research Demethylation of methionine and keratin damage in human hair
Copper and iron cause keratin damage in hair by converting methionine to homocysteine.
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research Does the law provide effective equality rights for people with a visible difference in the workplace?
UK law does not effectively ensure workplace equality for people with visible differences.
research A systematic review of antiandrogens and feminization in transgender women
Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.
research The current state of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender cultural competency among U.S. dermatology residents
U.S. dermatology residents need more education and experience with LGBT patients to improve their cultural competency.
research Evaluation and treatment of facial feminization surgery: part I. forehead, orbits, eyebrows, eyes, and nose
The document concludes that facial feminization surgery improves psychological well-being and social acceptance for transgender individuals.
research Testosterone in Transgender Population
research The safety and efficacy of finasteride for transgender men with androgenetic alopecia: a case series
Finasteride is safe and effective for hair loss in transgender men, but may affect testosterone therapy.
research Novel Synthetic Steroid Derivatives: Target Prediction and Biological Evaluation of Antiandrogenic Activity
New steroid compounds may help with hormonal therapy and have potential benefits for glucose disorders, but more research is needed.
research Efficacy and safety of oral minoxidil in the treatment of alopecia: a single-arm rate meta-analysis and systematic review
Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia, improving hair growth with minor side effects.
research Understanding the Secular Decline in Testosterone: Mechanisms, Consequences, and Clinical Perspectives
Lifestyle changes and environmental strategies can help address declining testosterone levels.
research Finasteride delays atherosclerosis progression in mice and is associated with a reduction in plasma cholesterol in men
Finasteride may lower cholesterol and slow heart disease progression.
research Association between exogenous testosterone use and new diagnosis of hidradenitis suppurativa: A case series
Exogenous testosterone use may be linked to developing hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Targeted Self-Assembled anti-NFκB AuNCs-Aptamer Nanoplatform for Precise Theranostics via Tailored Follicle Regeneration
A new treatment using gold nanoclusters can safely reduce unwanted hair growth.
research Investigation of hub genes and immune infiltration in androgenetic alopecia using bioinformatics analysis
Immune activities and specific genes are important in male pattern baldness.
research 2022 Update on Prostate Cancer Epidemiology and Risk Factors—A Systematic Review
Prostate cancer is common, but risk can be reduced by avoiding smoking, unhealthy diet, inactivity, certain medications, and risky jobs.
research Sex differences in arterial hypertension
Women may need different blood pressure guidelines than men for heart disease prevention.
research Forensic skeletal and molecular anthropology face to face: Combining expertise for identification of human remains
Combining skeletal and molecular anthropology improves identifying human remains.
research Paxillin regulates androgen receptor expression associated with granulosa cell focal adhesions
Paxillin may help manage androgen-related disorders like PCOS by stabilizing androgen receptor proteins.
research Annual Convention in the Time of COVID
The convention discussed various skin conditions and treatments, and highlighted the importance of vaccinations for patients on immune-altering medications.
research Effects of Androgen Treatment on Growth in Patients with 5-α-Reductase Type 2 Deficiency
Androgen treatment with dihydrotestosterone may help maintain height in patients with 5-α-reductase type 2 deficiency, especially before puberty.
research Best Practices for FACE-Q Aesthetics Research: A Systematic Review of Study Methodology
Researchers should follow the FACE-Q User's Guide for accurate results.
research Double Knockdown of the Androgen Receptor Target Genes DKK1 and SFRP1 Does Not Potentiate the Hair Growth-Promoting Effect of SFRP1 Silencing in Healthy Human Hair Follicles Ex Vivo
Silencing SFRP1 alone promotes hair growth, but adding DKK1 does not help.
research Association of Spironolactone Use With Risk of Cancer
Spironolactone does not increase cancer risk and may lower prostate cancer risk, but more research is needed.
research Hair Restoration in the Gender-Affirming Patient
Hair restoration helps transgender patients achieve desired gender appearances.
research Laser hair removal for genital gender affirming surgery
Laser hair removal before genital surgery can prevent complications and improve patient satisfaction.
research Litigation in gender affirming surgery: Reviewing five decades of the medical malpractice landscape
research Facial determinants of female gender and feminizing forehead cranioplasty
Forehead modification greatly increases the perception of femininity and is a safe procedure.
research Update to acne vulgaris treatment for Canadian practice
Use topical treatments for mild acne and oral treatments for moderate to severe acne, avoiding antibiotic monotherapy.
research Dermatologic needs of transgender and gender diverse youth: A retrospective cohort study
Transgender and gender diverse youth often have skin issues like acne and scarring, but few get referred to dermatologists.
research Characterizing the role of facial hair in gender identity and expression among transgender men
Facial hair is crucial for transgender men's gender identity and transition.