July 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Trazodone and chlorpromazine may help treat sexual dysfunction caused by finasteride and SSRIs.
Human hair keratins can self-assemble and support cell growth, useful for biomedical applications.
September 2016 in “Princeton University Press eBooks” The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
April 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” The supplement highlighted advancements and challenges in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including the impact of smoking, chemotherapy, and new treatments like Tafluprost for hair loss.
May 2015 in “Endocrinología y nutrición” The conclusion is that adult males with muscle weakness and hormonal imbalances should be tested for Kennedy's disease.
January 2012 in “Else Kröner-Fresenius Symposia” Maintaining DNA integrity in stem cells is crucial to prevent aging and cancer.
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August 2024 in “Discover Nano” Polyesters show promise for repairing damaged blood vessels.
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June 2022 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Capparis decidua fruit may help break down blood clots, but more research is needed.
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May 2011 in “Medical Hypotheses” Transnasal cooling could reveal new insights into various physiological conditions and may be a natural way to transfer heat from the brain.
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June 2002 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
January 2017 in “Archives of clinical and biomedical research” Enhancing melanin's energy generation may help treat alopecia areata.
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March 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” The review suggests that understanding and treating the psychological aspect of skin disorders is important and calls for more collaboration in this field.
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February 1993 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology/The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology” Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
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September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
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May 2003 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” Steroid Sulfatase inhibitors show promise in treating hormone-dependent disorders like cancers, hair loss, and acne, with 667COUMATE being a potential candidate for breast cancer treatment trials.
March 2026 in “Journal of Hunan University Natural Sciences” Albizia saponaria stem bark shows promise as a natural antidandruff treatment.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
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September 2012 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
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November 2024 in “Molecular Biomedicine” Engineered extracellular vesicles show promise for targeted therapy but need more research for clinical use.
January 2026 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Umbilical cord and cord blood stem cells are promising for treating chronic diseases due to their versatility and ethical acceptability.
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December 2007 in “Gender Medicine” Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
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January 2012 in “Chemistry & biology” Proteasome inhibitors are promising treatments for various cancers, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions.
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September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
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February 2018 in “Polymers” Chitin and chitosan are useful in cosmetics for oral care, haircare, and skincare, including UV protection and strength improvement.
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September 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.
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March 2019 in “Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience” The document concludes that adenosine receptor agonists have potential for treating various conditions, but only a few are approved due to challenges like side effects and the need for selective activation.
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December 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Exosomes could potentially enhance tissue repair and regeneration with lower rejection risk and easier production than live cell therapies.
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July 2012 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.
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March 2012 in “JAMA” Testosterone's muscle-building effects do not require its conversion to DHT.
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November 2014 in “Biological Reviews” The telogen phase of hair growth is active and important for preparing hair follicles for regeneration, not just a resting stage.