research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research Decision letter: Human biallelic MFN2 mutations induce mitochondrial dysfunction, upper body adipose hyperplasia, and suppression of leptin expression
MFN2 mutations cause mitochondrial problems, unusual fat distribution, and low leptin despite high body fat.
research EVALUATION OF THE EFFECT OF TOPICALLY APPLIED METHYLSULFONYLMETHANE AND THEIR COMBINATION WITH MINOXIDIL SOLUTION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF HAIR GROWTH IN MALE MICE
MSM reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth in male mice.
research Peculiar hypertrichosis in a patient affected by frontal fibrosing alopecia with pseudo "fringe sign"
A woman with frontal fibrosing alopecia experienced unusual hair growth after using a specific topical lotion.
research Fibromodulin reduces scar formation in adult cutaneous wounds by eliciting a fetal-like phenotype
Fibromodulin treatment helps reduce scarring and improves wound healing by making it more like fetal healing.
research More about X‐linked testicular feminization of the mouse as a noninducible (is) mutation of a regulatory locus: 5α‐androstan‐3α‐17ß‐diol as the true inducer of kidney alcohol dehydrogenase and ß‐glucuronidase
A specific metabolite, not a receptor protein, triggers the production of certain kidney enzymes, but this process is disrupted in mice with a mutation causing testicular feminization.
research The Feasibility and Utility of Hair Follicle Sampling To Measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA in Children With or Without Fragile X Syndrome
Hair follicle sampling is a feasible method to measure FMRP and FMR1 mRNA levels in children.
research Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Theranostic Multifunctional Microneedles
Microneedles are becoming essential tools in medicine for sensing, drug delivery, and communication.
research In vivo effects of epidermal growth factor on epidermal pattern formation and hair follicle initiation in the marsupial bandicoot Isoodon macrourus
Epidermal growth factor disrupts hair and gland formation in bandicoots.
research The Trilogy of Skin Regeneration via Metal-Organic Frameworks Nanomedicine: Precision Management of Refractory Wounds, Pathological Scarring, and Hair Follicle Reactivation
Metal-organic frameworks can help heal wounds, reduce scars, and promote hair growth, but more research is needed.
research FFA and Personal Care Product Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Using facial sunscreen and moisturizer may increase the risk of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Vaccines, adjuvants and autoimmunity
Vaccines are generally safe, but rare autoimmune reactions can occur, often influenced by genetics.
research Food Bioactive Compounds and Emerging Techniques for Their Extraction: Polyphenols as a Case Study
Polyphenols in plant foods help prevent diseases and have potential uses in food, cosmetics, and more.
research Dupilumab in Inflammatory Skin Diseases: A Systematic Review
Dupilumab effectively treats various inflammatory skin diseases beyond its initial use for atopic dermatitis.
research Ethanol intake patterns in female mice: Influence of allopregnanolone and the inhibition of its synthesis
Female mice are less affected by certain substances that alter alcohol consumption compared to male mice.
research Transplanted hair follicle stem cells migrate to the penumbra and express neural markers in a rat model of cerebral ischaemia/reperfusion
Hair follicle stem cells may help repair the brain after a stroke.
research Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in Oral Lichen Planus: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma therapy improves oral lichen planus symptoms with few side effects.
research Mechanical Fractionation of Adipose Tissue—A Scoping Review of Procedures to Obtain Stromal Vascular Fraction
tSVF is effective for treating inflammation-related conditions, with centrifugation being the best method for isolation.
research Antiviral Drugs Screening for Swine Acute Diarrhea Syndrome Coronavirus
Five existing drugs may help fight Swine Acute Diarrhea Syndrome Coronavirus.
research Platinum-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (PIPN): ROS-Related Mechanism, Therapeutic Agents, and Nanosystems
Reducing reactive oxygen species can help treat nerve damage from platinum cancer drugs.
research Inorganic Nanomaterial for Biomedical Imaging of Brain Diseases
Inorganic nanomaterials can improve brain disease imaging by being more precise and faster than traditional methods.
research Inactivated COVID-19 Vaccine Induces a Low Humoral Immune Response in a Subset of Dermatological Patients Receiving Immunosuppressants
Some patients on immunosuppressants had a weaker immune response to the Sinovac-CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine.
research Post-COVID-19 Sydrome and Decrease in Health-Related Quality of Life in Kidney Transplant Recipients after SARS-COV-2 Infection—A Cohort Longitudinal Study from the North of Poland
Kidney transplant patients who had COVID-19 experienced a significant drop in their quality of life due to long-lasting symptoms.
research Long‐term outcome after hand and forearm transplantation – a retrospective study
Hand and forearm transplants can be successful long-term, but they come with challenges like rejection and side effects from immunosuppression.
research Exploring the Inhibitory Potential of Phytosterols β-Sitosterol, Stigmasterol, and Campesterol on 5-Alpha Reductase Activity in the Human Prostate: An In Vitro and In Silico Approach
Phytosterols may help manage prostate issues but are less effective than synthetic drugs.
research Cutaneous Involvement in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Review for the Rheumatologist
Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.
research Three Cases of Alopecia Following Clinical Islet Transplantation
Some patients developed hair loss after islet cell transplant possibly due to their immune-suppressing medications.
research Secondary Metabolites with Antifungal Activities from Mangrove Derived Fungus Monascus purpureus WMD2424
Compounds from Monascus purpureus showed mild antifungal effects.
research Molecular docking simulation studies on potent butyrylcholinesterase inhibitors obtained from microbial transformation of dihydrotestosterone
Metabolite 7 is a strong inhibitor for Alzheimer's disease management.
research Oral Lichen Planus
Oral lichen planus is a chronic disease causing mouth discomfort and sometimes needs immunosuppressive treatment.