research Safety concerns regarding 5α reductase inhibitors for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.
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research Oral zinc sulphate causes murine hair hypopigmentation and is a potent inhibitor of eumelanogenesisin vivo
Oral zinc sulphate reduces dark hair color in mice.
research Decreased Alcohol Consumption Among Former Male Users of Finasteride with Persistent Sexual Side Effects: A Preliminary Report
Finasteride use may lead to less alcohol consumption in men with lasting sexual side effects.
research Analysis of quantitative changes in hair growth during treatment with chemotherapy or tamoxifen in patients with breast cancer: a cohort study
Chemotherapy causes hair loss starting soon after treatment begins and recovers about 3 months after ending, while tamoxifen does not significantly affect hair growth.
research Applications of steroid drugs entrapped in cyclodextrins
Cyclodextrins improve how steroid drugs work and are used in marketed medications and environmental applications.
research The Steroidogenesis Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces the Response to Both Stressful and Rewarding Stimuli
Finasteride reduces response to stress and rewards, affecting behavior and mental health.
research Neuropsychological Assessment in Elderly Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated with Dutasteride
Dutasteride does not impair mental function in elderly men with enlarged prostate.
research Update on Drugs Used to Treat Endocrine Diseases in Small Animals
New drugs are improving treatment for hormone-related diseases in small pets.
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 Polycystic ovary syndrome and the differential diagnosis of hyperandrogenism
The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.
research MANAGEMENT OF ENDOCRINE DISEASE Hyperandrogenic states in women: pitfalls in laboratory diagnosis
Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
research Safety aspects of androgen treatment with 5α-dihydrotestosterone
DHT is a strong androgen that may pose less risk to the prostate compared to testosterone.
research Trends in the Development of New Drugs for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed to be more effective and have fewer side effects.
research Retinoids for Chemoprophylaxis of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Retinoids can prevent skin cancer in high-risk people but have side effects and require more research on dosing and effectiveness.
research The corpus cavernosum after treatment with dutasteride or finasteride: A histomorphometric study in a benign prostatic hyperplasia rodent model
Dutasteride caused more penile tissue changes than finasteride, possibly increasing erectile dysfunction risk.
research Hirsutism and virilisation.
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
research Androgenetic alopecia and COVID ‐19: A review of the hypothetical role of androgens
Possible link between androgens and COVID-19 severity; more research needed.
research Viable terminal scalp hair follicles constitute a necessary and sufficient biological end‐organ that conditions clinical efficacy of finasteride in males with male pattern hair loss without implying reversal of miniaturized follicles
Finasteride works for hair loss by maintaining existing hair follicles, not reversing miniaturization.
research Hair Loss and Hair Restoration in Women
Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.
research An update on diagnosis and treatment of female pattern hair loss
Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
research Clomiphene citrate rescue of spermatogenesis in men with infertility while remaining on finasteride: A case report
Clomiphene citrate improves fertility in men taking finasteride for hair loss.
research Role of Environmental Factors and Gonadotoxin Exposure in Unexplained Male Infertility
Environmental factors and exposure to toxins may contribute to male infertility by affecting sperm and hormone function.
research Proceedings of the RAMI Intern Section Meeting, 18th January 2014
The meeting discussed medical findings, including benefits of certain treatments for cancer and heart conditions, and highlighted issues like poor adherence to preventive measures and skill gaps among interns.
research Exploring phytoandrogens: A review of their potential in health and medicine
Phytoandrogens from plants may help treat low testosterone naturally.
research Diagnosis and treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome: an update
PCOS is managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and a healthy diet.
research Finasteride Quantification in Human Plasma by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography Coupled to Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry. Application to a Comparative Pharmacokinetics Study
New method measures finasteride in plasma, finds two formulations bioequivalent.
research Beneficial effects of finasteride on hepatic and pulmonary immune response after trauma hemorrhage in mice
Finasteride improves immune response and reduces organ damage after trauma hemorrhage in mice.
research Treatment of hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research The role of serotonin, ferritin, and hematological profiles in female pattern hair loss
Iron deficiency is linked to female pattern hair loss.
research The Role of Androgens in Health and Disease in Females: A Narratıve Review
Androgens affect many aspects of female health, and more research is needed to understand their roles and treatment potential.