research Spironolactone versus placebo or in combination with steroids for hirsutism and/or acne
Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research Bioactive Compounds of Aristotelia chilensis Stuntz and their Pharmacological Effects
Maqui berry has many health benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
research Relationship Between Male Pattern Baldness and the Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer: An Analysis of the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial
Men with baldness at the front and top of their head at age 45 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Gene expression of type 2 17β hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in scalp hairs of hirsute women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
research HPV8 Field Cancerization in a Transgenic Mouse Model Is due to Lrig1+ Keratinocyte Stem Cell Expansion
HPV8 causes skin cancer by expanding specific skin stem cells.
research Dehydroepiandrosterone for women in the peri- or postmenopausal phase
DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
research Antimüllerian hormone to determine polycystic ovarian morphology
A blood test level of 3.2 ng/mL of Antimüllerian hormone is good for identifying polycystic ovarian morphology in European women aged 25–45.
research Early onset of alopecia areata after dupilumab introduction in a patient with atopic dermatitis
research Male Pattern Baldness in Relation to Prostate Cancer–Specific Mortality: A Prospective Analysis in the NHANES I Epidemiologic Follow-up Study
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of dying from prostate cancer.
research The 5alpha-reductase type 1, but not type 2, gene is expressed in anagen hairs plucked from the vertex area of the scalp of hirsute women and normal individuals
The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.
research A Fibrous Hybrid Patch Couples Cell-Derived Matrix and Poly(l -lactide-co-caprolactone) for Endothelial Cells Delivery and Skin Wound Repair
The new patch made of cell matrix and a polymer improves wound healing and supports blood vessel growth.
research Medicalized Aesthetic Uses of Exosomes and Cell Culture-Conditioned Media: Opening an Advanced Care Era for Biologically Inspired Cutaneous Prejuvenation and Rejuvenation
Exosomes and cell culture-conditioned media improve skin quality and reduce aging signs.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: causes and treatments
A rare scalp condition mainly in older women can be treated with various alternatives to steroids, which may have fewer side effects.
research DNA phenotyping: current application in forensic science
DNA phenotyping helps predict physical traits from DNA with varying accuracy and requires careful ethical and legal handling.
research Acne inversa-like lesions associated with the multi-kinase inhibitor sorafenib
Sorafenib often causes skin side effects, indicating effective cancer treatment.
research Use of hair cortisol as a biomarker for chronic stress in pregnancy
Hair cortisol could be a marker for chronic stress in pregnancy, but depression affects cortisol levels differently.
research Prevention of Temporal Alopecia Following Rhytidectomy: The Prophylactic Use of Minoxidil. a Study of 60 Patients
Using minoxidil before and after facelift surgery can effectively prevent temporary hair loss without causing other complications.
research Mechanisms responsible for progesterone's protection against lordosis-inhibiting effects of restraint II. Role of progesterone metabolites
Allopregnanolone, a progesterone metabolite, helps reduce restraint effects on behavior.
research Silencing the androgen receptor: New skills for antiandrogen oligonucleotide skin and hair therapy
Targeting androgen receptors with antiandrogen oligonucleotides could effectively treat hair loss.
research Variable expressivity of syndromic BMP4-related eye, brain, and digital anomalies: A review of the literature and description of three new cases
BMP4-related anomalies can cause a wide range of eye, brain, and hand/foot problems, and new cases show this variability.
research Circulating and intraprostatic sex steroid hormonal profiles in relation to male pattern baldness and chest hair density among men diagnosed with localized prostate cancers
Baldness in men with prostate cancer is linked to higher levels of certain sex hormones, but chest hair density is not.
research Soy Protein Containing Isoflavones Improves Facial Signs of Photoaging and Skin Hydration in Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Prospective Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial
Soy protein with isoflavones reduces wrinkles and improves skin hydration in postmenopausal women.
research Hair Removal Practices: A Literature Review.
Hair removal methods vary in effectiveness and side effects, with electrolysis being the only permanent solution.
research Biological Profile of Cortexolone 17a-Propionate (CB-03-01), a New Topical and Peripherally Selective Androgen Antagonist
CB-03-01 is a promising skin cream for treating hormone-related skin problems without causing harmful body-wide effects.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome: Challenges in adolescence
Diagnosing and managing PCOS in teens is hard, but early diagnosis and lifestyle changes are key, and more research is needed for long-term health.
research Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma as a Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Study of 14 Cases
PRP injections may slightly improve hair density and count for male hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Growth factor mimetics for skin regeneration: In vitro profiling of primary human fibroblasts and keratinocytes
SUN11602 and ONO-1301 could help in skin healing and creating artificial skin.
research Evaluation of methotrexate-loaded surfactants, ceramides and cholesterol-based lamellar phases as a topical treatment for psoriasis
Methotrexate-loaded formulations showed promise for psoriasis treatment but need careful evaluation.
research Treatment of Crohn's Disease and Concomitant Alopecia Areata With Tofacitinib
Tofacitinib successfully treated hair loss in a Crohn's disease patient who previously used adalimumab.
research Cardiovascular risk in women with premature ovarian insufficiency compared to premenopausal women at middle age
Women with premature ovarian insufficiency have a worse cardiovascular risk profile than premenopausal women.