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.
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research Steroid 5α-Reductase as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders
S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
research Oestrogen functions in skin and skin appendages
Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.
research Characterization of hairless (Hr) and FGF5genes provides insights into the molecular basis of hair loss in cetaceans
Cetaceans lost hair due to changes in the Hr and FGF5 genes.
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 Primary Scarring Alopecias
The document concludes that primary scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss, have unpredictable outcomes, and lack definitive treatments, requiring personalized care.
research Novel aspects of age-protection by spermidine supplementation are associated with preserved telomere length
Spermidine helps protect against aging by preserving telomere length.
research Repeated finasteride administration induces depression-like behavior in adult male rats
Finasteride use can cause depression-like behavior in male rats.
research Progress and prospects: gene therapy for performance and appearance enhancement
Gene therapy shows promise for enhancing physical traits but faces ethical, safety, and regulatory challenges.
research Inhibitory effect of tianeptine on catagen induction in alopecia areata-like lesions induced by ultrasonic wave stress in mice
Tianeptine, an antidepressant, may prevent stress-induced hair loss in mice.
research Epigallocatechin-3-gallate inhibits paclitaxel-induced apoptosis through the alteration of microRNA expression in human dermal papilla cells
Green tea extract helps prevent cell death and supports cell survival in hair cells exposed to a chemotherapy drug.
research The impact, prevalence, and association of different forms of hair loss among individuals with anxiety disorder: Systematic review and meta-analysis
People with hair loss are more likely to have anxiety.
research Changes in the Expression of Smooth Muscle Cell–Related Genes in Human Dermal Sheath Cup Cells Associated with the Treatment Outcome of Autologous Cell–Based Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Lower levels of certain genes in hair cells improve hair loss treatment outcomes.
research Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, and Cosmetics
The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
research Treatment of hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Generalised Glucocorticoid Resistance
Generalized glucocorticoid resistance causes hormone imbalances and varied symptoms due to gene mutations.
research Particulate matter exposure induces maternal scalp hair loss after birth in C57/B6 mouse via alteration of inflammatory and apoptotic pathways
Exposure to particulate matter worsens postpartum hair loss by affecting inflammation and cell death pathways.
research Dermoscopy — 4th Conference of the Section of Dermoscopy and Other Skin Imaging Techniques (DiTOS) of the Polish Dermatological Society — Abstracts
Hair loss can be caused by cancer, treatments, or skin conditions, and trichoscopy helps diagnose it.
research Advanced medical treatments for hair loss
New hair loss treatments like stem cells and gene therapy show promise but need more research for safety and effectiveness.
research The causes of age-related alopecia from the point of view of modern morphology
Age-related hair loss is linked to changes in blood vessels, stem cells, and aging cells, and understanding these can help keep hair healthy as we age.
research Hair Loss, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning
research Clinical and phototrichogrammatic evaluation of estradiol replacement therapy on hair growth in postmenopausal Japanese women with female pattern hair loss: a pilot study
Hormone replacement therapy may improve hair growth in the frontal hairline of postmenopausal women with hair loss.
research An Updated Etiology of Hair Loss and the New Cosmeceutical Paradigm in Therapy: Clearing ‘the Big Eight Strikes’
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
research Chemotoxicity in Carcinoma Breast Patients - Its Incidence and Trends in Severity - An Observational Study
Chemotherapy causes hair loss, nausea, fatigue, and blood issues, but counseling can help manage these effects.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Therapies
The document concludes that low-dose acne treatment is most suitable for moderate acne, with high patient satisfaction and low relapse rates.
research Obstetric Dermatology
The document concludes that managing skin conditions during pregnancy is important and requires specialized care.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research The Role of Vitamin D in Non-Scarring Alopecia
Low vitamin D might be linked to certain types of hair loss, and supplements could help, but more research is needed.
research Alopecia and Hirsuties
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.