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Trichotillomania, a disorder where people compulsively pull out their own hair, often starts around age 12, is more common in adult females, and can be treated with behavior therapy and medication.
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research Effects of the anti-androgen finasteride on 5alpha-reductase activity in human gingival fibroblasts in response to minocycline
Finasteride helps treat hair loss by blocking enzyme activity.
research Tamoxifen-Induced Female Androgenetic Alopecia in a Patient with Breast Cancer
Tamoxifen caused hair loss in a 52-year-old woman.
research Potential Medical Uses of Cannabigerol: A Brief Overview
CBG may help with various medical conditions but needs more human research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Androgen Receptor (AR) Gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n Length Polymorphisms and Symptoms in Young Males With Long-Lasting Adverse Effects After Finasteride Use Against Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.
research Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans revisited: our experience with 37 patients in south India
DCPA is a chronic leg infection often related to Staphylococcus aureus, affecting mostly young men in India.
research Gut microbiota in alopecia areata
Alopecia areata may be linked to imbalanced gut bacteria.
research The Significance of Scalp Involvement in Pemphigus: A Literature Review
Scalp involvement is common in pemphigus and can lead to hair loss, with the severity of scalp lesions linked to overall disease severity.
research Compilation of a comprehensive gene panel for systematic assessment of genes that govern an individual’s drug responses
Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
research Androgen Receptor in Human Health: A Potential Therapeutic Target
The Androgen Receptor could be a target for treating diseases like cancer, but more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of potential treatments.
research Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis
Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
research Postmarketing Surveillance of New Antiepileptic Drugs: The Tribulations of Trials
Monitoring new epilepsy drugs after they're sold is crucial to find rare and long-term side effects that initial tests might miss.
research The spread of antimicrobial resistance in the aquatic environment from faecal pollution: a scoping review of a multifaceted issue
Faecal pollution significantly contributes to antimicrobial resistance in water, needing better wastewater management and research.
research Low Intensity Ultrasound as an Antidote to Taxane/Paclitaxel-induced Cytotoxicity
Low intensity ultrasound may reduce side effects of chemotherapy drugs like paclitaxel.
research Mesothelial Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction for Skin Rejuvenation
Adipose-derived stem cells show potential for skin rejuvenation and wound healing but require more research to overcome challenges and ensure safety.
research Special Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains in Hair Pathology
Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.
research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen- Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research The melanocyte photosensory system in the human skin
Human skin's melanocytes respond to light by changing shape, producing pigments and hormones, which may affect sleep patterns.
research Analyzing the laser‐light reflection from human hair fibers. II. Deriving a measure of hair luster
The conclusion is that a new method to measure hair shine was confirmed to match people's visual assessments.
research A RARE FORM OF SUPPURATING AND CICATRIZING DISEASE OF THE SCALP
A rare scalp disease causes hair loss, pus-filled nodules, and scarring.
research Androgenetic alopecia: effects of oral finasteride on hormone profile, reproduction and sexual function
Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.
research Repurposing steroidogenesis inhibitors for the therapy of neuropsychiatric disorders: Promises and caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Solid state NMR of isotope labelled murine fur: a powerful tool to study atomic level keratin structure and treatment effects
Solid-state NMR can effectively study keratin structure and treatment effects in fur.
research An overview of zinc and its importance in dermatology-Part II: The association of zinc with some dermatologic disorders
Zinc helps manage skin disorders and deficiencies can worsen some conditions.
research Finasteride
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
research White and yellow dots as new trichoscopic signs of severe female androgenetic alopecia in dark skin phototypes
White and yellow dots indicate severe female hair loss in dark skin.
research Heme Oxygenase and the Skin in Health and Disease
HO-1 helps skin health and healing but can worsen melanoma; it's a potential treatment target for skin diseases.
research Intrinsic versus Extrinsic Aging: A Histopathological, Morphometric and Immunohistochemical Study of Estrogen Receptor β and Androgen Receptor
The study concluded that both estrogen and androgen receptors, which decrease with age, are linked to skin aging and may be hormonally regulated.
research Androgen Receptor Polymorphism-Dependent Variation in Prostate-Specific Antigen Concentrations of European Men
Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.
research Antifungal and Antibacterial Activity of the Essential Oil of Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana from Spain
The essential oil from Chamaecyparis lawsoniana has strong antibacterial and antifungal effects, especially against yeast and Gram-positive bacteria.