research Mechanisms of Disease: selective inhibition of 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 as a novel treatment for the metabolic syndrome
Blocking the enzyme 11β-HSD1 might help treat obesity and metabolic issues.
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research An Assessment on Impact of COVID-19 Infection in a Gender Specific Manner
Men have higher COVID-19 mortality rates than women due to biological and lifestyle factors.
research LY191704: a selective, nonsteroidal inhibitor of human steroid 5 alpha-reductase type 1.
LY191704 is a compound that effectively blocks a specific enzyme involved in hormone conversion and could help treat enlarged prostate and hair loss.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Side Effects of 5‐Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Comprehensive Review
5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.
research Androgenetic alopecia and insulin resistance: are they truly associated?
No true link between AGA and insulin resistance, but coexistence may worsen AGA.
research Diagnostic approach to low‐renin hypertension
Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
research Inflammatory tinea capitis mimicking dissecting cellulitis in a postpubertal male: a case report and review of the literature
A young man was initially misdiagnosed with a scalp condition but was found to have a fungal infection, which improved with antifungal treatment.
research A Review of the Dermatological Manifestations of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 can cause various skin problems, including reactions to protective gear and medication, with different rates reported worldwide, and more research is needed to fully understand these skin issues.
research Alopecia androgénica masculina y factores de riesgo cardiovascular: estudio de casos y controles
Men with early-onset baldness have a higher chance of heart disease and clogged arteries.
research A variant of the glucocorticoid receptor gene is not associated with adrenal androgen excess in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
The N363S gene variant does not cause higher adrenal androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Beneficial effect of spironolactone on androgenic alopecia
Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.
research Captopril and alopecia: A case report and review of known cutaneous reactions in captopril use
Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.
research All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality Risks Associated With Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have similar overall death rates as others but higher risks of death from self-harm, psychiatric issues, and lung cancer in certain cases.
research Male frontal fibrosing alopecia with generalised hair loss
A 66-year-old man with a rare case of male frontal fibrosing alopecia did not regrow hair despite treatment.
research Comparison of Complications after Coronavirus Disease and Seasonal Influenza, South Korea
COVID-19 generally causes fewer complications than influenza, except for certain conditions like hair loss and heart issues.
research Diagnostic and Therapeutic Assessment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
The document concludes that there are no reliable treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia, with only temporary benefits from current options.
research Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania, a disorder where people compulsively pull out their own hair, often starts around age 12, is more common in adult females, and can be treated with behavior therapy and medication.
research Ptosis in childhood
Childhood ptosis can vary from a minor cosmetic issue to a serious condition and may signal other health problems.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Case-Control Study
Balding men have higher heart disease risk.
research METABOLIC DISOEDEKS AND HAIE GEOWTH
Hair can indicate early signs of metabolic disorders, with issues like protein deficiency stopping hair growth.
research Surgical Treatment of the Brow and Upper Eyelid
Individualized assessment and meticulous planning are crucial for successful brow and upper eyelid surgery.
research Spontaneous cutaneous adverse drug reaction reports—An analysis of a 10‐year dataset in Singapore
In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.
research Androgenetic alopecia as an indicator of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular risk
Hair loss may indicate higher heart risk and metabolic issues.
research Twenty nail onychomadesis: An unusual finding in Cronkhite–Canada syndrome
A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
research Androgenetic, Diffuse and Senescent Alopecia in Men: Practical Evaluation and Management
The conclusion is that treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can prevent baldness progression and improve hair density, but more research is needed on other therapies.
research Multiple Myeloma–Associated Amyloidosis Presenting With Acrolocalized Acquired Cutis Laxa
A man with rare skin changes on his fingers was diagnosed with multiple myeloma-linked amyloidosis.
research Topical Minoxidil in Androgenetic Alopecia Scandinavian and Middle East Experience
The study found that using 2% minoxidil solution can help grow hair and is safe.
research Functional wound dressings
Modern wound dressings like hydrocolloids, alginates, and hydrogels improve healing and are cost-effective.
research Alopecia side-effect of antituberculosis drugs
Some tuberculosis drugs may cause hair loss, but hair might regrow after treatment or changing the drugs.