research Androgenetic alopecia: An update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
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research The Potential Utility of Tirzepatide for the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Tirzepatide might help manage PCOS in obese patients but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Current understanding and treatment of sex hormone-related hair diseases
Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.
research Uncombable hair improved by biotin
Biotin supplements significantly improved a young girl's uncombable hair.
research The influence of ESR1 polymorphisms on selected hormonal, metabolic and mineral balance markers in women with hyperandrogenism
Certain ESR1 gene variations may affect hormone levels and fat distribution in women with high male hormone levels.
research Human Stem Cell Use in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Stem cell treatments show promise for hair loss but need more research.
research Update on Hormonal Therapy in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hormonal therapies, especially antiandrogens, can help manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
research An umbrella review of the use of platelet‐rich plasma in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
PRP is effective for treating hair loss, improving hair density, count, and thickness.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
N-acetyl-cysteine improves hair growth and is safe for treating early male hair loss.
research Solubility Preformulation Screening of Minoxidil in Different Natural Oils Using Experimental and Computational Approaches
Minoxidil dissolves best in shea butter, stearic acid, and rosemary oil, which may improve hair growth treatments.
research Revisión actualizada del tratamiento de la alopecia androgenética femenina
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved treatment for female hair loss, with other potential treatments needing more research for effectiveness.
research Insulin-like growth factor 1 and hair growth
IGF-1 can boost hair growth by promoting cell growth and preventing cell death.
research European Society of Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guideline: Endocrine work-up in obesity
Test thyroid function in all obese patients and prioritize weight loss for hormonal balance.
research Intracrine androgen biosynthesis, metabolism and action revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
research The Pathobiology of Skin Aging
Skin aging is a complex process influenced by various factors, leading to wrinkles and sagging, and should be considered a disease due to its health impacts.
research 3α-androstanediol, but not testosterone, attenuates age-related decrements in cognitive, anxiety, and depressive behavior of male rats
3α-androstanediol helps reduce age-related cognitive and mood declines in male rats, unlike testosterone.
research 5alpha-reductase: history and clinical importance.
5alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat BPH by reducing DHT, offering symptom relief and potential future uses.
research Female pattern hair loss: current treatment concepts.
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research Androgen Regulation of the Human Hair Follicle: The Type I Hair Keratin hHa7 Is a Direct Target Gene in Trichocytes
The hHa7 gene is regulated by androgens in certain body hair, not scalp hair.
research Animal and in vitro Models for the Study of Hair Follicles
Understanding hair follicles through various models can help develop new treatments for hair disorders.
research Unraveling the complex role of MAPT-containing H1 and H2 haplotypes in neurodegenerative diseases
H1 increases risk for neurodegenerative diseases, while H2 offers protection but is linked to other disorders.
research Genetically modified laboratory mice with sebaceous glands abnormalities
Genetic changes in mice help understand skin and hair disorders, aiding treatment development for acne and hair loss.
research The Role of Diet as an Adjuvant Treatment in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Certain diets may help with hair growth in people with different types of hair loss.
research Cardiovascular Risk Associated With Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy in Transgender Population
Hormone therapy increases the risk of heart-related issues in transgender women and may affect heart health in transgender men.
research Role of anabolic agents in colorectal carcinogenesis: Myths and realities (Review)
The link between anabolic agents and colorectal cancer risk is unclear.
research Influence of knowledge and beliefs on consumption of performance enhancing agents in north-western Saudi Arabia
More knowledge about the risks of performance-enhancing agents leads to less use in north-western Saudi Arabia.
research COVID-19 in Africa: an ovarian victory?
Africa's low COVID-19 rates may be linked to early measures and possibly higher estrogen levels in women.
research Female pattern hair loss
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
research Use of topical clascoterone for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa
Topical clascoterone may help treat hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Molecular Mechanisms Lead to Sex-Specific COVID-19 Prognosis and Targeted Therapies
Men are more at risk for severe COVID-19 due to biological differences, suggesting the need for targeted treatments.