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This study explores the epigenetic effects of finasteride, a drug used for androgenic alopecia and other conditions, on female reproductive function. It focuses on the modulation of estrogen receptor 1 (ESR1) and DNA methyltransferase 3A (DNMT3A), both crucial for fertility and oocyte development. Using Sertoli cell models, researchers found that finasteride exposure led to altered methylation profiles in several genes, including ESR1 and DNMT3A, suggesting potential impacts on reproductive pathways. Although causality is not established, the findings indicate a need for further research into finasteride's role in reproductive dysfunction or infertility in women through epigenetic mechanisms.
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January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
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January 2018 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” DNA methylation is essential for skin and hair follicle development, and could be a target for treating skin diseases.
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January 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Inherited color dilution in Rex rabbits is linked to DNA methylation changes in hair follicles.
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September 2018 in “Experimental physiology” Electro-acupuncture may help treat PCOS in rats by changing brain DNA methylation.
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January 2006 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Reduced AR gene methylation may cause early pubic hair growth in girls.
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July 2021 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” Father's finasteride use may affect son's fertility and testicular function.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Oleo Science” Genotype CG17 of garden cress seeds has the most β-carotenoids, tocopherols, and vitamins.
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January 2021 in “Frontiers in genetics” Inherited color dilution in rabbits is linked to DNA methylation changes.
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February 2022 in “Biomedicines” Testosterone treatment may change estrogen receptor methylation in AFAB individuals.
Osteopathic manipulation therapy might help treat dementia caused by finasteride.