research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for long-term treatment of enlarged prostates but have sexual side effects and a risk of high-grade prostate cancer.
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research New Biomarkers to Evaluate Hyperandrogenemic Women and Hypogonadal Men
The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.
research Management of hair loss diseases
New treatments for hair loss show promise, but more development is needed, especially for tough cases.
research A Connection between the Mitochondrial Permeability Transition Pore, Autophagy, and Cerebral Amyloidogenesis
Dutasteride may help reduce brain plaque linked to Alzheimer's by affecting cell energy structures and waste removal.
research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen- Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Hair characteristics and androgenetic alopecia in Koreans
Korean hair is typically thicker with a slower growth rate, and treatments like Dutasteride are effective for male pattern hair loss without major side effects.
research Genetic Variants and Protective Immunity against SARS-CoV-2
Genetic differences affect how people respond to COVID-19.
research Hair loss.
Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
research TMPRSS2: A Key Host Factor in SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Potential Therapeutic Target
TMPRSS2 is crucial for COVID-19 infection and is a potential target for treatment.
research Identification of 5α-reductase isoenzymes in canine skin
Two types of 5α-reductase are in dog skin, which might make dutasteride better than finasteride for treating dog hair loss.
research Intraethnic variation in steroid-5-alpha-reductase polymorphisms in prostate cancer patients: a potential factor implicated in 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor treatment
Genetic differences within ethnic groups may affect prostate cancer treatment effectiveness.
research Mechanism of androgenic alopecia: Addressing speculations through empirical evidences
Hair loss in men is mainly caused by hormones and genes, and while current treatments can slow it down, they can't fully stop it.
research Abstracts
Young HS patients often have other physical and mental health issues, and research on HS covers a wide range of topics including genetics, triggers, treatments, and the need for more data.
research Hair, Hormones, and High-Risk Prostate Cancer
Men with a certain baldness pattern at age 40-50 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Progeroide Syndrome
Genetic mutations affecting DNA repair cause early aging symptoms in progeroid syndromes.
research Debatable Topics in PCOS Patients
PCOS is complex, affects many, and requires informed management and lifestyle changes.
research Is Dutasteride a Therapeutic Alternative for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis?
Dutasteride, usually used for prostate issues and hair loss, could potentially treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) due to its neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, but more testing is needed.
research Neuroactive Steroids and Ethanol Exposure: Relevance to Ethanol Sensitivity and Alcohol Use Disorders Risk
Neuroactive steroids may affect the risk and treatment of alcohol use disorders.
research Update on Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Part I): Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Severity assessment and Comorbidities
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition more common in women, linked to genetics and lifestyle factors, and associated with various other health issues.
research Treat androgenetic alopecia with antiandrogens, as well as other pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
Use antiandrogens and other treatments for hair loss.
research Development of Ethosomes for the Topical Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: Ethanol Effect on Dutasteride Targeting to the Hair Follicles
Ethosomes with 30% ethanol effectively deliver dutasteride to hair follicles for treating hair loss.
research Dissolving microneedle patch loading dutasteride microspheres for the long-acting treatment of androgenetic alopecia
A dissolving microneedle patch with dutasteride offers effective, long-lasting hair loss treatment with fewer side effects.
research Molecular Mechanisms and Therapeutic Advances in Androgenetic Alopecia
Current treatments for androgenetic alopecia have limitations, and personalized approaches and new methods are needed for better results.
research The most common trichological problems of the scalp
Effective scalp problem treatment needs a comprehensive approach.
research Genetic Variation in CYP2B6, UGT1A4 and Sulfotransferases Is Associated with Disease-Free Survival in South African Breast Cancer Patients Treated with Tamoxifen
Genetic differences affect breast cancer treatment success with tamoxifen in South African patients.
research Precision-Based Management of Chronic Hair Fall: A Genomic-Guided Trichology Approach - A Case Analysis from Qatar
Personalized genomic interventions can effectively manage chronic hair loss.
research The Genetic Landscape of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Knowledge and Future Perspectives
Androgenetic alopecia is influenced by multiple genes and pathways, with genetic risk varying by population, and personalized treatments are being explored.
research Tangled Causes, Targeted Solutions: A Comprehensive Review of Alopecia.
Alopecia is caused by various factors, and new treatments like gene editing and regenerative medicine offer hope for personalized hair regrowth solutions.
research Integrative insights into polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): A comparative review of unani and modern medical perspective
Combining modern and Unani medicine may better manage PCOS symptoms.