research Molecular genetics of androgen insensitivity
Mutations in the androgen receptor gene cause different levels of androgen insensitivity, making it hard to create simple tests for the condition.
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research Retinoids
Retinoids are effective for skin conditions like severe acne and psoriasis but must be used with caution due to potential side effects and risks during pregnancy.
research Gender differences in skin: A review of the literature
Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
research Ichthyosis
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.
research The role of androgen and androgen receptor in skin-related disorders
Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
research Prospective investigation of risk factors for prostate cancer in the UK Biobank cohort study
Black ethnicity, prior PSA tests, enlarged prostate, and family history increase prostate cancer risk; Asian ethnicity, obesity, smoking, diabetes, and less sexual activity or no children decrease risk.
research Male pattern baldness and the risk of prostate cancer
Men who experienced baldness at age 20 may have double the risk of getting prostate cancer.
research Hair problems in women
Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
research Therapeutic experience with oral finasteride for androgenetic alopecia in female-to-male transgender patients
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in transgender men with few side effects.
research Long-term use of 5α-reductase inhibitors and the risk of male breast cancer
Taking 5α-reductase inhibitors does not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer in men.
research Recent Advances in the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activity of New Steroidal Antiandrogens and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.
research Novel inhibitors of 5α-reductase
New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
research The role of diet in the management of psoriasis: a scoping review
Higher fiber intake may reduce psoriasis severity, but more research is needed for effective dietary strategies.
research Considerations in genetic counseling of transgender patients: Cultural competencies and altered disease risk profiles
Genetic counselors should be culturally skilled and aware of transgender patients' unique health risks and needs.
research Evaluation of ovarian reserve and function in female patients treated with oral isotretinoin for severe acne: an exploratory study
Oral isotretinoin for severe acne can change hormone levels but does not significantly affect ovarian function.
research Novel Vitamin D Receptor Mutations in Hereditary Vitamin D Resistant Rickets in Chinese
New mutations in the VDR gene cause vitamin D-resistant rickets without hair loss.
research Bioequivalence of a single 10-mg dose of finasteride 5-mg oral disintegrating tablets and standard tablets in healthy adult male Han Chinese volunteers: A randomized sequence, open-label, two-way crossover study
Finasteride 5-mg oral disintegrating tablets and standard tablets are bioequivalent in healthy adult male Han Chinese volunteers.
research Hormonal and reproductive factors and risk of upper gastrointestinal cancers in men: A prospective cohort study within the UK Biobank
Men with frontal male pattern baldness may have a higher risk of gastric cancer.
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research Synthesis of Spiro[cyclohexane-1,2?-[2H]indene] derivatives as inhibitors of steroid 5?-reductase
Compound 15a was effective in inhibiting 5α-reductase.
research Topical RT1640 treatment effectively reverses gray hair and stem cell loss in a mouse model of radiation‐induced canities
RT1640 treatment reverses gray hair and promotes hair growth in mice.
research A Meta-Analysis on the Relationship Between Hair Dye and the Incidence of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Using hair dye may slightly increase the risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, especially with long-term use.
research Differential impact of environmental factors on systemic and localized autoimmunity
Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
research GC–MS profiling and in silico prediction of MAPK receptor activation by fatty acids of watercress oil for hair growth marketed in Saudi Arabia
Watercress oil may promote hair growth by activating specific receptors.
research Efficacy and Influence Factors of 308‐nm Excimer Lamp with Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Using a 308-nm excimer lamp with minoxidil promotes hair growth in Alopecia Areata patients, especially younger ones or those with smaller bald spots.
research Possible association between androgenic alopecia and risk of prostate cancer and testicular germ cell tumor: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Baldness, especially at the front, may lower the risk of testicular cancer by 31%, but its link to prostate cancer is unclear.
research AN AYURVEDA APPROACH TO COMBAT TOXICITY OF CHEMO-RADIOTHERAPY IN CANCER PATIENTS
Ayurveda, using herbs like ginger, garlic, and turmeric, can reduce chemo-radiotherapy side effects in cancer patients.
research Biochemical and Histopathological evaluation of prostatic tissue under effect of Pterostilbene in benign prostatic hyperplasia rat model
Pterostilbene significantly reduces prostate enlargement and has strong antioxidant effects.
research An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects
Herbal formula shows promise for hair loss treatment.
research Association between male pattern baldness and testicular germ cell tumor: a meta-analysis
Baldness may lower the risk of testicular cancer.
research Crystal Structure and Synthesis of 17α-Hexanoyloxy-16β-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione
A new compound that could treat various androgen-related conditions was created and analyzed.