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measure liver enzymes and proteins to assess liver health

Liver Function Tests (LFTs) are a group of blood tests that measure various enzymes, proteins, and substances produced or processed by the liver. These tests help assess the liver's health and functionality, detect liver damage or disease, and monitor the progression of liver conditions. Common components of LFTs include alanine transaminase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), bilirubin, and albumin.

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research Negative Impact of Testosterone Deficiency and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy on Metabolic and Sexual Function in Men

31 citations , January 2017 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology”

Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.

research Incidence of liver toxicity associated with the use of flutamide in prostate cancer patients

116 citations , May 1992 in “The American Journal of Medicine”

Flutamide rarely causes liver toxicity in prostate cancer patients.

research BH04 A global survey to assess practice of laboratory testing in alopecia areata by hair specialists

June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Dermatologists vary widely in testing practices for alopecia areata, often exceeding guideline recommendations.

research S3301 Abnormal Liver Enzymes in Thymoma-Associated Multiorgan Autoimmunity

October 2022 in “The American journal of gastroenterology”

Thymoma-associated multiorgan autoimmunity can cause liver damage and affects multiple organs, with limited treatment options and a generally poor prognosis.

Evaluation of Efficacy, Safety, and Reversibility of Combination Regimen of Cyproterone Acetate and Testosterone Buciclate in Bonnet Monkeys

research Evaluation of efficacy, safety, and reversibility of combination regimen of cyproterone acetate and testosterone buciclate in bonnet monkey

4 citations , October 2000 in “Contraception”

The right dosage of CPA and TB can work as a safe and reversible male contraceptive in monkeys.

research British Menopause Society Tools for Clinicians: Testosterone replacement in menopause.

3 citations , March 2019 in “Post Reproductive Health”

Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.

research Advice on the safe introduction and continued use of isotretinoin in acne in the U.K. 2010

98 citations , May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Isotretinoin is effective for severe acne but requires careful monitoring for side effects, especially in women who could become pregnant.

research Familial and Sporadic Porphyria Cutanea Tarda

38 citations , March 2010 in “Medicine”

Most patients with Porphyria Cutanea Tarda had skin blisters and were often affected by hepatitis C and alcohol abuse, with differences between familial and sporadic cases.

Long-Term Dutasteride Therapy in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Alters Glucose and Lipid Profiles and Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction

research Long-term dutasteride therapy in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia alters glucose and lipid profiles and increases severity of erectile dysfunction

20 citations , June 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation”

Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.

research Phamacopuncture and Dermal Application of Sebalgukhwa-san: Effects on Hair Growth in a Mouse Model of Alopecia

May 2019 in “Journal of Acupuncture Research”

Sebalgukhwa-san (SGS) can help treat hair loss without liver toxicity.

A Randomized, Placebo- and Active-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Multicenter, Investigator-Blinded Study of Four Treatment Regimens of Posaconazole in Adults with Toenail Onychomycosis

research A randomized, placebo- and active-controlled, parallel-group, multicenter, investigator-blinded study of four treatment regimens of posaconazole in adults with toenail onychomycosis

February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Posaconazole is a promising new treatment for toenail fungus.

research Clinical evaluation of furostanolicsaponins and flavanoids in polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos) patients

January 2020

Fenugreek seed extract safely reduces ovarian volume and cyst size in women with PCOS.

research TOXICOLOGICAL STUDY ON THE HEALTH EFFECTS OF LONG TERM EXPOSURE TO BENZENE IN BENZENE FILLING WORKERS, QASSIM REGION, KSA

June 2016 in “The Egyptian Journal of Forensic Sciences and Applied Toxicology”

Long-term exposure to benzene increases skin diseases, blood disorders, and liver problems.

research STEROIDS AND STEROID-LIKE COMPOUNDS

55 citations , July 1999 in “Clinics in Sports Medicine”

Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.

Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up

research Long-term complications of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN): the spectrum of chronic problems in patients who survive an episode of SJS/TEN necessitates multidisciplinary follow-up

105 citations , February 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.

Transgender Adolescents and Acne: A Case Series

research Transgender adolescents and acne: A cases series

24 citations , March 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Testosterone treatment in transgender teens can worsen acne, requiring careful treatment due to mental health and medication side effects.

research The Possibilities of Using Chromium Salts as an Agent Supporting Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

4 citations , February 2019 in “Biological Trace Element Research”

Chromium salts may help with insulin sensitivity in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their overall effectiveness and safety.

Azathioprine for the Treatment of Extensive Forms of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

research Azathiopine for the Treatment of Extensive Forms of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

1 citations , April 2019 in “Acta Medica Philippina”

Azathioprine may help treat severe alopecia areata, but more research is needed.

research Sub-chronic effects of a Phthirusa pyrifolia aqueous extract on reproductive function and comparative hormone levels in male rats

5 citations , December 2015 in “Asian pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine”

Phthirusa pyrifolia extract may lower testosterone and harm male rat reproduction without damaging the liver or kidneys.

Effect of Ethanol Extract of Zapoteca Portoricensis Stem on Liver, Kidney, and Prostatic Biomarkers of Testosterone-Induced Benign Prostate Hyperplasia in Male Albino Rats

research Effect of ethanol extract of Zapoteca portoricensis stem on liver, kidney and prostatic biomarkers of testosterone-induced benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) in male albino rats

1 citations , January 2018 in “AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES”

Zapoteca portoricensis extract may help protect against prostate issues and support liver and kidney health in rats.

research Sexual dysfunction, including hypoactive sexual desire disorder: Diagnosis and treatment recommendations

1 citations , July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.

research Safety Considerations and Monitoring in Patients Treated with Systemic Medications for Acne

10 citations , January 2016 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

Some acne medications have side effects; doctors should educate patients and may not need to do frequent lab tests for all.

research Vestibular Hair Cell Regeneration and Restoration of Balance Function Induced by Math1 Gene Transfer

129 citations , January 2007 in “Otology & Neurotology”

Gene therapy with the Math1 gene helped regenerate balance-related cells and improve balance in mice.

research To study hypoactive sexual desire disorder in a fragile X carrier female successfully treated with local testosterone application

2 citations , September 2007 in “International Journal of Impotence Research”

Local testosterone treatment improved sexual desire in a female with fragile X syndrome.

Finasteride, Not Tamsulosin, Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction and Decreases Testosterone Levels in Men With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

research Finasteride, not tamsulosin, increases severity of erectile dysfunction and decreases testosterone levels in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia

20 citations , June 2015 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation”

Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.

research Clinical and Imagistic Aspects in Dog’s Hyperadrenocorticism Determined by Pituitary and Adrenal Nodules with Secretory Function

November 2015 in “Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca Veterinary Medicine”

Most dogs with Cushing's syndrome have pituitary tumors causing varied symptoms, complicating diagnosis.

research Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids An Update

53 citations , October 1993 in “Drug Safety”

Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.