research Hormesis and medicine
Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
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research Early embryonic exposure of freshwater gastropods to pharmaceutical 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors results in a surprising open-coiled “banana-shaped” shell
Certain drugs change freshwater snail shells to a "banana" shape.
research Endocrine systems of the skin
The skin acts like an endocrine organ, making hormones that affect skin diseases and respond to stress.
research Pharmacokinetics and Bioconversion of Dehydroepiandrosterone after Application of Dexamethasone in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have higher 5alpha-reductase activity, affecting steroid levels.
research Treatment of acne vulgaris: a literature review / Lečenje običnih akni (acne vulgaris) – pregled literature
The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.
research Can Extra Adrenal Cortisol Secretion Occur in an Adrenalectomized Patient?
A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.
research Androgen receptors and their biology
Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
research Thyroid hormone action on skin.
Thyroid hormones affect skin texture, hair and nail growth, and can cause skin diseases related to thyroid problems.
research Vitamin D receptor: molecular signaling and actions of nutritional ligands in disease prevention
Vitamin D receptor interacts with certain dietary components to help prevent diseases and regulate hair growth.
research 11β-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitors for the treatment of type 2 diabetes
Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research INTERFERONS IN DERMATOLOGY
Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.
research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
research Endocrinopathies and Other Disorders Inducing a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotype
Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.
research Deciphering the Mesodermal Potency of Porcine Skin-Derived Progenitors (SKP) by Microarray Analysis
Pig skin cells can turn into mesodermal cells but lose their ability to become neural cells.
research Understanding the molecular basis of mesenchymal stem cell stemness: implications for clinical applications
Understanding how mesenchymal stem cells stay undifferentiated can improve their use in treating diseases.
research Vitamin D, Lipid Metabolism and Prostate Cancer
Vitamin D may help regulate cholesterol and influence prostate cancer development.
research Treatment of female pattern hair loss with oral antiandrogens
Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Its Numerous Possibilities: A Literature Review
Alopecia areata treatment should be personalized, using topical or systemic therapies based on severity, with promising options like JAK inhibitors needing more research.
research Alopecia areata update
Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.
research Stem cell-derived motor neurons from spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy patients
The study suggests that motor neurons created from stem cells of patients with spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy show signs of the disease, including changes in protein levels and cell functions.
research Clinical applications of antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.
research Tumor Promotion in Skin: Are Active Oxygen Species Involved?
Active oxygen species might be involved in skin tumor growth, but their exact role is unclear.
research Blackcurrant Extract with Phytoestrogen Activity Alleviates Hair Loss in Ovariectomized Rats
Blackcurrant extract may help reduce hair loss by promoting stem cell activity in hair follicles.
research Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stromal Cell-Derived Exosomes Rescue the Loss of Outer Hair Cells and Repair Cochlear Damage in Cisplatin-Injected Mice
Exosomes from umbilical cord cells fix hearing loss and damaged ear hair cells in mice.
research Tracing selection signatures in the pig genome gives evidence for selective pressures on a unique curly hair phenotype in Mangalitza
Selective breeding caused the unique curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
research Attention to Innate Circadian Rhythm and the Impact of Its Disruption on Diabetes
Disrupting natural body clocks increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
research Genetic Defects of Female Sexual Differentiation
Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.
research A RARE CASE OF ISOLATED PULMONARY INVOLVEMENT IN LYMPHOID VARIANT HYPEREOSINOPHILIC SYNDROME
A man with a rare lung-focused form of hypereosinophilic syndrome improved with steroid treatment.
research Androgenic disorders
The book is a valuable reference on androgenic disorders for professionals but not suitable for laypeople or medical students.
research Alopecia Areata
Understanding the immune-related causes of Alopecia Areata has led to potential treatments like JAK inhibitors.