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The document explains how certain drugs block hormones to treat cancers like breast and prostate cancer.
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research Propecia: The Goose That Lays the Golden Eggs
Finasteride is popular for treating male hair loss but may increase the risk of serious prostate cancer and has other potential side effects.
research Reflectance confocal microscopy can differentiate dermoscopic white dots of the scalp between sweat gland ducts or follicular infundibulum
Reflectance confocal microscopy can tell apart white dots on the scalp as either sweat gland ducts or hair follicle openings.
research Histopathology of alopecia: a clinicopathological approach to diagnosis
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
research Gender differences in skin: A review of the literature
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.
research A New Look at the 5?-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
research Dermatologic care of the transgender patient
Hormone therapy and surgeries for transgender individuals affect their skin and hair, requiring specific dermatologic treatments and respectful care.
research Finasteride and sexual side effects
Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.
research Guidelines of care for androgenetic alopecia
Treat genetic hair loss early with FDA-approved medications and consider hair transplantation.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
research The Effect of 5 -Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.
research Alopecia and the metabolic syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
research Micropigmentation: Camouflaging Scalp Alopecia and Scars in Korean Patients
Micropigmentation safely and effectively hides scalp hair loss and scars.
research Prevalence of nutritional deficiencies in hair loss among Indian participants: Results of a cross-sectional study
Most Indian people with hair loss in the study lacked nutrients, especially iron.
research Crosstalk between androgen and Wnt/β-catenin leads to changes of wool density in FGF5-knockout sheep
Blocking the FGF5 gene in sheep leads to more fine wool and active hair follicles due to changes in certain cell signaling pathways.
research Analysis of familial factors using the basic and specific (BASP) classification in Korean patients with androgenetic alopecia
Familial factors affect hair loss types in Koreans, with M type in men, L type in women, and paternal factors influencing male hair loss more.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness?
PFS might be a delusional disorder with potential to become mass psychogenic illness.
research Ovarian Hilus-Cell Hyperplasia and High Serum Testosterone in a Patient With Postmenopausal Virilization
A woman's male-like symptoms and high testosterone were due to ovarian hilus-cell hyperplasia, which improved after surgery.
research Low-level laser therapy and narrative review of other treatment modalities in androgenetic alopecia
LLLT is a safe, promising hair loss treatment, but more research needed.
research Cosmetic surgery in men
More men are getting cosmetic surgery, with Botox and hair removal being popular, but these procedures have risks.
research The Evolving Role for Autologous Adipose Tissue (Fat) in Treating Hair Loss
Using one's own fat may help treat hair loss.
research Comparison of the efficacy of topical minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% solutions on male androgenetic alopecia and measuring patient satisfaction rate.
Adenosine led to higher patient satisfaction than minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
research Patterned androgenic alopecia in normal women
Patterned hair loss is relatively common in women and not usually a sign of serious health issues.
research Systematic Review on the Various Clinical Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Patients
PCOS has many symptoms, with high androgen levels being the most common.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
New understanding of hair loss could lead to better treatments.
research Post Menopausal Hyperandrogenism: A Case of a Steroid Cell Tumor of the Ovary
A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.
research Low Level Laser Treatment for Patterned Hair Loss: A Systematic Review
Low level laser therapy may promote hair growth for patterned hair loss, but more research is needed.