research Hydroxylation of dehydroepiandrosterone in human scalp hair folhcles
The enzyme system in hair follicles is similar to the liver's and is affected by certain inhibitors.
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930-960 / 1000+ resultsresearch Scalp hair 17‐hydroxyprogesterone and androstenedione as a long‐term therapy monitoring tool in congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Scalp hair 17-OHP and androstenedione levels can help monitor treatment in CAH patients.
research Cronkhite–Canada syndrome: from clinical features to treatment
There is no standard treatment for the rare Cronkhite–Canada syndrome, which can be fatal and lead to cancer.
research Clobetasol Propionate, 0.05%, vs Hydrocortisone, 1%, for Alopecia Areata in Children
Clobetasol propionate, 0.05%, is more effective and safe for treating childhood alopecia areata than hydrocortisone, 1%.
research Pathology in Practice
Three related Persian cats have a rare, likely hereditary skin condition causing hair loss and poor coat quality, with limited treatment options.
research Severe alopecia areata treated with systemic corticosteroids
Systemic corticosteroids don't prevent severe alopecia areata from spreading or relapsing.
research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
research Hypertrichosis of the eyelashes caused by bimatoprost
Bimatoprost can cause excessive eyelash growth.
research Why steroids may not always work in alopecia areata: elevated unoccupied glucocorticoid receptors and decreased levels of thioredoxin
Steroids may not work well for alopecia areata because of high unoccupied receptors and low thioredoxin levels.
research Identification of novel glucocorticoid receptor-regulated genes involved in epidermal homeostasis and hair follicle differentiation
Glucocorticoid receptors help regulate genes important for skin health and hair growth.
research A Hair's Breadth Closer?
research In focus in HCB
The May issue discussed publishing agreements and four studies on cholesterol in hair, cancer cell changes, hormones in the uterus, and skin protein effects.
research Lifestyle drugs: concept and impact on society
Lifestyle drugs are mainly used by wealthy people in India but could spread to others, affecting society and youth.
research Bacteria and fungi on the surface and within noninflamed hair follicles of skin biopsy specimens from horses with healthy skin or inflammatory dermatoses
Horses with skin disease have more surface bacteria than healthy horses.
research Determination of steroid hormones in human hair as a retrospective biomarker with HPLC-MS/MS
A new method accurately measures long-term hormone levels in hair.
research Oral Contraceptives and Antiandrogens Most Effective for Hirsutism Pharmacotherapy.
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are the best treatments for hirsutism.
research A case of severe hyperandrogenism, acanthosis nigricans and overt diabetes: the use of non-invasive methods for diagnosis, pathogenesis and management
Non-invasive imaging helped diagnose a woman's severe hormone imbalance and diabetes, and medication successfully treated her condition.
research Skin Changes on the Face Caused by Over-the-counter Cosmetic Creams: An Observational Study of Clinical and Dermoscopy Features
Over-the-counter cosmetic creams can cause skin damage on the face that is visible under dermoscopy and confirmed by tissue analysis.
research ERRATUM
research Description and characterization of a hair coat disorder in schipperkes
The hair coat disorder in Schipperkes is similar to Alopecia X and involves increased androstenedione levels and hair cycle arrest.
research Hair Loss Dysmorphic Disorder – a Frequently Encountered and Often Neglected Disorder
Most people worried about abnormal hair loss actually have psychological issues like depression or anxiety.
research In adults with alopecia areata, are topical corticosteroids as effective as intralesional injections in promoting hair regrowth?
Intralesional corticosteroids work better than topical ones for hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
research Linking the brain and bone through fat
Fat, bone, and the brain are interconnected in regulating energy and health.
research Corticosteroids for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Corticosteroids, especially prednisone, improve short-term muscle strength in Duchenne muscular dystrophy but have manageable side effects.
research 17-Beta-Hydroxy-Steroid-Dehydrogenases in Hair Follicles of Normal and Bald Scalp: A Histochemical Study
research Uso de corticoides no tratamento da Alopecia Areata
Corticosteroids are safe and effective for treating Alopecia Areata.
research Importance of keen observation for the diagnosis of epidermal cysts: Dermoscopy can be a useful adjuvant tool
Dermoscopy helps accurately diagnose and treat epidermal cysts.
research Hirsutism and acne in polycystic ovary syndrome
Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
research Intramuscular Corticosteroid Therapy in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Time-to-Event Analysis
Intramuscular corticosteroids are effective and safe for severe alopecia areata, with most patients regrowing hair, but nearly half may relapse.
research Retrospective Analysis of Systemic Corticosteroids for Alopecia Areata in Pediatric Patients
Systemic steroids temporarily improve severe alopecia areata in children but often lead to relapse.