research The placebo effect and randomized trials: analysis of conventional medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
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research Radioprotection of Lung Tissue by Soy Isoflavones
Soy isoflavones can protect lung tissue from radiation damage.
research Male hormonal contraception: looking back and moving forward
New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.
research Alopecia: unapproved treatments or indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
research Finasteride use during pregnancy and early neonatal outcome: a case report
Baby born healthy despite mom taking finasteride, but more research needed.
research Impact of a health alert and its implementation on flutamide prescriptions for women: an interrupted time series analysis
Health warnings and public health actions led to a significant drop in flutamide prescriptions for women, but off-label use still continues.
research The combination of ethinylestradiol/cyproterone acetate is temporarily withdrawn from the market in France. Is the measure justified?
The paper suggests that France's suspension of Diane-35 was hasty and could cause treatment issues and unintended pregnancies, recommending a re-evaluation and better patient information.
research Skin abnormality and hairloss: the reproductive endocrinological viewpoint
Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.
research A model for the turnover of dihydrotestosterone in the presence of the irreversible 5α-reductase inhibitors GI198745 and finasteride
Both drugs lower DHT levels, with GI198745 being more effective.
research Vitamin D metabolism and function in the skin
Skin cells produce and activate vitamin D, which regulates skin functions and supports hair growth.
research Effect of Testosterone Supplementation With and Without a Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibitor on Fat-Free Mass in Men With Suppressed Testosterone Production
Testosterone's muscle-building effects do not require its conversion to DHT.
research Evaluation of 5α-reductase inhibitory activity of certain herbs useful as antiandrogens
Some herbs show promise as antiandrogenic agents.
research ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Identifying the supportive care needs of men and women affected by chemotherapy-induced alopecia? A systematic review
People undergoing chemotherapy need better support and information to cope with hair loss.
research Mediterranean diet: fresh herbs and fresh vegetables decrease the risk of Androgenetic Alopecia in males
Mediterranean diet with fresh herbs and vegetables lowers male hair loss risk.
research Immunological aspects and gender bias during respiratory viral infections including novel Coronavirus disease‐19 (COVID‐19): A scoping review
Men are more likely to have severe respiratory viral infections like COVID-19 due to hormonal and genetic differences, while women generally have stronger immune responses.
research Effect of 1-mg Dose of Finasteride on Spermatogenesis and Pregnancy
Finasteride 1-mg doesn't harm sperm or pregnancy chances.
research Resveratrol Ameliorates the Seminiferous Tubules Damages Induced by Finasteride in Adult Male Rats
Resveratrol helps prevent finasteride-induced damage in male rats, improving reproductive function.
research Research Brief: Self-Reports of a Constellation of Persistent Antiandrogenic, Estrogenic, Physical, and Psychological Effects of Finasteride Usage Among Men
Finasteride use can cause lasting negative effects like sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive issues.
research Androgenic Alopecia
Androgenic Alopecia, a common hair loss condition, can be effectively treated with finasteride and other treatments.
research UPDATE ON IDIOPATHIC HIRSUTISM: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
research Skin biology
Current therapies cannot fully regenerate adult skin without scars; more research is needed for scar-free healing.
research Five-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor and Breast Cancer Risk in Men: A Systematic Review
Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase breast cancer risk in men.
research THERAPEUTIC ASPECTS OF ONION IN TREATMENT OF CANCER AND RELATED ISSUES: A REVIEW
Onions may help reduce cancer risk and obesity-related issues.
research Where it all went right
Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
research Simultaneous Quantification of Dutasteride and Silodosin Using a Stability-Indicating RP-HPLC Approach
The method accurately and quickly measures silodosin and dutasteride in mixtures.
research LncRNA MTC enhances the proliferation of Liaoning cashmere goat skin fibroblasts by modulating GSTM1-ASK1 interaction
LncRNA MTC boosts growth of goat skin cells, improving cashmere quality.
research Medical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Alpha-blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors are main treatments for BPH, with new support for phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors and beta-3 agonists.
research Pharmacognostic evaluation of Sphagneticola calendulacea (L.) Pruski: Leaves
The evaluation of Creeping Daisy leaves found important characteristics and compounds that support its use in medicine.
research Eclipta alba (Family: Asteraceae): A review of botanical, ethnopharmacological, phytochemical and pharmacological studies
Eclipta alba shows promise for medicinal use but needs more research.