research Novel inhibitors of 5α-reductase
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research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Vaginal Bleeding in Pre-pubertal Females
Recurrent vaginal bleeding in young girls without puberty signs may require a genital exam to find hidden causes.
research Proposed ICD-10 framework for identifying emergency department visits that may be impacted by community pharmacy care clinics
Pharmacy care clinics can reduce some emergency visits by managing certain conditions and medication issues.
research Four hypotrichosis families with mutations in the gene LSS presenting with and without neurodevelopmental phenotypes
Mutations in the LSS gene cause hair loss and may affect brain development, with varying severity.
research The acne hormones
Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
research Loss-of-Function Mutations in HOXC13 Cause Pure Hair and Nail Ectodermal Dysplasia
Mutations in the HOXC13 gene cause hair and nail development issues.
research Rooster feathering, androgenic alopecia, and hormone-dependent tumor growth: What is in common?
Sex hormones affect hair and feather growth and may help manage alopecia and hormone-dependent cancers.
research Physiology of Testicular Function
The testes produce sperm and hormones essential for male development.
research Combined oral contraceptives promote androgen receptor and oestrogen receptor alpha upregulation in the female prostate (Skene’s paraurethral glands) of adult gerbils (Meriones unguiculatus)
Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.
research Advances and Perspectives on Bioelectronic and Atomic Nanogenerators for Anticancer Therapy
Bioelectronic nanogenerators show promise for cancer treatment but need better understanding and development.
research Hormonal Therapy for Acne
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.
research An Unusual Cause of Primary Amenorrhea
The 18-year-old girl likely has a condition called müllerian agenesis, which caused her to not have a uterus and experience no menstrual periods.
research Unusual Presentation of Denys-Drash Syndrome in a Girl with Undisclosed Consumption of Biotin
A girl with Denys-Drash syndrome was misdiagnosed due to biotin affecting her hormone test results.
research Setting the Standard of Dermal Tolerance Testing for Safe and Effective Male and Female Pubic Hair Removal
The creams are safe for pubic hair removal with minor, temporary skin irritation.
research Obstetric and Gynecologic Dermatology
A pregnant woman's skin condition improved after giving birth, possibly due to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.
research The story of when kidneys fail and the contribution of Air Vice-Marshal Sir Ralph Jackson
Air Vice-Marshal Sir Ralph Jackson significantly advanced dialysis technology in the UK.
research Epithelial Stem Cells: Turning over New Leaves
Epithelial stem cells are crucial for tissue renewal and repair, and understanding them could improve treatments for damage and cancer.
research ANDROGEN METABOLISM AS IT AFFECTS HAIR GROWTH IN ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.
research Current evaluation of amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
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 Gender aspects in skin diseases
Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
research Alterations of gut microbiota composition in post-finasteride patients: a pilot study
Post-finasteride patients show changes in gut bacteria, possibly causing various symptoms.
research Transgender Competent Provider
Healthcare providers need better education and policies to serve transgender individuals effectively.
research Role of Environmental Factors and Gonadotoxin Exposure in Unexplained Male Infertility
Environmental factors and exposure to toxins may contribute to male infertility by affecting sperm and hormone function.
research Androgens and alopecia
Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.
research Normal Hair Growth in Children
Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
research 5α-reductase inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors help treat disorders caused by DHT and have potential for future therapies.
research Vitiligo: A comprehensive overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research 5α-reductase activity in the prostate
Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.