research Exposure of Xenopus laevis tadpoles to finasteride, an inhibitor of 5-α reductase activity, impairs spermatogenesis and alters hypophyseal feedback mechanisms
Finasteride exposure harms tadpole reproduction and hormone balance.
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research No metabolic impact of surgical normalization of hyperandrogenism in postmenopausal women with ovarian androgen-secreting tumours
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research PCOS: update and diagnostic approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research A comparative analysis of immune privilege in pregnancy and cancer in the context of checkpoint blockade immunotherapy
The document concludes that pregnancy and cancer share immune evasion tactics, but more research is needed before using checkpoint blockade immunotherapy in pregnant cancer patients to avoid harm to the placenta.
research Age-related differences in the reproductive and metabolic implications of polycystic ovarian syndrome: findings in an obese, United States population
Older obese women with PCOS have higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks despite lower androgen levels.
research An intergenerational androgenic mechanism of female intrasexual competition in the cooperatively breeding meerkat
Androgens in female meerkats influence aggression and dominance, affecting social dynamics and offspring behavior.
research Cardiovascular toxicity of minoxidil in the marmoset
High doses of minoxidil can harm marmoset hearts and kidneys, possibly affecting humans similarly.
research Pharmacologic management of pattern hair loss
Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.
research Inhibition of steroid 5 alpha-reductase with finasteride: sleep-related erections, potency, and libido in healthy men.
Finasteride doesn't affect erections much, but may decrease libido in men.
research Targets to treat androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
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 Prostate-Sparing Effects in Primates of the Potent Androgen 7α-Methyl-19-Nortestosterone: A Potential Alternative to Testosterone for Androgen Replacement and Male Contraception1
MENT could be a better option than testosterone for male hormone therapy and birth control because it works well at lower doses and has fewer side effects on the prostate.
research The concealed side of caspases: beyond a killer of cells
Caspases do more than kill cells; they also help in cell growth and disease, and targeting them could lead to new treatments.
research Antiviral effects of human placenta hydrolysate (Laennec®) against SARS-CoV-2 in vitro and in the ferret model
Human placenta hydrolysate may help treat COVID-19 by reducing virus replication and boosting immune response.
research Immunocytochemical Localization of Androgen Receptors in the Scalp of the Stumptail Macaque Monkey, a Model of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgen receptors found in monkey scalps, similar to humans, affect hair growth.
research Human Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Exhibit High HLA-DR Levels and Altered Cellular Characteristics under a Xeno-free and Serum-free Condition
StemMACS media is better for growing therapeutic stem cells than PowerStem media.
research Testosterone-like immunoreactivity in hair measured in minute sample amounts - a competitive radioimmunoassay with an adequate limit of detection
The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Special Diagnostic and Therapeutic Considerations for Children
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in young people is important to prevent long-term health problems.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implication of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
research Anti-Zika Activity of a Library of Synthetic Carbohydrate Receptors
Some synthetic carbohydrate receptors, especially compounds 3 and 15, show strong potential for treating Zika virus.
research Family planning 2011: better use of existing methods, new strategies and more informed choices for female contraception
The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.
research Effect of 1-mg Dose of Finasteride on Spermatogenesis and Pregnancy
Finasteride 1-mg doesn't harm sperm or pregnancy chances.
research Exclusive androgenic effect of dehydroepiandrosterone in sebaceous glands of rat skin
DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.
research The effects of topical diazoxide on hair follicular growth and physiology of the stumptailed macaque
Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
research Biological characteristics of age-related changes in C57BL/6 mice sub-strains in the national center for geriatrics and gerontology aging farm
B6J mice live longer before 24 months, but B6N mice live longer after; both strains show weight gain, increased food and water intake, and health issues as they age.
research Wild geladas (Theropithecus gelada) in crops—more than in pasture areas—reduce aggression and affiliation
Wild geladas in crop areas show less grooming and aggression.
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 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Features, Diagnostic Criteria and Treatments
PCOS is a long-term condition that needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
research Finasteride
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
research Molecular Basis for Hair Loss in Mice Carrying a Novel Nonsense Mutation (Hrrh-R) in the Hairless Gene (Hr)
A new mutation in the hairless gene causes hair loss and skin wrinkling in mice.