research Human hair follicles display a functional equivalent of the hypothalamic‐pituitary‐adrenal (HPA) axis and synthesize cortisol
Human hair follicles can produce cortisol like the body's stress response system.
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120-150 / 1000+ resultsresearch Does hair cortisol concentration reflect measurable regulatory biology of the HPA axis in healthy humans?
Hair cortisol concentration partly reflects HPA axis regulation but doesn't capture all its complexities.
research Adherence to topical hydrocortisone 17-butyrate 0.1% in different vehicles in adults with atopic dermatitis
Adults with atopic dermatitis showed similar adherence to different forms of hydrocortisone cream, but actual use varied despite self-reports of near-perfect usage.
research Exploring Reference Values for Hair Cortisol
Hair sample weight is a better measure for cortisol levels in hair than hair protein concentration.
research Hyperandrogenism in a postmenopausal woman: a rare case of ectopic adrenal cortical gland
A postmenopausal woman's excess male hormone symptoms were caused by a rare adrenal gland tissue in her ovary.
research Beneficial Effects of Vitamin B12 and Aureomycin in Rats Given Large Doses of Cortisone.
Vitamin B12 and aureomycin reduce the negative effects of high doses of cortisone in rats.
research Is it getting in the hair? – Cortisol concentrations in native, regrown and segmented hairs of cattle and pigs after repeated ACTH administrations
Hair cortisol is a reliable stress indicator in cattle but may not be valid for pigs.
research An Updated Clinico-investigative Approach to Diagnosis of Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in relation to adult female acne, female pattern alopecia & hirsutism a primer for dermatologists
New methods help diagnose skin conditions caused by too much male hormone in women, like acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth.
research An Update of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research Bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata: a case report and review of the literature
Corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata can cause severe hip bone damage.
research Applications of Hair as a Record of Systemic Exposure to Cortisol
Hair cortisol content can indicate cortisol exposure and varies with age, puberty, and BMI in youth.
research Suspected Calcinosis Cutis and Demodicosis, Secondary to an Exogenous Steroid Administration in a Dog with Hypoadrenocorticism
A dog developed skin issues from too many steroids, but reducing steroids and using a specific treatment fixed the problems.
research SP0011 Long-Term Glucocorticoid Use and The Skin
Long-term glucocorticoid use can cause skin problems like easy bruising and poor wound healing, especially at higher doses.
research Ectoderm-Targeted Overexpression of the Glucocorticoid Receptor Induces Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
Overexpression of the glucocorticoid receptor in mice causes developmental defects similar to ectodermal dysplasia.
research A patient with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome whose entire digestive tracts was examined endoscopically
Prednisolone improved symptoms in a woman with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, but regular screenings are needed due to cancer risk.
research Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and the heterozygote carrier
Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.
research ANDROGEN AND CORTISOL SECRETING ADRENOCORTICAL ONCOCYTOMA WITTH UNCERTAIN MALIGNANT POTENTIAL
The woman had a rare adrenal tumor removed, and she recovered well with no signs of the tumor returning.
research [Growing of hair in alopecia areata & maligna after intracutaneous hydrocortisone injection].
research A Test of the Perseverative Cognition Hypothesis Using Hair Cortisol in a Sample of Dementia Caregivers and Non-Caregiver Controls
Caregivers had lower stress hormone levels than non-caregivers, suggesting caregiving stress affects the body differently.
research Cronkhite-Canada syndrome: A case report and literature review
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome is rare, has a poor prognosis, and requires early diagnosis and ongoing treatment.
research Association Between Hair Cortisol Levels AndKeratoconus: A Prospective Study
Higher cortisol levels might be linked to worsening keratoconus.
research Actualización terapéutica en corticoesteroides tópicos: clasificación, usos clínicos y efectos colaterales
Topical corticosteroids are effective for skin conditions but can have side effects.
research Applications of steroid drugs entrapped in cyclodextrins
Cyclodextrins improve how steroid drugs work and are used in marketed medications and environmental applications.
research Engaging Psychoanalytic Disequilibrium While Being More Human than Otherwise
Analysts should confront their biases and self-interests to improve therapy.
research Phenotypic profiling of parents with cryptic nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia: findings in 145 unrelated families
Some parents have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia without symptoms, and they usually don't need treatment.
research ACP Broadsheet 131: March 1992. Hirsute women: should they be investigated?
Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
research [Hirsutism and hypertrichosis in adults: investigations and treatment].
The document concludes that treatment for excessive hair growth depends on the cause, with options including hair removal methods and medications like anti-androgens or insulin-sensitizing drugs.