and receptor expression in the uterus, affecting fertility.
research Alopecia Universalis and Chronic Graft-vs-Host Disease Treated With Ruxolitinib
Ruxolitinib may help treat hair loss and symptoms in patients with chronic graft-versus-host disease.
research Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) as an Early Biomarker and Therapeutic Target in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.
research Sex steroid hormones are associated with mortality in COVID-19 patients
Low testosterone and SHBG levels are linked to higher COVID-19 death rates.
research The 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3-independent actions of the vitamin D receptor in skin
The vitamin D receptor helps regulate skin and hair health independently of its usual vitamin D ligand.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It’s Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research Synthesis and biological evaluation of novel unsaturated carboxysteroids as human 5α-reductase inhibitors: A legitimate approach
New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
research Brain allopregnanolone induces marked scratching behaviour in diet-induced atopic dermatitis mouse model
A brain-produced steroid causes increased scratching in mice with a skin condition similar to eczema.
research Simultaneous Determination of Selected Steroids with Neuroactive Effects in Human Serum by Ultrahigh-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry
A new method accurately measures nine neuroactive steroids in small blood samples, helping to study brain diseases.
research Hair-Based Assessment of Sex Steroid Hormones in Patients with Anorexia Nervosa
Hair analysis shows low progesterone in anorexia patients, unchanged by short-term weight gain.
research The Mechanisms of Anabolic Steroids, Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators and Myostatin Inhibitors
Anabolic steroids boost muscle growth, SARMs increase muscle mass and bone density without side effects, and myostatin inhibitors block a protein that stops muscle growth, but each has potential risks.
research Natural Product-Inspired Bis(trifluoromethyl) Phenyl Hydroxycinnamate Derivatives as Promising Nonsteroidal Inhibitors of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase Type-1: Synthesis, In Vitro, and In Silico Studies
New compounds show promise as nonsteroidal treatments for hair loss.
research Low-level light therapy and hair loss
Low-level light therapy is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, increases hair count and strength, and is considered safe for use.
research Potential use of the Asteraceae family as a cure for diabetes: A review of ethnopharmacology to modern day drug and nutraceuticals developments
Asteraceae plants may help treat diabetes, but more research is needed.
research Pectin Nanoparticle-Loaded Soft Coral Nephthea sp. Extract as In Situ Gel Enhances Chronic Wound Healing: In Vitro, In Vivo, and In Silico Studies
The gel with coral extract and pectin nanoparticles helps heal chronic wounds.
research Off-label uses of retinoids in dermatology
Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
research Drug Repurposing Patent Applications July–September 2025
New drug uses show promise but need more research.
research Keratosis Pilaris-like Eruption during Treatment of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors: Literature Review and Report of a Case Related to Imatinib
Some leukemia treatments can cause skin reactions similar to keratosis pilaris.
research Off‐Label Use of Topical Ruxolitinib in Dermatology: A Systematic Literature Review and Current Perspectives
Topical ruxolitinib may help some skin conditions but needs more research for alopecia areata.
research Medical Treatment of Recurrent Intussusception Associated With Intestinal Lymphoid Hyperplasia
Oral steroids may effectively treat recurrent intussusception in children with ILH, possibly avoiding surgery.
research The Implication of Neuroactive Steroids in Tourette's Syndrome Pathogenesis: A Role for 5α‐Reductase?
Neuroactive steroids and the enzyme 5α-reductase might be involved in the development of Tourette's syndrome.
research Long-term dutasteride therapy in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia alters glucose and lipid profiles and increases severity of erectile dysfunction
Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.