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 Sexual Problems of Men With Androgenic Alopecia Treated With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Long-Term Experience With 5-alpha-Reductase Inhibitors.
Finasteride reduces prostate size and symptoms with few side effects.
research Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor Treatment of Cyclic Neutropenia With Recurrent Oral Aphthae
G-CSF effectively treated a teenager's cyclic neutropenia and reduced her symptoms without adverse effects.
research Effect of MK-386, a novel inhibitor of type 1 5 alpha-reductase, alone and in combination with finasteride, on serum dihydrotestosterone concentrations in men.
MK-386 and finasteride together effectively reduce DHT levels, potentially treating acne and male pattern baldness.
research Dupilumab for the treatment of alopecia areata in pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis: A scoping review
Dupilumab effectively reduces alopecia areata symptoms in children with atopic dermatitis.
research Topical polyhydroxy acid treatment for autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis in the golden retriever: a prospective pilot study
Gluconolactone products can significantly reduce skin scaling in golden retrievers with ARCI.
research Acute alopecia due to metformin treatment for polycystic ovarian syndrome
Metformin can cause hair loss in some women with PCOS.
research Turpentine Ointment for the Treatment of Folliculitis: An Open, Prospective, Randomized, Placebo- and Comparator-Controlled Multicenter Trial
Turpentine ointment is effective and safe for treating folliculitis.
research Intravesical instillation of platelet-rich plasma for treatment of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome: A pilot study
Platelet-rich plasma shows promise in reducing pain for bladder pain syndrome.
research Evaluation of efficacy of QR 678 and QR678 neo hair growth factor formulation for the treatment of female pattern alopecia in patients with PCOS—A prospective study
QR 678 and QR678 Neo treatments are effective for hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Combination of Systemic and Topical Treatment for Feline Dermatophytosis: A Case Report
The cat with ringworm got better after being treated with oral and topical medications for 35 days.
research Effect of the multifunctional cosmetic ingredient sphinganine on hair loss in men and women with diffuse hair reduction
Sphinganine can reduce hair loss and improve scalp health.
research SALT score distribution with ritlecitinib treatment up to 24 months in alopecia areata
Ritlecitinib improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata over 24 months.
research Genetically engineered biomimetic ATP-responsive nanozyme for the treatment of cardiac fibrosis
A new engineered treatment shows promise in curing heart fibrosis.
research Oral Low-Dose Naltrexone in the Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris: An Uncontrolled Open-Label Prospective Study
Low-dose naltrexone may help reduce redness in certain scalp conditions.
research Therapeutic targeting of ocular diseases with emphasis on PI3K/Akt, and OPRL pathways by Hedera helix L. saponins: a new approach for the treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa-induced bacterial keratitis
PEVIII is a promising treatment for Pseudomonas aeruginosa keratitis.
research Efficacy of baricitinib in treatment of coexisting alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris
Baricitinib effectively treated hair loss and inflammation in a patient with alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris.
research Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia Based on Animal Experiments: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Traditional Chinese Medicine may help treat hair loss but needs more research.
research Successful alopecia universalis treatment with the combination of cyclosporine and oral corticosteroid: a case report
A combination of cyclosporine and oral corticosteroid successfully regrew hair in a 19-year-old with alopecia universalis.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Use and Prostate Cancer Prevention: A Victim of the Times?
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are safe long-term but may be outdated for preventing less significant prostate cancer.
research ETP026 A case of alopecia areata associated with low dosage VPA treatment
Low dose valproic acid treatment caused hair loss in a young patient.
research Supplementary Material for: Drug-Induced Melasma in Patients on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause melasma, especially in people with darker skin.
research Dermoscopic evaluation of intralesional pentoxifylline in the treatment of alopecia areata
Intralesional pentoxifylline effectively and safely treats alopecia areata, improving hair regrowth.
research Comparative Efficacy of Oral and Topical 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Reducing Dihydrotestosterone levels across Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Network Meta-Analysis incorporating Post-Hoc Analyses of Randomized Clinical Trial Data
Oral and topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitors affect DHT levels and hair density differently in treating hair loss.
research Do Alpha-Blockers and 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Increase Dementia Risk? A Network Meta-analysis
Alpha-blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors don't significantly increase dementia risk.
research A proprietary lipidosterolic extract of Serenoa repens promotes hair growth through mechanisms that extend beyond 5‐alpha reductase inhibition: Insights from human hair follicle organ culture
USPlus® DERM may help hair growth and reduce hair loss.
research Scalp Micropigmentation Is an Effective Treatment for Localized Alopecia: Technical Analysis and a Series of Ten Case Reports
Scalp micropigmentation effectively treats localized alopecia with high patient satisfaction.
research Role of microneedling in treatment of alopecia areata
Microneedling can effectively promote hair regrowth in alopecia areata.