research Predominant expression of 5 alpha-reductase type 1 in pubic skin from normal subjects and hirsute patients.
The main enzyme found in pubic skin that could be targeted to treat excessive hair growth is 5 alpha-R2.
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research Hirsutism and virilisation.
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
research Antiandrogen Drugs Lower Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Levels in Hirsute Subjects: Evidence That Serum PSA Is a Marker of Androgen Action in Women1
Antiandrogen drugs can reduce PSA levels in women with excess hair, suggesting PSA is a sign of male hormone activity in women.
research A Community Based Cross Sectional Study on Prevalence Of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Health Related Quality of Life in Pakistani Females
Many young women in Punjab, Pakistan, show symptoms of PCOS and have a lower quality of life, but they are not aware of the condition.
research Androgen Profiling by Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) in Healthy Normal-Weight Ovulatory and Anovulatory Late Adolescent and Young Women
The research found that anovulatory young women have higher androgen and hormone levels than those who ovulate, suggesting immature hormonal regulation rather than a specific condition.
research Progress in research on the effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) ovarian injection on early ovarian reserve dysfunction and premature ovarian insufficiency
PRP may help improve ovarian function, but more research is needed for consistent results.
research Molecular, immunological, enzymatic and biochemical studies of coproporphyrinogen oxidase deficiency in a family with hereditary coproporphyria.
A new gene mutation causes hereditary coproporphyria with reduced enzyme activity.
research Analysis of Skin Regeneration and Barrier-Improvement Efficacy of Polydeoxyribonucleotide Isolated from Panax Ginseng (C.A. Mey.) Adventitious Root
Plant-derived PDRN from ginseng roots effectively heals skin and improves its barrier.
research ОСОБЕННОСТИ ГИПЕРАНДРОГЕНИИ У МУЖЧИН
Older men with high total testosterone might not show symptoms, while younger men with hyperandrogenism may experience hair loss or acne.
research Priorities for efficacy trials of gender-affirming hormone therapy with estrogen: collaborative design and results of a community survey
Future hormone therapy trials should match the diverse needs and priorities of the gender-diverse community.
research EXAMINATION OF THE “SURFACE TENSION” OF NEWBORN RAT SKIN: METHOD AND EFFECTS OF EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR (EGF)
research Evaluation and Treatment of Hirsutism in Premenopausal Women
Treat hirsutism in premenopausal women with oral contraceptives and consider additional treatments if needed.
research Pica for Uncooked Basmati Rice in Two Women with Iron Deficiency and a Review of Ryzophagia
Iron therapy resolved uncooked rice cravings and symptoms in women with iron deficiency.
research White Lupin Cluster Root Acclimation to Phosphorus Deficiency and Root Hair Development Involve Unique Glycerophosphodiester Phosphodiesterases
White lupin uses specific genes to grow root hairs and access phosphorus when it's scarce.
research Spatiotemporal secondary hair follicle development in the Lanyu pig (Sus scrofa taivanus): a novel pelage hair follicle model
The Lanyu pig's hair follicles are similar to human ones, making it useful for studying skin healing.
research Anti-BPH lignans from Urtica triangularis subsp. pinnatifida (Hand.-Mazz.) C.J.Chen
Lignans from Urtica triangularis may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
research Environmental Exposures and Reproductive Health
Environmental and social factors greatly affect women's reproductive health.
research Phenolsulphotransferase: localization in kidney during human embryonic and fetal development
The enzyme PST is found in developing human kidneys and helps with detoxification and development.
research Biochemical and Histopathological evaluation of prostatic tissue under effect of Pterostilbene in benign prostatic hyperplasia rat model
Pterostilbene significantly reduces prostate enlargement and has strong antioxidant effects.
research The Krüppel-like Factor Epiprofin Is Expressed by Epithelium of Developing Teeth, Hair Follicles, and Limb Buds and Promotes Cell Proliferation
Epiprofin helps cells grow in developing teeth, hair, and limbs.
research Case 5: A Very Tall 7-year-old Boy with Medulloblastoma
A 7-year-old boy with a brain tumor developed early puberty, which was successfully treated with medication.
research An Unusual Case of White Piedra Due to Trichosporon inkin Mimicking Trichobacteriosis
A man's pubic hair infection was treated by shaving and using antifungal medications.
research Disorders in Male Sexual Differentiation Due to 5α-Reductase-2 Deficiency
5α-reductase-2 deficiency causes ambiguous genitalia at birth and affects male sexual development, but individuals often develop male characteristics at puberty.
research Prolactin Signaling Influences the Timing Mechanism of the Hair Follicle: Analysis of Hair Growth Cycles in Prolactin Receptor Knockout Mice
Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
research Comparación del efecto terapéutico entre el extracto etanólico del fruto de Physalis peruviana, Finasteride y Terazosine en la hiperplasia prostática benigna inducida en ratas
Physalis peruviana extract is more effective in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats than finasteride and terazosine.
research Changes in Progesterone Metabolites in the Hippocampus Can Modulate Open Field and Forced Swim Test Behavior of Proestrous Rats
Lowering 3α,5α-THP in the hippocampus increases anxiety and depression in proestrous rats.
research Treatment of hirsutism: comparisons between different antiandrogens with central and peripheral effects
Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Metabolic and reproductive characteristics of first-degree relatives of women with self-reported oligo-amenorrhoea and hirsutism
Relatives of women with PCOS symptoms are more likely to have similar health issues.
research “EGGS AT TWELVE”, HOW GIRLS BECOME BOYS AND THE DISCOVERY OF FINASTERIDE
Finasteride helps treat hair loss and prostate issues by blocking a hormone.
research Clinical and epidemiological characteristics and hormonal profile of adult females with acne vulgaris: a cross-sectional study from a tertiary care hospital
Most adult females with acne do not have hormonal imbalances, but some show signs of excess male hormones.