research Androgenetic alopecia in men and women
Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.
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600-630 / 1000+ results research Evaluation of an eucalyptus oil containing topical drug delivery system for selected steroid hormones
The eucalyptus oil system improved skin delivery of hormones, but safety concerns remain.
research Causes of hair loss and the developments in hair rejuvenation
Some hair loss can be treated, especially in women due to nutrition, but some types remain untreatable.
research The influence of selected steroid hormones on the physicochemical behaviour of DPPC liposomes
Steroid hormones change the size, charge, and stability of DPPC liposomes.
research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5a-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts*
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
research Interaction between dermal papilla cells and follicular epithelial cells in vitro: effect of androgen.
Testosterone helps beard and axillary hair cells grow by releasing growth factors from dermal papilla cells.
research Androgens and Antiandrogens
Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.
research Animal models of androgen-dependent disorders of the pilosebaceous apparatus
Testosterone causes hair loss in AGA mice, which are good for testing baldness treatments, and both minoxidil and cyproterone acetate can prevent this hair loss.
research Skin permeation of different steroid hormones from polymeric coated liposomal formulations
Polymers increased skin permeation and stability of steroid hormones in liposomal formulations.
research Hair Biology
The document explains hair biology, the causes of hair loss, and reviews various hair loss treatments.
research Interventions for hirsutism (excluding laser and photoepilation therapy alone)
Some medicines can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to compare treatments and consider side effects.
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.
research Becker's nevus associated with chromosomal mosaicism and congenital adrenal hyperplasia
High androgen levels and genetic factors likely cause Becker's nevus and related symptoms.
research Androgens and Anti-androgen Therapy
Antiandrogen therapy, like cyproterone acetate, effectively treats acne, hirsutism, and hair loss.
research Is There a Role for Antiandrogen Therapy for Hidradenitis Suppurativa? A Systematic Review of Published Data
Antiandrogen therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa lacks strong evidence and needs more research.
research The mRNA for Protease Nexin-1 is Expressed in Human Dermal Papilla Cells and its Level is Affected by Androgen
Human skin cells contain Protease Nexin-1, and male hormones can decrease its levels, potentially affecting hair growth.
research The investigation and management of hirsutism
The document says that hirsutism in women usually needs hair removal and hormone treatment to manage symptoms and improve well-being.
research Pharmacological basis for clinical use of antiandrogens
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by blocking male sex hormones.
research Relapse of hirsutism following long‐term successful treatment with oestrogen–progestogen combination
Most patients experienced hirsutism again after stopping hormone treatment, indicating long-term treatment is needed to maintain results.
research Current Aspects of Antiandrogen Therapy in Women
Antiandrogen therapy is effective and well tolerated for treating women's androgenic disorders like hirsutism, acne, and hair loss.
research Die kontrazeptive Betreuung androgenisierter Frauen mit einem niedrig dosierten cyproteronacetathaltigen Einphasenpräparat
Diane is effective for treating acne, seborrhoea, androgenic alopecia, and mild hirsutism in women.
research Effects of Antiandrogen Treatment on the Sexuality of Women with Hyperandrogenism
Antiandrogen treatment can reduce sexual enjoyment in women with excess male hormones, especially those in stable relationships.
research Objective Assessment of Treatment Response in Hirsutism
The treatment slowed hair growth but didn't always match the improvements seen by doctors or patients.
research Therapeutic options in the polycystic ovary syndrome
The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.
research Androgen binding to cytosol and nuclei of hamster sebaceous glands
Dihydrotestosterone specifically binds to hamster sebaceous glands, with a higher affinity than testosterone.
research The use of hormonal agents in the treatment of acne
Hormonal treatments effectively treat acne in females and could reduce antibiotic use.
research ANTIANDROGENS AND THE SKIN
Antiandrogens can treat acne, hirsutism, and seborrhea by reducing sebum production and androgen action.
research Hyperandrogenismus, adrenale Dysfunktion und Hirsutismus
Excessive male hormones in women cause symptoms like unwanted hair growth, and treatment requires careful medical evaluation.
research Female pattern hair loss
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
research What’s new in hidradenitis suppurativa?
The document concludes that awareness and understanding of hidradenitis suppurativa are increasing, but effective treatments are still needed.