research Biology of the Hair Follicle: The Basics
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle biology can lead to better hair loss treatments.
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research Probiotic Bacteria Induce a ‘Glow of Health’
Probiotic bacteria improved skin and hair health in aged mice.
research Human Epidermal Neural Crest Stem Cells (hEPI-NCSC)—Characterization and Directed Differentiation into Osteocytes and Melanocytes
Human epidermal neural crest stem cells can become bone and skin pigment cells, making them useful for therapies.
research The effect of metformin on hirsutism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome and insulin-resistant hyperinsulinemia
Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research A combined regimen of cyproterone acetate and testosterone enanthate as a potentially highly effective male contraceptive.
The combination of cyproterone acetate and testosterone enanthate is highly effective in preventing sperm production and could be a good reversible male contraceptive.
research New investigational drugs for androgenetic alopecia
Possible new treatments for common hair loss include drugs, stem cells, and improved transplants.
research Hypertension and Reproduction
Reproductive factors can increase hypertension risk and affect cardiovascular health.
research A review of adipocyte lineage cells and dermal papilla cells in hair follicle regeneration
Cell-based therapies using dermal papilla cells and adipocyte lineage cells show potential for hair regeneration.
research Health-related quality of life questionnaire for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOSQ-50): development and psychometric properties
The PCOSQ-50 is a valid and reliable questionnaire for measuring quality of life in Iranian women with PCOS.
research Sperm aneuploidy in infertile male patients: a systematic review of the literature
Infertile men are more likely to produce sperm with abnormal chromosome numbers, which can affect pregnancy success and embryo health.
research Hepatic Adenoma in an Adolescent With Elevated Androgen Levels
A teenage girl with high androgen levels and PCOS developed a rare liver tumor, suggesting a possible link between high androgens and the tumor's growth.
research Evaluation of hair loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Apocrine sweat gland obstruction by antiperspirants allowing transdermal absorption of cutaneous generated hormones and pheromones as a link to the observed incidence rates of breast and prostate cancer in the 20th century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Nutrition of women with hair loss problem during the period of menopause
Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
research Laser Hair Reduction and Removal
Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
research Evaluation of comparative antioxidant potential of four cultivars of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. by HPLC-DPPH method
The red Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower has the highest antioxidant activity.
research Anti-Müllerian hormone gene polymorphism is associated with androgen levels in Chinese polycystic ovary syndrome patients with insulin resistance
Certain gene variations are linked to higher male hormone levels in Chinese women with PCOS and insulin resistance.
research Ovary and uterus related adverse events associated with statin use: an analysis of the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System
Statins may be linked to reproductive organ conditions, and their risks should be monitored.
research Effect of petroleum ether and ethanol fractions of seeds of Abrus precatorius on androgenic alopecia
The seeds of Abrus precatorius, when processed, can prevent hair loss more effectively than common treatments.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and patient education.
research Tracing selection signatures in the pig genome gives evidence for selective pressures on a unique curly hair phenotype in Mangalitza
Selective breeding caused the unique curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
research Effects of oral contraceptives on the quality of life of women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a crossover randomized controlled trial
Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.
research Hair Analysis as an Environmental Health Bioindicator: A Case-Study using Pelage of the California Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus beecheyi)
California Ground Squirrel hair can indicate environmental health by showing element accumulation.
research Chapter 23. Therapeutic Control of Androgen Action
Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.
research CHARACTERISTICS AND ALOPECIA ACTIVITY OF PAKIS GAJAH (ANGIOPTERIS EVECTA (G.FORST) HOFFM.) GROWING IN GALUNGGUNG MOUNTAINSIDE, WEST JAVA
Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris evecta) water extract may promote hair growth in rabbits, but more research is needed for human use.
research Evaluation of the Thrombolytic and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf Extracts of Plumbago zeylanica L.
Plumbago zeylanica L. leaves may help dissolve blood clots and have antioxidant benefits.
research Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Associated Cytogenetic and Genetic Anomalies – Study from Eastern India
Genetic variations contribute to over 10% of recurrent early pregnancy loss cases.
research Analysis of Data From Breast Diseases Treated With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Medicines for enlarged prostate may raise the risk of breast growth and tenderness but not breast cancer.
research Abortion
The book provides a historical view of abortion in the U.S., critiques the pro-choice movement, and recommends including abortion in medical education.