research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
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research 9243 Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism due to Rare Ovarian Tumor
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone in a postmenopausal woman, resolved by surgery.
research Expression, characterization, and structural analysis of human liver delta4-3-ketosteroid 5beta-reductase (AKR1D1) and its disease-related mutant P133R
The P133R mutation in AKR1D1 enzyme causes harmful bile acid buildup, explaining related health issues.
research Exclusive androgenic effect of dehydroepiandrosterone in sebaceous glands of rat skin
DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.
research Clinical Case Seminar: Postmenopausal androgen excess-challenges in diagnostic work-up and management of ovarian thecosis
The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.
research Remarks on the Hormonal Background of the Male Equivalent of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Men might have a version of the female disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, shown by changes in hormone levels and early baldness, but more research is needed to fully understand it.
research Persistent adverse effects of antidepressants
Antidepressants can cause long-term side effects like severe withdrawal symptoms and sexual dysfunction, which can last for months or years after stopping the medication.
research A Comparison of the Efficacy, Relapse Rate and Side Effects among Three Modalities of Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata
Intramuscular triamcinolone and pulse therapy with oral predonine are effective for alopecia areata with manageable side effects, but better relapse prevention is needed.
research Finasteride induces Epigenetic Modulation of LSP1: A Gene implicated in Neutrophil Actin Dysfunction disease
Finasteride may help treat Neutrophil Actin Dysfunction by reducing LSP1 gene activity.
research MON-369 Treatment of Nonclassic 11-Hydroxylase Deficiency with "Hair, Skin, and Nails," an Over-the-Counter, Insulin Sensitizing Vitamin/Mineral Supplement
An over-the-counter vitamin/mineral supplement improved hair loss and blood sugar control in a woman with non-classic 11-hydroxylase deficiency.
research 307 Dermatologic toxicities associated with chronic gamma-secretase inhibitor treatment for desmoid tumor
Most patients experienced mild to moderate skin problems during a trial for a desmoid tumor treatment.
research Cell-derived exosome therapy for diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a preclinical animal studies systematic review and meta-analysis
Exosome therapy may help treat diabetic nerve damage, but more research is needed.
research Localized corticosteroid delivery in alopecia areata using microneedle patch technology
research Ethanol-induced GABAA receptor alpha4 subunit plasticity involves phosphorylation and neuroactive steroids
Ethanol changes GABAA receptor α4 subunit levels through phosphorylation and neuroactive steroids.
research Determining the causes of disorders of the reproductive function of nutrias
Poor-quality feed and low vitamin A cause reproductive issues in nutrias.
research Diffuse hair loss in Addison disease: A reason for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy screening
Men with Addison disease should be screened for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy if they have hair loss.
research Prolonged Drug-Induced Hypersensitivity Syndrome/DRESS With Alopecia Areata and Autoimmune Thyroiditis
A severe medication reaction required long treatment and led to hair loss and thyroid issues.
research The Mossman–Pacey Paradox
Men using steroids or finasteride to look more attractive may harm their fertility and sexual function, creating a paradox where they seem fit but may be less able to reproduce.
research Eosinophilic folliculitis of the scalp associated with PD‐1/PDL1 inhibitors
Immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause scalp inflammation and hair follicle issues.
research The effect of the antiandrogen IIα-hydroxyprogesterone on sebum production and cholesterol concentration of sebum
The antiandrogen 11α-hydroxyprogesterone effectively reduces skin oil and cholesterol when applied to the skin.
research [Skin cells as steroid target; the steroid action in some skin diseases and wound healing].
Steroids affect skin health and healing, offering new treatment options.
research Hypertrichosis as a side effect of inhaled steroids in children
Inhaled steroids in children may cause excessive hair growth and not always go away after stopping the medication.
research Steroid-sparing effect of mycophenolate mofetil in the treatment of a subepidermal blistering autoimmune disease in a dog : clinical communication
Mycophenolate mofetil helped reduce steroid use in treating a dog's autoimmune skin disease.
research A case of treatment-resistant erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp
Combination therapy may be more effective for difficult-to-treat scalp conditions.
research Peripheral MC1R Activation Modulates Immune Responses and is Neuroprotective in a Mouse Model of Parkinson’s Disease
NDP-MSH protects brain cells and reduces inflammation in Parkinson's disease by activating MC1R and involving Tregs.
research Adrenoleukodystrophy: A Rare Case Report
Early diagnosis and genetic counseling are crucial for managing adrenoleukodystrophy.
research The effects of acute finasteride treatment in dopamine transporter knockout mice and MK-801-treated mice
research In Vivo Time-Dependent Inhibition of Human Steroid 5a-Reductase by Finasteride
Finasteride poorly inhibits type 1 5AR, affecting its effectiveness.
research Alopecia areata incognita
A young woman with a rare hair loss condition improved with steroid and biotin treatment.
research Male pseudohermaphroditism due to 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency: Studies on the natural history of the defect and effect of androgens on gender role
Individuals with this condition often develop male traits and identities at puberty despite being raised as females.