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research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Prostaglandin D2 inhibits hair growth and is elevated in bald scalp of men with androgenetic alopecia.
Prostaglandin D2, found in higher levels in bald scalps, stops hair growth, suggesting that blocking its receptor could potentially treat hair loss.
research EP03 An audit of glucocorticoid prescription in patients with giant cell arteritis
Many patients with Giant Cell Arteritis did not follow their steroid treatment plans properly.
research The Current Landscape for Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Issues
The document concludes that the fast-growing direct-to-consumer genetic testing market lacks sufficient regulation, posing risks to consumers due to questionable test quality and accuracy.
research 875 A novel animal model of Desmoglein 1 (Dsg1) deficiency reveals an essential role for Dsg1 in epidermal barrier formation
Dsg1 is essential for maintaining a healthy skin barrier in mice.
research Finasteride/spironolactone
research Evaluation of the rodent Hershberger assay using three reference endocrine disrupters (androgen and antiandrogens)
The assay effectively detects hormonal activity of certain chemicals.
research Analysis of hairless corepressor mutants to characterize molecular cooperation with the vitamin D receptor in promoting the mammalian hair cycle
Certain mutations in the hairless protein disrupt its ability to regulate the hair cycle.
research Drug Repositioning: New Opportunities for Older Drugs
Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
research Slow progress in prostate cancer
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors; new drugs and better diagnosis are in development, but funding and industry commitment are challenges.
research Identification of dkk4 as a target of Eda-A1/Edar pathway reveals an unexpected role of ectodysplasin as inhibitor of Wnt signalling in ectodermal placodes
Ectodysplasin inhibits Wnt signaling to help form hair follicles.
research Absence of vitamin D receptor (VDR)‐mediated PPARγ suppression causes alopecia in VDR‐null mice
Lack of vitamin D receptor causes hair loss in mice by allowing certain genes to overactivate.
research Alteration of Ethanol Drinking in Mice via Modulation of the GABAA Receptor with Ganaxolone, Finasteride, and Gaboxadol
Three drugs change mice's alcohol drinking patterns by affecting GABAA receptors.
research Analysis of metabolic characteristics of epristeride in zebrafish based on LC-Q-TOF MS and its potential applications in doping control
Epristeride's metabolism in zebrafish helps improve doping detection methods.
research Structural Changes of Hair Keratin by Reduction, Heat and subsequent Oxidation Treatments
DTDG in hair treatments reduces damage and preserves hair structure.
research Overview and Future of Hemo-Components and Natural Guided Regeneration
The document concludes that more standardized research is needed to fully understand and optimize the use of platelet-rich fibrin in regenerative medicine.
research Re: Forum Reply to Dr. Rogers
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research Gonadotropin releasing hormone agonist (nafarelin) test to differentiate gonadotropin deficiency from constitutionally delayed puberty in teen-age boys--a clinical research center study.
The nafarelin test can reliably distinguish between gonadotropin deficiency and delayed puberty in teenage boys.
research ODAC Votes No on IntraDose Injectible Cisplatin/Epinephrine Gel for Head and Neck Cancer
The committee decided not to approve the drug due to low effectiveness and high risks.
research FRI-02 FROM GIRLS TO BOYS TO OLDER MEN, THE INTERESTING TALE OF THE GUEVEDOCES AND 5-ALPHA REDUCTASE INHIBITORS
The discovery of 5α-reductase deficiency in guevedoces led to the development of important urologic medications.
research New allergens for the 21st century
Recognizing new allergens can help reduce contact dermatitis cases.
research 022 Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single-centre, phase I safety study of intradermal injections of autologous fibroblasts isolated from the non-bulbar dermal sheath of the hair follicle to treat skin aging
RCS-01 is safe and may help rejuvenate aging skin.
research The neurosteroidogenic enzyme 5α-reductase modulates the role of D1 dopamine receptors in rat sensorimotor gating
5α-reductase affects dopamine receptors linked to sensorimotor gating, which may help understand disorders like schizophrenia.
research Identification of a Novel Three-immunogene Diagnostic Signature for Alopecia Areata
A new diagnostic model can help better diagnose and understand Alopecia Areata.
research Incorporating Hair Replacement into Your Practice
Adding hair restoration to a cosmetic surgery practice requires a skilled team and specialized equipment.
research Differential expression of steroid 5α-reductase isozymes and association with disease severity and angiogenic genes predict their biological role in prostate cancer
SRD5A1 is crucial in advanced prostate cancer, and blocking both SRD5A1 and SRD5A2 is more effective than targeting SRD5A2 alone.
research Inhibition of a signaling modality within the gp130 receptor enhances tissue regeneration and mitigates osteoarthritis
Blocking a certain signal in the gp130 receptor can improve tissue healing and lessen osteoarthritis symptoms.
research A case of monilethrix caused by novel compound heterozygous mutations in the desmoglein 4 (DSG4) gene
New mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a rare hair condition.
research Global Burden of Skin Disease as Reflected inCochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
The representation of skin conditions in medical reviews partly matches their real-world impact.
research The Journey of Platelet Concentrates: An Era of Regeneration in Medicine and Dentistry: A Review
Platelet concentrates are useful for tissue repair in medicine and dentistry, with L-PRF showing promising results in various treatments.