research [Dermatologic therapy unit anti-androgens].
Anti-androgens can help treat tough skin conditions like severe acne and excessive hair growth.
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research [Systematic treatment with sex hormones in dermatology].
Sex hormone therapy is effective for certain skin conditions like acne and seborrhea, but less so for female hair loss and excessive hair growth.
research Acne-associated syndromes: models for better understanding of acne pathogenesis
Studying acne-related syndromes helps us understand acne causes and can lead to new treatments.
research PHARMACOLOGICAL BASIS FOR CLINICAL USE OF ANTIANDROGENS
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
research [Favorable effects of estrogens and progesterones on general diseases].
Estrogens and progesterones can help manage various health issues.
research Corticotropin-releasing hormone: An autocrine hormone that promotes lipogenesis in human sebocytes
CRH promotes fat production in skin cells, affecting conditions like acne.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Insulin Resistance, and Obesity: Navigating the Pathophysiologic Labyrinth
Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.
research Androgen Receptor Antagonists (Antiandrogens) Structure-Activity Relationships
Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.
research Trichoscopy update 2011
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
research Cutaneous manifestations of dabrafenib (GSK2118436): a selective inhibitor of mutant BRAF in patients with metastatic melanoma
Dabrafenib can cause skin growths and sometimes low-grade skin cancer.
research Comparison of flutamide and spironolactone in the treatment of hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial
Flutamide is more effective and has fewer side effects than spironolactone for treating hirsutism.
research Androgen action on human skin – from basic research to clinical significance
Hormones like testosterone affect skin functions and can cause skin issues when in excess; treatments to manage these effects are only somewhat effective.
research Treatment of hirsutism with the pure antiandrogen flutamide
Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.
research Surface Lipids as Multifunctional Mediators of Skin Responses to Environmental Stimuli
Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.
research Hormones and the pilosebaceous unit
Hormones significantly affect hair and oil gland function in the skin, and more research is needed on skin-related hormone disorders.
research Pityrosporum species as a cause of allergy and infection
The yeast Pityrosporum ovale can cause skin allergies and infections, and antifungal treatments like ketoconazole are effective against it.
research The Antiandrogenic Action of 4–Androsten–3–one–17β– Carboxylic Acid and Its Methyl Ester on Hamster Flank Organ1
The chemicals 17βC and its methyl ester can block the effects of testosterone on hamster skin but not the effects of DHT.
research Specific dermatologic features of the polycystic ovary syndrome and its association with biochemical markers of the metabolic syndrome and hyperandrogenism
Hirsutism is a strong sign of high male hormones and metabolic problems in women with PCOS, but acne and hair loss are not.
research Risk factors for sebaceous gland diseases and their relationship to gastrointestinal dysfunction in Han adolescents
Gastrointestinal issues are important risk factors for sebaceous gland diseases in Han adolescents.
research The itchy scalp - scratching for an explanation
Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.
research Hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair disorders in African American girls
Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.
research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgen
Different women's hair and skin glands respond to hormones in varied ways, which can cause unwanted hair growth even with normal hormone levels, and more research is needed to treat this effectively.
research Hair and scalp disorders in ethnic populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research Lokaltherapie der Alopecia androgenetica mit 17α-Östradiol
17α-estradiol lotion can reduce hair loss but doesn't promote new hair growth.
research Botulinum Toxin Off-Label Use in Dermatology: A Review
Botulinum toxin shows promise for various skin conditions but requires more research for confirmation and standardized use.
research The Human Skin Microbiome in Selected Cutaneous Diseases
Changes in skin microbes play a role in some skin diseases and could lead to new treatments.
research Skin disorders in Parkinson’s disease: potential biomarkers and risk factors
Certain skin conditions may indicate or increase the risk of Parkinson's disease.
research Evaluation of the effects of COVID‐19 pandemic on hair diseases through a web‐based questionnaire
The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in untreated hair diseases and showed the importance of teledermatology.
research Local and Systemic Reduction by Topical Finasteride or Flutamide of Hamster Flank Organ Size and Enzyme Activity
Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
research [Local therapy of androgenetic alopecia with 17 alpha-estradiol. A controlled, randomized double-blind study (author’s transl)].
Hair lotions with 17 alpha-estradiol can reduce hair loss but won't regrow new hair.